This California State University Northridge essay on the "Nature of Science, the Scientific Method, and Measurement" includes a historical perspective.

This career profile from Science Buddies explains what a physical therapist does. Find out the nature of the work, the work environment, the education requirements, and what a physical therapist's daily work looks like. Included are...

George Washington started out as a surveyor. This career has potential in many areas above ground, underground, and even in space. Find out about the nature of the work of a surveyor as well as the educational requirements in this...

Imagine teams of scientists off in all directions doing their research. Someone has to plan and be the administrator to be sure everything runs smoothly. That is the job of the natural sciences manager. This career requires not only...

This guide focuses on everyday substances and how we can change their properties by adding heat or cold, physically manipulating them, or mixing them together.

Soil and water conservation are important in the protection of the earth's natural resources. Read about the careers that study and encourage conservation. Find out about the educational requirements necessary to become a soil or water...

A good explanation of basic quantum theory.

"Astronomy is the science that studies the Earth, the Moon and other objects in space. It has helped us discover our place in the physical universe. It is still making discoveries." This landing page gives options for students and...

Within the two major disciplines of geology and geophysics are numerous subspecialties of careers. Included: nature of the work, training, advancement, employment, job outlook. projections data, earnings, related occupations. A detailed...

A short biography, which includes quotes, of French physicist Louis Victor Broglie. Details the life and works of this remarkable individual.

By the end of this section, you will be able to understand the four basic forces that underlie the processes in nature: gravitational, electromagnetic, weak nuclear, strong nuclear forces.

A biography of Dr. Charles Liu, an astrophysicist at the American Museum of Natural History focused on his drive to become an astrophysicist.

This site from Fordham University is an exerpt from Newton's famous "Principia."

Join NASA in its study of oceanography and learn about the Earth system, the physical ocean, and life in the ocean. Try out the Giovanni: Earth Data Visualization Tool and access satellite-derived data to enhance the learning experience.

From the Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE) program. A lesson plan in which students explore the nature and structure of a variety of naturally occurring crystals, such as quartz, fluorite, citrine,...