Through two editions Understanding Biology has provided a clear, comprehensive introductory text for non-science based students. It features an evolutionary approach as the unifying theme and a strong experimental focus. This new edition has been carefully modified to provide greater precision and clarity. FEATURES: Available as one complete text or as two separate volumes; Includes nearly fifty percent new or revised photos and illustrations, which have been updated for clarity, appeal and educational effectiveness; Updated content including a new chapter on human evolution, updated coverage of ecosystems and revised chapters on respiration, genes and gene technology; Enhanced learning system helps students learn and apply concepts and bring out the text's evolutionary and experimental focus.
- ISBN10 0697222136
- ISBN13 9780697222138
- Publish Date 1 January 1995 (first published January 1988)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 5 April 2008
- Publish Country US
- Publisher McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
- Imprint Brown (William C.) Co ,U.S.
- Edition 3rd edition
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 950
- Language English