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Priyanka Das has so many unanswered questions: Why did her mother abandon her home in India years ago? What was it like there? And most importantly, who is her father, and why did her mum leave him behind? But Pri's mom avoids these questions - the topic of India is permanently closed.

The Chemistry Maths Book provides a complete course companion suitable for students at all levels. All the most useful and important topics are covered, with numerous examples of applications in chemistry and the physical sciences. Taking a clear, straightforward approach, the book develops ideas in a logical, coherent way, allowing students progressively to build a thorough working understanding of the subject.

Topics are organized into three parts: algebra, calculus, differential equations,...

An essential companion for students across a range of disciplines, including biochemistry, biomedical sciences, microbiology and molecular biology throughout your entire degree programme, this sixth edition of Practical Skills in Biomolecular Sciences, has been updated and expanded to provide you with a complete and easy-to-read guide. It's an all-in-one solution for the key practical skills needed for all cellular and molecular life sciences, including: comprehensive coverage of study and ex...

Practical tips for what you should and should not do with groups

What should you keep in mind if you regularly work with a group? How can you prevent mistakes? Answers to these questions can be found in this book with tips, do’s and don’ts while working with groups. It is a practical book, written for teachers, counselors and students Social Studies.

The groups are described by age, starting at 4 years up to 20 years old (children, teenagers and adults). It may sound funny, but many point...