Life: the Science of Biology

by WilliamK.Purves (Author), Gordon H . Orians (Author), H.CraigHeller (Author), David Sadava (Author), David M . Hillis (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2007

  $3.31

  Authoritative and thorough, Life achieves an optimal balance of scholarship and teachability. The first introductory text to present biological concepts through the research that revealed them, Life covers the full range of topics with an integrated experimental focus flowing naturally from the narrative. This approach enables students to experience biology as a rich and coherent discipline. The new edition includes the latest research, new pedagogy, and new chapter-opening spreads that draw students into the chapter in an engaging way.

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  Paperback
  2001

  $30.69

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  Hardcover
  1995

  $3.31

  Establishing that biology is a dynamic discipline, not just a collection of facts, this text focuses on students' conceptual understanding of biological processes. This new edition features: new chapters on human genetics and Protection in Plants ; more than 800 full-colour photographs, including new chapter openers and 200 new images; and summary outlines with most items keyed to illustrations for easier self-review.