Biology Made Simple

A Complete Introduction to the Science of Life--from Single Cell to Human Anatomy

Part of Made Simple

Ebook
On sale Feb 10, 2010 | 208 Pages | 9780307432971
Take the frustration out of learning the science of life!

Biology is the most fundamental science?yet it’s one of the most complex. Now, Biology Made Simple is here to help science and non-science majors alike understand the science of life. Covering all the major themes of biology—including the cellular basis of life, the interaction of organisms, and the evolutionary process of all beings, Biology Made Simple combines concise explanations with the in-depth coverage needed to understand every aspect of this subject. Topics covered include:

unifying themes of biology
chemistry for the biologist
the living cell
DNA
evolution
genetics
animal organization and homeostasis
the systems of the body
ecology
Featuring more than sixty illustrations and at-a-glance chapter reviews, Biology Made Simple will help you master this fascinating science.
Rita Mary King, PhD, is a professor of biology at the College of New Jersey. She is the author of Biology Made Simple. View titles by Rita Mary King

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Take the frustration out of learning the science of life!

Biology is the most fundamental science?yet it’s one of the most complex. Now, Biology Made Simple is here to help science and non-science majors alike understand the science of life. Covering all the major themes of biology—including the cellular basis of life, the interaction of organisms, and the evolutionary process of all beings, Biology Made Simple combines concise explanations with the in-depth coverage needed to understand every aspect of this subject. Topics covered include:

unifying themes of biology
chemistry for the biologist
the living cell
DNA
evolution
genetics
animal organization and homeostasis
the systems of the body
ecology
Featuring more than sixty illustrations and at-a-glance chapter reviews, Biology Made Simple will help you master this fascinating science.

Author

Rita Mary King, PhD, is a professor of biology at the College of New Jersey. She is the author of Biology Made Simple. View titles by Rita Mary King

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