Different materials have different fates when they're thrown away. Investigate the periodic table, the five basic structural types of material and the great matter cycles of nature. See how matter relates to solid waste management, recycling, and pollution. This comprehensive CD-ROM uses a range of interactive animations, games and learning activities to bring basic science to life. Introduces key scientific terms and concepts, which are followed by exercises reinforcing the connection between the scientific topic and an environmental issue. Contains an excellent glossary, with hypertext links. One Windows CD-ROM. © 2002. Grades 9 and up.
Part of the Science of Environmental Issues CD-ROM Series