Presents science discoveries that at first seemed strange, such as the discovery of antibiotics, X-rays, and black holes. Includes "Freaky Facts," photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
Content Note
Science rules! -- What falls faster? -- Newton's great discoveries -- Accidental antibiotics -- Funky, freaky cheese -- Roentgen's rays -- Curie and radiation -- Black holes -- Is time travel possible? -- Magic maggots -- Double trouble -- The freaky future.