Written by academic experts with deep subject expertise, the book shares knowledge on diverse topics: from animals and agriculture, climate and energy, the body and medical myths, technology and more. Curious readers will discover accessible answers to questions such as: what is gravity? Can you pay-off a sleep-debt? What is dreaming, forgetting, depression?
Managing Editor of The Conversation, Misha Ketchell, said: "This book makes the knowledge of academic experts available to everyone. It's full of fascinating facts that can inform public debate or just be enjoyed for their own sake. The Explainer is perfect for indulging curiosity, settling bets or sparking a conversation."
CSIRO's Dr Mark Lonsdale said: "Armed with this book you can do more than simply start the discussion - you can marshal the explanatory information to help inform it."
The book is a collaboration between CSIRO PUBLISHING and The Conversation, Australia's largest independent news and commentary sites, where the articles were originally published.
Ever wondered...
- Can you pay off your 'sleep debt'?
- Does cracking your knuckles really cause arthritis?
- What is dreaming?
- Does Vitamin C prevent colds?
- What is Chaos Theory? String theory? And the Doppler Effect?
Learn all this and more in The Explainer, which can be purchased via CSIRO PUBLISHING and in bookshops nationally.
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