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    The Biology Book: From the Origin of Life to Epigenetics, 250 Milestones in the History of Biology
    The Biology Book: From the Origin of Life to Epigenetics, 250 Milestones in the History of Biology
    The Biology Book: From the Origin of Life to Epigenetics, 250 Milestones in the History of Biology
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    The Biology Book: From the Origin of Life to Epigenetics, 250 Milestones in the History of Biology

    By Michael C. Gerald and Gloria E. Gerald

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    “This beautifully illustrated book covers four billion years of biology history . . . appealing for readers with little to no background in science.” —Library Journal

    From the emergence of life, to Leewenhoeks microscopic world, to GMO crops, The Biology Book presents 250 landmarks in the most widely studied scientific field. Brief, engaging, and colorfully illustrated synopses introduce readers to every major subdiscipline, including cell theory, genetics, evolution, physiology, thermodynamics, molecular biology, and ecology. With information on such varied topics as paleontology, pheromones, nature vs. nurture, DNA fingerprinting, bioenergetics, and so much more, this lively collection will engage everyone who studies and appreciates the life sciences.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOpen Road Integrated Media
    Release dateJan 6, 2015
    ISBN9781454915331
    The Biology Book: From the Origin of Life to Epigenetics, 250 Milestones in the History of Biology

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