Synopsis
This book lays the foundation for understanding the fundamentals of botany -- the scientific study of plants -- through meticulous examination of the parts of plants. The author begins by explaining the most basic building blocks of a plant, including its roots, stems, leaves, and flowers. Next, the author takes a deep dive into the intricate structure of plant flowers, including the pistil, the stamen, and the role they play in reproduction. In doing so, the author situates the discoveries that shaped the scientific understanding of plant biology, such as the identification of the role of pollen transfer in plant procreation. This book is an essential guide to understanding the fundamental principles of botany, making it an invaluable resource for students, educators, and anyone with an interest in the natural world.
About the Author
James F. Lee is the Head of the Department of Spanish and Latin American Studies at the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. His research interests are in the areas of second language reading comprehension, input processing, and exploring the relationship between the two. His research has appeared in a number of scholarly journals and publications, including the co-authored books with Alessandro Benati Second Language Processing: Theory, Problems and Possible Solutions (2007, Continuum) and Delivering Processing Instruction in Classrooms and Virtual Contexts (2007, Equinox). Other publications include the book Tasks and Communicating in Language Classrooms (2000, McGraw-Hill) and the co-authored book Making Communicative Language Teaching Happen, Second Edition (2003, McGraw-Hill). He has also co-authored secveral textbooks, including Sabias que...? Beginning Spanish, Vistazos, Que te parece?, and Ideas: Lecturas, estrategias, actividades y composiciones. He and Bill VanPatten are series editors for the McGraw-Hill Second Language Professional Series.
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