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    Summary of Matt Ridley's Genome
    Summary of Matt Ridley's Genome
    Summary of Matt Ridley's Genome
    Audiobook (abridged)54 minutes

    Summary of Matt Ridley's Genome

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    Listen to the Summary of Matt Ridley's Genome in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Genome" by Matt Ridley is a comprehensive exploration of the human genome, structured around the 23 pairs of human chromosomes. Ridley delves into the history of genetic discovery, from early speculations about the origins of life to the intricate dance of DNA and RNA that forms the basis of all living organisms. He discusses the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA, the genetic code, and the implications of genetic mutations and variations...

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMilkyway Media
    Release dateMar 19, 2024
    ISBN9798868647932
    Summary of Matt Ridley's Genome

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