Science
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| Databases |
|  | AccessScience | | AccessScience includes more than 7,000 articles and 115,000+ scientific and technical definitions. Late breaking news stories explain the science behind the news, and approximately 2,000 biographies of important scientists are included. Accessible anywhere with SCLD card. |
| | General |
| | • | Biology Project | | | Learn about biology by accessing these interactive resources, produced and maintained by the University of Arizona Department of Biochemistry and Molecular biophsyics. | | • | Equation Sheet.com | | | Access a searchable database of equations, constants, symbols, and SI units, as well as utilities for unit conversions, LaTeX to PNG image conversion, and LaTeX to MathML conversion. | | • | Fear of Physics | | | Use simulations to demonstrate the concepts of physics. Topics include the Doppler Effect, roller coasters, pendulums, Einstein’s theory of relativity, gravity, planets, acceleration, and more. | | • | General Chemistry Online | | | Search this guide for hyperlinked notes and articles about first semester, college-level chemistry. | | • | Science Learning Network | | | Explore an online community of educators, students, schools, science museums and other institutions who are demonstrating a new model for inquiry science education. |
| | Our Environment |
| | • | Garbage: How Can My Community Reduce Waste? | | | Uncover ways to improve next year’s environmental record by reducing waste. Test your knowledge about the hazardous wastes we generate in our homes, and try to shrink a landfill. | | • | Spokane Regional Solid Waste System | | | Look here for local information regarding residential recycling, household hazardous waste disposal, and more. Don’t miss the composting guide, or the information on Spokane’s own Waste to Energy facility. | | • | U.S. Global Change Research Information Office | | | Check out Dr. Global Change, a reference service that can assist you find information and data relevant to global environmental change. |
| | Paleontology |
| | | Science in Your State |
| | • | Pacific Northwest Seismograph Network | | | Become familiar with the earthquake activity and geological hazards of the Pacific Northwest. Based at the University of Washington, operated jointly by several northwest institutions. | | • | U.S. Geological Survey | | | Find information about the water, biology, energy, and mineral resources in the State of Washington. |
| | Weather and Conditions |
| | • | National Weather Service, Spokane Office | | | Find weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warnings for Spokane, and the rest of the United States and its territories and adjacent waters. This service is provided for the protection of life and property, and the enhancement of our national economy. | | • | Spokane Area Commuter Information | | | Pool up-to-the-minute weather and road information from Spokane Transit Authority, the City of Spokane, and Washington State. | | • | The Weather Prediction | | | Learn what is involved in forecasting the weather, whether you are a beginner or advanced, with meteorologist Jeff Haby. | | • | Washington State Department of Transportation | | | Plan mountain travel, with data and video updated hourly. |
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