The Language of Science av Carol Reeves

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<P>The communication of scientific principles is becoming increasingly important in a world that relies on technology. Exploring the use of scientific language in the news and examining how important scientific ideas are reported and communicated, this title in the <EM>Intertext</EM> series takes a look at the use and misuse of scientific language and how it shapes our lives. </P><P></P><P><EM>The Language of Science</EM>:</P><UL><LI>explores the goals of, and problems with, scientific language and terminology</LI><LI>demonstrates the power and misuse of scientific discourse in the media</LI><LI>examines the special qualities of scientific communication</LI><LI>explores how science and popular culture interact</LI><LI>is illustrated with a wide range of examples from the MMR vaccine to AIDS and the biological weapons debate, and includes a glossary as well as ideas for further reading.<U></U></LI></UL><P>This practical book is ideal for post-16 to undergraduate students in English Lang