CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE Women Scientists Onward and Upward 4 CHAPTER TWO Small in Size but Not in Importance 10 CHAPTER THREE Astronomical Discoveries 18 CHAPTER FOUR Lasers Light and Crystals 26 CHAPTER FIVE Getting Down to Earth 34 Getting Involved 42 Stop and Think 44 Glossary 46 Learn More 47 Index 48 About the Author 48
CHAPTER ONE WOMEN SCIENTISTS ONWARD AND UPWARD the universe is a fascinating place Throughout history men and women have wanted to know more about it They developed the field of physical science This branch of science explores all nonliving things Over and over women have shown they can do great things in science when given the opportunity They have made amazing discoveries Their findings Women around the world are using advanced technology to make new discoveries in physical
