The language of science

The communication of scientific principles is becoming increasingly important in a world that relies on technology. Exploring the use of scientific language in the news and examining how important scientific ideas are reported and communicated, this title in the Intertext series takes a look at the...

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Main Author: Reeves, Carol.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London Routledge 2005
Edition:1st edition
Series:Intertext
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