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Plants - Softcover

Ridge, Irene

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9780749217525: Plants

Synopsis

The main theme of this book is how plants function and grow in a wide range of environments. It also covers plant structure, molecular genetics and interactions with microbes. It is an introductory textbook, intended for first or second year undergraduates with a science background and some knowledge of general biochemistry. Topics range from plant life cycles and evolution on land to photosynthesis, water relations, transport systems, mineral nutrition and growth and development.

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About the Author

Irene Ridge is in the Department of Biological Sciences, Open University.

Review


"The presentation and style of Plants is engaging. Copious, beautifully drawn figures illustrate the concepts presented in the text. All of the chapters are written in an engaging style. Questions (with answers) are incorporated frequently throughout the text, encouraging students to be actively engaged in the material."--The Quarterly Review of Biology


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