Biology: Life on EarthWith the amount of information in biology growing constantly, it is a challenge for readers to develop a sense of scientific literacy and to become educated consumers. This volume helps readers manage a wealth of scientific information in a manner that is both meaningful and long-lasting. Features significant content revisions as well as new figures and photographs in every chapter. Includes anentirely new chapter on conservation biology. Presents approximately 40% new photos. Adds new bioethics icons to call out essays that relate to this timely topic. A comprehensive reference for anyone interested in learning more about biology. |
Contents
An Introduction to Life | 1 |
UNIT | 3 |
The Life of a Cell | 19 |
Copyright | |
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Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology Teresa Audesirk,Gerald Audesirk,Bruce E. Byers Snippet view - 2008 |
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