The study pursues an interdisciplinary approach to science, covering basic concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, genetics and engineering. It offers a breadth of knowledge about both the physical and natural worlds, including viruses, disease, enzymes, photosynthesis, superconductivity, genetic engineering, coatings and various types of plastics and foams. The book, written for scientists, technicians and students, begins generally, with an historical account of its numerous subjects.