The Biology Book

Download or read book The Biology Book written by Michael C. Gerald and published by Union Square & Co.. This book was released on 2015-01-06 with total page 1048 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the emergence of life, to Leewenhoeks microscopic world, to GMO crops, The Biology Book presents 250 landmarks in the most widely studied scientific field. Brief, engaging, and colorfully illustrated synopses introduce readers to every major subdiscipline, including cell theory, genetics, evolution, physiology, thermodynamics, molecular biology, and ecology. With information on such varied topics as paleontology, pheromones, nature vs. nurture, DNA fingerprinting, bioenergetics, and so much more, this lively collection will engage everyone who studies and appreciates the life sciences.