Biology: Life on Earth - Softcover

Chinnici, Joseph P.; Wadkowski, Susan M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 013092363X ISBN 13: 9780130923639

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 2001

Synopsis

This essential study tool will help students think through the biological concepts and reinforce key concepts presented in the text. It offers a wide range of study exercises and self-tests.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This best-selling introductory text, widely praised for its lively writing style and impeccable scientific presentation, has been revised to reflect the changing dynamics of introductory biology. Emphasizing concepts over facts and critical thinking over memorization, Life on Earth presents the dynamic processes at work in biology and conveys the relevance and excitement of this discipline to students.

From the Back Cover:

Provides an engaging and easy to use book with an innovative and interactive media program. It achieves a unique balance in emphasizing concepts without sacrificing scientific accuracy. The new MediaTutor, found at the end of each chapter, integrates the book and media by providing a brief description of the CD or WEB activity and the time requirement for completion. Earth Watch/Health Watch essays cover biodiversity, ozone depletion/prenatal diagnosis, and sexually transmitted diseases. Major topics include The Life Of A Cell, Patterns Of Inheritance, Evolution, Plant Anatomy And Physiology; Animal Anatomy And Physiology; Ecology.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 013092363X
• ISBN 13: 9780130923639
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 496