3rd Edition by Rene Fester Kratz (Author)
The ultimate guide to understanding biology
Have
you ever wondered how the food you eat becomes the energy your body
needs to keep going? The theory of evolution says that humans and chimps
descended from a common ancestor, but does it tell us how and why? We
humans are insatiably curious creatures who can't help wondering how
things work―starting with our own bodies. Wouldn't it be great to have a
single source of quick answers to all our questions about how living
things work? Now there is.
From molecules to animals, cells to ecosystems, Biology For Dummies
answers all your questions about how living things work. Written in
plain English and packed with dozens of enlightening illustrations, this
reference guide covers the most recent developments and discoveries in
evolutionary, reproductive, and ecological biology. It's also
complemented with lots of practical, up-to-date examples to bring the
information to life.
- Discover how living things work
- Think like a biologist and use scientific methods
- Understand lifecycle processes
Whether you're enrolled in a biology class or just want to know more about this fascinating and ever-evolving field of study, Biology For Dummies will help you unlock the mysteries of how life works.