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9780780807785

Handy Biology Answer Book

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  • ISBN13:

    9780780807785

  • ISBN10:

    0780807782

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2005-10-04
  • Publisher: Omnigraphics Inc
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Summary

Presents questions and answers covering all aspects of biology.

Table of Contents

Introduction ix
Acknowledgments xi
Photo and Illustration Credits xiii
Milestones of Major Events in Biology xv
Chemistry for Biology
1(30)
Basics
Molecules
Metabolic Pathways
Enzymes
Applications
Cell Structure
31(24)
Introduction and Historical Background
Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
Organization within Cells
Nucleus
Cytoplasm
Cell Wall and Plasma Membrane
Cilia and Flagella
Miscellaneous
Cell Function
55(30)
Basic Functions
Cell Jobs
Cellular Specialization
Applications
Bacteria, Viruses, and Protists
85(40)
Introduction and Historical Background
Bacteria
Viruses
Single-celled Organisms
Applications
Fungi
125(34)
Introduction and Historical Background
Structure
Function
Mushrooms and Edible Fungi
Lichens
Yeasts
Applications
Plant Diversity
159(38)
Introduction and Historical Background
Bryophytes
Ferns and Related Plants
Gymnosperms
Angiosperms (Flowering Plants)
Applications
Plant Structure and Function
197(36)
Plant Cells and Tissues
Seeds
Shoots and Leaves
Roots
Soils
Applications
Animal Diversity
233(44)
Introduction and Historical Background
Sponges and Coelenterates
Worms
Mollusks
Arthropods
Echinoderms
Chordates
Animal Structure and Function
277(46)
Introduction and Historical Background
Tissue
Organs and Organ Systems
Digestion
Respiration
Circulation
Excretory System
Endocrine System
Nervous System
Immune System
Reproduction
Skeletal System
Locomotion
Animal Behavior
323(36)
Introduction and Historical Background
Learning
Behavioral Ecology
Applications
DNA, RNA, and Chromosomes
359(26)
Introduction and Historical Background
DNA
RNA
Genes and Chromosomes
Transcription and Translation
Genetics
385(28)
Mendelian Genetics
New Genetics
Human Genome Project
Applications
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
413(32)
Introduction and Historical Background
Methods
Applications
Evolution
445(32)
Introduction and Historical Background
Darwin-Wallace Theory
Post-Darwinian Evolution
Evolutionary History of Life on Earth
Applications
Environment
477(36)
Environmental Cycles and Related Concepts
Biomes and Related Concepts
Extinct and Endangered Plants and Animals
Conservation, Recycling, and Other Applications
Laboratory Tools and Techniques
513(26)
Scientific Method
Basic Laboratory Chemistry
Measurement
Microscopy
Microtechnique
Centrifugation
Chromatography
Electrophoresis
Spectroscopy
X-Ray Diffraction
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance and Ultrasound
Methods in Microbial Studies
Methods in Ecological Studies
Further Reading 539(14)
Index 553

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