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This encyclopedia of experiments in meteorology, astronomy, physics, and geology is aimed at students who need ideas for their science fair projects. To VanCleave's credit, she encourages readers to think beyond single experiments to develop a complex project; however, her further suggestions are rather directive. Simple sketches illustrate principles and techniques. Glos., ind.