Lee, Jeffrey A., 1956-

The scientific endeavor : a primer on scientific principles and practice / Jeffrey A. Lee. - San Francisco, Calif. : Benjamin Cummings, c2000. - vi, 186 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- The philosophy of science -- Research -- The community of scientists -- Misconduct in science -- Critical thinking and science -- Pseudoscience -- Science, pseudoscience, and a skeptical attitude -- The process of science.

"The Scientific Endeavor: A Primer on Scientific Principles and Practice helps develop a scientific literacy that will increase understanding and appreciation of any science course. The text presents the major themes, processes, and topics common to all scientific disciplines in a clear and simplified manner and creates a framework for the study of science. Book jacket."--BOOK JACKET.

0805345965 9780805345964

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Science--Popular works.
Filosofía de la ciencia.
Ciencia--Investigación científica.
Primera Jornada de Catalogacion.

Q 162 / L478s 2000

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