9780072951738

Enger/Ross/Bailey: "Concepts in Biology" is a relatively brief introductory general biology text written for students with no previous science background. The authors strive to use the most accessible vocabulary and writing style possible while still maintaining scientific accuracy. The text covers all the main areas of study in biology from cells through ecosystems. Evolution and ecology coverage are combined in Part Four to emphasize the relationship between these two main subject areas. The new, 12th edition is the latest and most exciting revision of a respected introductory biology text written by authors who know how to reach students through engaging writing, interesting issues and applications, and accessible level. Instructors will appreciate the book's scientific accuracy, complete coverage and extensive supplement package.

1 Introduction
1 What is Biology?
2 Cells: Anatomy and Action
2 The Basics of Life: Chemistry
3 Organic Chemistry: The Chemistry of Life
4 Cell Structure and Function
5 Enzymes
6 Biochemical Pathways
7 DNA and RNA: The Molecular Basis of Heredity
3 Cell Division and Heredity
8 Mitosis: The Cell-Copying Process
9 Meiosis: Sex-Cell Formation
10 Mendelian Genetics
4 Evolution and Ecology
11 Diversity Within Species
12 Natural Selection and Evolution
13 Speciation and Evolutionary Change
14 Ecosystem Organization and Energy Flow
15 Community Interactions
16 Population Ecology
17 Evolutionary and Ecological Aspects of Behavior
5 Physiological Processes
18 Materials Exchange in the Body
19 Nutrition: Food and Diet
20 The Body's Control Mechanisms
21 Human Reproduction, Sex, and Sexuality
6 The Origin and Classification of Life
22 The Origin of Life and Evolution of Cells
23 The Classification and Evolution of Organisms
24 Microorganisms: Bacteria, Protista, and Fungi
25 Plantae
26 Animalia

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Concepts in Biology

Concepts in Biology

0072951737

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Table of Contents

1 What is Biology?

2 Cells: Anatomy and Action

2 The Basics of Life: Chemistry

3 Organic Chemistry: The Chemistry of Life

4 Cell Structure and Function

5 Enzymes

6 Biochemical Pathways

7 DNA and RNA: The Molecular Basis of Heredity

3 Cell Division and Heredity

8 Mitosis: The Cell-Copying Process

9 Meiosis: Sex-Cell Formation

10 Mendelian Genetics

4 Evolution and Ecology

11 Diversity Within Species

12 Natural Selection and Evolution

13 Speciation and Evolutionary Change

14 Ecosystem Organization and Energy Flow

15 Community Interactions

16 Population Ecology

17 Evolutionary and Ecological Aspects of Behavior

5 Physiological Processes

18 Materials Exchange in the Body

19 Nutrition: Food and Diet

20 The Body's Control Mechanisms

21 Human Reproduction, Sex, and Sexuality

6 The Origin and Classification of Life

22 The Origin of Life and Evolution of Cells

23 The Classification and Evolution of Organisms

24 Microorganisms: Bacteria, Protista, and Fungi

25 Plantae

26 Animalia

Supplemental Materials