Biology : Science for Life

Biology : Science for Life

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  • 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版/ページ数 544 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9780130892416
  • DDC分類 570

Full Description


This issues-based, inquiry-driven biology book provides learners with the ability and desire to take an active and academic interest in the science issues they will regularly face in life. A five-part organization covers general principles in biology, genetics, evolution, human health, and humans and the environment. For an in-depth understanding of compelling contemporary topics--along with the biology that permeates these issues.

Contents

I General principles in biology: Can Science Cure the Common Cold? Introduction to the Scientific Mind; The Only Diet You Will Ever Need - Cells and Metabolism; Prospecting for Biological Gold - Biodiversity and Classification. II The genetic basis of life: Are You Only as Smart as Your Genes? The Science of Inheritance; Cancer - The Cell Cycle and Cell Division; DNA Detective - DNA and Inheritance; Genetic Engineering - Gene Expression, Genetically Modified Organisms. III Evolution: Where Did We Come From? The Evidence for Evolution; Evolving a Cure for AIDS - Natural Selection; Who Am I? Species and Races. IV Human health and disease: Will Mad Cow Disease Become an Epidemic? Immune System, Bacteria and Viruses; Gender and Athleticism - Developmental Biology, Reproductive Anatomy and Endocrinology; Attention Deficit Disorder: Brain Structure and Function. V Humans and the environment: Is Earth Experiencing a Biodiversity Crisis? Ecology and Conservation Biology; Can Earth Support the Human Population? Population and plant Growth.