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A composite collection of data in many disciplines, intended as a relatively compact and affordable data source for use in the laboratory, and distinguished from other references by its restriction to data and the assumption that readers are familiar with the underlying theory or have access to appropriate textbooks. Tabulation, almost exclusively in SI units, is by the most appropriate method, e.g. alphabetical, numerical, proton number. Original sources are a wide range of standard references, manufacturers specifications, and review articles. An alternative to the unwieldy, comprehensive compilations. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.