A Dictionary of Biology 7/e (Oxford Quick Reference)

A Dictionary of Biology 7/e (Oxford Quick Reference)

by Robert Hine (Editor)

Synopsis

Fully revised and updated for the seventh edition, this market-leading dictionary is the perfect guide for anyone studying biology, either at school or university. With more than 5,500 clear and concise entries, it provides comprehensive coverage of biology, biophysics, and biochemistry. Over 250 new entries include terms such as Broca's area, comparative genomic hybridization, mirror neuron, and Pandoravirus. Appendices include classifications of the animal and plant kingdoms, the geological time scale, major mass extinctions of species, model organisms and their genomes, Nobel prizewinners, and a new appendix on evolution. Entry-level web links to online resources can be accessed via a companion website.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 736
Edition: 7
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 01 Jun 2015

ISBN 10: 0198714378
ISBN 13: 9780198714378

Media Reviews
ideally suited to students of biology, either at secondary or university level, or as a general reference source for anyone with an interest in life sciences * Journal of Anatomy *
lives up to its expectations; the entries are concise but explanatory. Cross-referencing and diagrammatic illustrations are welcome, additional features. * Biologist *
Author Bio
Robert Hine was educated at Kings College London and the University of Aberdeen. A professional freelance writer and editor since 1984, he has worked on numerous books and journals for both the UK and American markets. Specialist areas include life sciences, health, and the environment. He is also manager of a community-based website promoting energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability.