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This page is intended to assist users with their quest for reliable online information. Links are selected by library staff based on relevance to the local community, expected use and quality of material. Although the Niagara Falls Public Library has made every effort to ensure that links are accurate and current, the Internet is ever evolving. The Library takes no responsibility for site content or availability.

 
   
   
 
Math

Ask Dr Math - the site to go to for assistance, provides a question and answer service

Canadian Mathematical Society - good Canadian content for students of mathematics

Internet Resources For The Math Student - prepared by Langora College, BC

Math Forum - K-12, college and advanced math sites

Math Nerds - Math Nerds does not supply answers to homework, take home tests and the like; rather, it provides hints, suggestions, and references to help yous understand and solve your mathematical problem. You will need to register but the service is free.

 
  
   
 
Science

About.com Chemistry - a good general site covering a wide variety of chemistry topics

B J Pinchbeck's Homework Helper Science - covers a wide array of the sciences

General Chemistry Online - includes an index of self-guided tutorials, quizzes, and drills on specific topics

How Products Are Made - explains and details the manufacturing process of a wide variety of products, from daily household items to complicated electronic equipment and heavy machinery. Covers everything from bubble gum to telephones to washing machines

How Stuff Works - a fantastic site, covers from toasters, to Compact Discs, to phones, to cars et., etc., etc.

How Things Work - if it isn't in Stuff then it's probably here

Periodic Table Of The Elements - pick element, any element and get a synopsis of its uses, properties and history

Physics Classroom - an ideal starting location for those grasping for understanding or searching for answers

Science.ca - the very best place on the web for Canadian science

Smithsonian Education Science & Nature - explore, discover, learn science and nature

Toronto Public Library ScienceNet -links to biology, chemistry, physics, zoology, geology, astronomy, botany and paleontology. Lots of Canadian content