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How can I find background information using encyclopedias?

General encyclopedias offer a wonderful way to develop a general understanding of a topic. Specialized subject encyclopedias frequently provide a more detailed portrayl of a term. They can also assist with topic selection. Some are available electronically while others may be located in the Reference Room of Maag Library on the Main Floor. The print resources can also be found using the call numbers for a particular discipline.

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Encyclopedia Britannica
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Comprehensive Toxicology
Maag Reference RA 1199 .C648

Concise Encyclopedia of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Maag Reference QD 415 .A25

Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology
Maag Reference TP 9 .E685

Encyclopedia of Computational Chemistry
Maag Reference QD 39.3 .E46

Encyclopedia of Food Sciences & Nutrition
Maag Reference TX 349 .E63

Encyclopedia of Microbiology
Maag Reference QR 9 .E53

Encyclopedia of Virology
Maag Reference QR 358 .E53

Macmillan Encyclopedia of Chemistry
Maag Reference QD 4 .M33

Magill's Survey of Science. Applied Science Series
Maag Reference TA 145 .M298

Wiley Encyclopedia of Food Science & Technology
Maag Reference TP 368.2 .E62