Science has a funny way of humbling certainty. Most of us carry a mental picture of how Earth works that was assembled in school, reinforced by documentaries, and rarely questioned afterward. The ...

Many of us begin a new year hoping to become better versions of ourselves. Some aim to improve their health, others focus on personal goals, and of course, expanding our knowledge is always a win.

Visit NAP.edu/10766 to get more information about this book, to buy it in print, or to download it as a free PDF. Science is a way of knowing about the world. At once a process, a product, and an ...