Biology Life on Earth with Physiology

Name: Biology Life on Earth with Physiology
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ISBN: 9780131957664

ISBN-10: 013195766X

ISBN-13: 9780131957664

Edition: 8th 2008 (Revised)

Authors: Bruce Byers, Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk

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The number of biology-related issues in our society is growing constantly. This book helps readers digest a wealth of scientific information with relevant references and examples.Includes new Links to Life featureends each chapter on a relevant note with short, informally written segments on familiar topics, such as ldquo;Health Food.rdquo; Contains Earth Watch, Health Watch, and Scientific Inquiry Essays that introduce readers to the exploration of key environmental and health-related issues. Features a striking illustration program with consistent, strategic use of color, revised multi-part figures, and updated labels and captions.A fascinating reference for anyone interested in learning…

Book details

List price: $191.40
Edition: 8th
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company
Publication date: 2/12/2007
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 1008
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 1.50" tall
Weight: 5.148
Language: English




An Introduction to Life on Earth



The Life of a Cell



Atoms, Molecules, and Life



Biological Molecules



Cell Structure and Function



Cell Membrane Structure and Function



Energy Flow in the Life of a Cell



Capturing Solar Energy: Photosynthesis



Harvesting Energy: Glycolysis and Cellular Respiration



Inheritance



DNA: The Molecule of Heredity



Gene Expression and Regulation



The Continuity of Life: Cellular Reproduction



Patterns of Inheritance



Biotechnology



Evolution



Principles of Evolution



How Organisms Evolve



The Origin of Species



The History of Life



Systematics: Seeking Order Amidst Diversity



The Diversity of Prokaryotes and Viruses



The Diversity of Protists



The Diversity of Plants



The Diversity of Fungi



Animal Diversity I: Invertebrates



Animal Diversity II: Vertebrates



Behavior and Ecology



Animal Behavior



Population Growth and Regulation



Community Interactions



How Do Ecosystems Work?



Earths Diverse Ecosystems



Conserving Life on Earth