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Silverstein, Alvin
Overview
| Works: |
300
works in
679
publications in
1
language and
98,085
library holdings
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| Genres: |
Juvenile works
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| Roles: |
Author
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| Classifications: |
PZ10.S664,
572.46 |
Most widely held works by
Alvin Silverstein
Cells by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
7
editions published
between
1969
and
2009
in
English
and held by
966
libraries
worldwide
A detailed presentation of the structure and function of different types of cells and of research into developing technologies such as cloning and the use of stem cells
Photosynthesis by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1998
and
2008
in
English
and held by
900
libraries
worldwide
Explains photosynthesis, the process responsible for providing the material and energy for all living things, and discusses such related issues as respiration, the carbon cycle, acid rain, and thegreenhouse effect
The respiratory system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1969
and
1994
in
English
and held by
891
libraries
worldwide
Describes the processes by which living cells use food materials to get energy by combining them with oxygen
The muscular system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
4
editions published
between
1972
and
2004
in
English
and held by
881
libraries
worldwide
The main parts of the muscular system and how they work, problems, diseases, and cures are discussed
The nervous system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1971
and
2004
in
English
and held by
872
libraries
worldwide
Discusses the main parts of the nervous system, how it works, the diseases that may affect it and recent treatments for these diseases
Digestive system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
6
editions published
between
1970
and
2004
in
English
and held by
868
libraries
worldwide
Learn how the body breaks down foods into smaller bits so that they can be used by the body
Skeletal system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
4
editions published
between
1972
and
1994
in
English
and held by
849
libraries
worldwide
Describes the structure of the human skeleton, explains the functions of particular bone groups, and discusses how the skeleton affects growth and movement
Cancer by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1972
and
2006
in
English and Undetermined
and held by
741
libraries
worldwide
Explains the various forms of cancer, their symptoms, possible causes, and treatment, and discusses research being conducted to find better means of preventing, detecting, treating, and curing this disease
Food chains by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
4
editions published
between
1998
and
2008
in
English
and held by
670
libraries
worldwide
Explains various components of a food chain and discusses the concepts of food webs, umbrella species, biogeochemical cycles, and more
Symbiosis by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1998
and
2008
in
English
and held by
661
libraries
worldwide
Discusses the three kinds of symbiosis: mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism and describes examples of these relationships
Plate tectonics by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
6
editions published
between
1998
and
2009
in
English
and held by
645
libraries
worldwide
Discusses plate tectonics, the theory that the surface of the earth is always moving, and the connection of this phenomenon to earthquakes and volcanoes
The circulatory system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1994
and
1995
in
English
and held by
595
libraries
worldwide
Examines how the heart and blood vessels work in the body's circulatory system
Energy by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
5
editions published
between
1998
and
2009
in
English
and held by
537
libraries
worldwide
Discusses the sources and uses of different types of energy, both natural and man-made, including electrical, magnetic, light, heat, sound, and nuclear energy
The Florida panther by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
2
editions published
in
1997
in
English
and held by
485
libraries
worldwide
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the Florida panther as well as the efforts being made to save it from extinction
The reproductive system by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
3
editions published
in
1994
in
English
and held by
476
libraries
worldwide
Explores the reproductive system, discusses problems that affect it and recent treatments and cures for diseases
Snakes and such by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
2
editions published
in
1999
in
English
and held by
422
libraries
worldwide
Discusses the positive and negative aspects of keeping such creatures as boas and pythons, chameleons, iguanas, turtles, frogs, and salamanders as pets
A pet or not? by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
2
editions published
in
1999
in
English
and held by
411
libraries
worldwide
Discusses the pros and cons of owning exotic pets such as armadillos, llamas, monkeys, potbellied pigs, and sugar gliders, and offers advice on their care, feeding, and emotional support
The mustang by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
2
editions published
in
1997
in
English
and held by
409
libraries
worldwide
Describes the habits and habitats of wild mustangs and the efforts being made to save these horses from extinction
The grizzly bear by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
2
editions published
in
1998
in
English
and held by
345
libraries
worldwide
Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the grizzly bear, its decline in numbers due to human population growth and activities, and the efforts being made to maintain its population
The California condor by Alvin Silverstein (
Book
)
2
editions published
in
1998
in
English
and held by
328
libraries
worldwide
Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the California condor, its decline in numbers due to human population growth and activities, and the efforts being made to maintain its population
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