Books with author Salvatore Tocci

Describes the properties of the chemical element commonly found in swimming pools, which was the first poison gas to be used in warfare.

Describes the properties of the chemical element used to make fireworks, X-ray shields, and car batteries.

Explains what zinc is and describes how and why it is used in different materials.

Explores the science behind foods through simple experiments using everyday objects.

Explains what light is, how we see, and where colors come from, and offers nine experiments to reinforce these concepts.

Explores the science behind sports through simple experiments using everyday objects.

A look at the plants, animals, locations, and various habitats that make up the saltwater ecosystems of the world.

Presents experiments and related projects showing the science behind items found in a hardware store, covering such topics as atomic structure, electricity, chemical bonds, magnetism, and water analysis

Describes the discovery and observation of the ninth planet, Pluto, and what has been learned about its orbit, its makeup, and its moon.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Experiments With Motion helps explain the forces that start and stop motion through nine easy-to-do science experiments.

Using eight experiments, describes solids, liquids, and gasses.

Projects and experiments use soap to explain such topics as surface tension and air currents, as well as why soap gets things clean.