Concepts of Genetics - Softcover

Pearson International Edition

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321540980 ISBN 13: 9780321540980

Publisher: Pearson Education, 2009

Synopsis

This loose-leaf, three-hole punched version of the textbook gives students the flexibility to take only what they need to class and add their own notes--all at an affordable price.
For all introductory genetics courses. Teach students core genetics concepts and applications Concepts of Genetics emphasizes the fundamental ideas of genetics, while exploring modern techniques and applications of genetic analysis. This best-selling text continues to provide understandable explanations of complex, analytical topics and recognizes the importance of teaching students how to become effective problem solvers. The 12th Edition has been extensively updated to provide comprehensive coverage of important, emerging topics such as CRISPR-Cas and the study of posttranscriptional gene regulation in eukaryotes. An expanded emphasis on ethical considerations that genetics is bringing into everyday life is addressed in Genetics, Ethics, and Society and Case Study features. The accompanying Mastering(TM) Genetics online platform is updated with new tutorials and Dynamic Study Modules. Also available with Mastering Genetics Mastering(TM) is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools developed to engage students and emulate the office-hour experience, Mastering personalizes learning and improves results for each student. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts. Learn more about Mastering Genetics.

About this title

From the Publisher

A proven bestseller, the Fifth Edition of Concepts of Genetics continues to set the standard for introductory genetics texts. The text is known for its clear writing style, emphasis on concepts, visual art program and thoughtful coverage of all areas of genetics. Noteworthy enhancements of the Fifth Edition include revised organization, modernization of cutting-edge topics and research, expansion of problem sets, and extensive revision of population and evolutionary genetics. New supplements for the professor and student include a CD-ROM presentation tool, World Wide Web connection for students and a New York Times genetics supplement.

From the Back Cover

Key Benefit: This bestseller Book/CD, and Fifth Edition continues to set the standard for introductory genetics books. The book is known for its clear writing style, emphasis on concepts, visual art program and thoughtful coverage of all areas of genetics. Noteworthy enhancements of the Fifth Edition include revised organization, modernization of cutting-edge topics and research, expansion of problem sets, and extensive revision of population and evolutionary genetics. New supplements include a CD-ROM presentation tool, World Wide Web connection for users and a New York Times genetics supplement. Key Topics: Genetics is a complex, detailed discipline and the authors emphasize the primary concepts of genetics over the detailed encylcopedic coverage of genetics. The importance of genetic analysis and experiments is presented in the book and problems. As a result, the historical basis of the process of science is well portrayed. The book offers balanced coverage of classical, molecular and population genetics. The book's coverage extends from classical theories to recent findings in such areas as molecular and eukaryotic genetics enabling users to understand today's research advances in light of the field's historical development.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson Education
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321540980
• ISBN 13: 9780321540980
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 779