Thinking about Biology An Introductory Laboratory Manual

Name: Thinking about Biology An Introductory Laboratory Manual
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ISBN: 9780132307369

ISBN-10: 0132307367

ISBN-13: 9780132307369

Edition: 3rd 2008

Authors: Mimi Bres, Arnold Weisshaar

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This manual offers a unique active approach to introductory biology laboratory. A full range of activities show how basic biological concepts can be applied to a wide variety of plants, animals, and microorganisms. This helps readers to: nbsp; 1) gain practical experience that will help them understand concepts 2) acquire the basic knowledge needed to make informed decisions about biological questions that arise in everyday life 3) develop the problem-solving skills necessary in a competitive job market, and 4) learn to work effectively and productively as a member of a team. nbsp; Takes a three-pronged approach to laboratory learning eliciting interest, providing clear directions,…

Book details

List price: $100.60
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company
Publication date: 1/23/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 448
Size: 8.25" wide x 11.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.870
Language: English



Preface



Introduction to the Scientific Method



Interdependence Among Organisms



Windows to a Microscopic World



Functions and Properties of Cells



Movement of Molecules Across Cell Membranes



Investigating Cellular Respiration



Organic Molecules and Nutrition



Factors that Affect Enzyme Activity



Functions of Tissues and Organs I



Functions of Tissues and Organs II



Introduction to Anatomy: Dissecting the Fetal Pig



Organs of the Abdominal Cavity



The Circulatory System



Introduction to Forensic Biology



Mitosis and Asexual Reproduction



Connecting Meiosis and Genetics



Human Genetics



Introduction to Molecular Genetics



Biotechnology: DNA Analysis



Using Biotechnology to Assess Ecosystem Damage



Population Ecology



Self-Test Answers