Biology : Life on Earth with Physiology by Gerald Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers and Teresa Audesirk (2016, Hardcover)

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PublisherBenjamin-Cummings Publishing Company
ISBN-100133923002
ISBN-139780133923001
eBay Product ID (ePID)219312502

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Number of Pages1024 Pages
Publication NameBiology : Life on Earth with Physiology
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
SubjectLife Sciences / Biology
TypeTextbook
AuthorGerald Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers, Teresa Audesirk
Subject AreaScience
FormatHardcover

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Item Height1.5 in
Item Weight87.1 Oz
Item Length11.2 in
Item Width9.3 in

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Edition Number11
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2015-040382
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal570
Table Of Content1. An Introduction to Life on Earth Unit 1: THE LIFE OF THE CELL 2. Atoms, Molecules, and Life 3. Biological Molecules 4. Cell Structure and Function 5. Cell Membrane Structure and Function 6. Energy Flow in the Life of a Cell 7. Capturing Solar Energy: Photosynthesis 8. Harvesting Energy: Glycolysis and Cellular Respiration Unit 2: INHERITANCE 9. Cellular Reproduction 10. Meiosis: The Basis of Sexual Reproduction 11. Patterns of Inheritance 12. DNA: The Molecule of Heredity 13. Gene Expression and Regulation 14. Biotechnology Unit 3: EVOLUTION AND DIVERSITY OF LIFE 15. Principles of Evolution 16. How Populations Evolve 17. The Origin of Species 18. The History of Life 19. Systematics: Seeking Order Amid Diversity 20. The Diversity of Prokaryotes and Viruses 21. The Diversity of Protists 22. The Diversity of Plants 23. The Diversity of Fungi 24. Animal Diversity I: Invertebrates 25. Animal Diversity II: Vertebrates Unit 4. BEHAVIOR AND ECOLOGY 26. Animal Behavior 27. Population Growth and Regulation 28. Community Interactions 29. Energy Flow and Nutrient Cycling in Ecosystems 30. Earth's Diverse Ecosystems 31. Conserving Earth's Biodiversity Unit 5. ANIMAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 32. Homeostasis and the Organization of the Animal Body 33. Circulation 34. Respiration 35. Nutrition and Digestion 36. The Urinary System 37. Defense Against Disease 38. Chemical Control of the Animal Body: The Endocrine System 39. The Nervous System 40. The Senses 41. Action and Support: The Muscles and Skeleton 42. Animal Reproduction 43. Animal Development Unit 6. PLANT ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 44. Plant Anatomy and Nutrient Transport 45. Plant Reproduction and Development 46. Plant Responses to the Environment Biology Life on Earth, Eleventh Edition includes Chapters 1-30 Biology Life on Earth with Physiology, Eleventh Edition includes Chapters 1-46
SynopsisFor non-majors/mixed biology courses. An Inquiry Approach that engages readers in critical thinking through the use of relatable case studies and more. With a proven and effective tradition of engaging readers with real-world applications, high-interest case studies, and inquiry-based pedagogy, Biology: Life on Earth fosters a lifetime of discovery and scientific understanding. Maintaining the conversational, question-and-answer presentation style that has made the text a best-seller, the Eleventh Edition continues to incorporate true and relevant Case Studies throughout each chapter, along with new, more extensive guidance for developing critical thinking skills and scientific literacy. Also available with MasteringBiology(tm) MasteringBiology is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product proven to improve results by helping readers quickly master concepts. Readers benefit from self-paced tutorials that feature personalized wrong-answer feedback and hints that emulate the office-hour experience and help keep students on track. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, readers are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts. NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product; MasteringBiology does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MasteringBiology search for: 0133910601 / 9780133910605 Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology Plus MasteringBiology with eText -- Access Card Package, 11/e Package consists of: 0134254732 / 9780134254739 MasteringBiology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology 0133923002 / 9780133923001 Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology, For non-majors/mixed biology courses. An Inquiry Approach that engages readers in critical thinking through the use of relatable case studies and more. With a proven and effective tradition of engaging readers with real-world applications, high-interest case studies, and inquiry-based pedagogy, Biology: Life on Earth fosters a lifetime of discovery and scientific understanding. Maintaining the conversational, question-and-answer presentation style that has made the text a best-seller, the Eleventh Edition continues to incorporate true and relevant Case Studies throughout each chapter, along with new, more extensive guidance for developing critical thinking skills and scientific literacy. Also available as a Pearson eText or packaged with Mastering Biology Pearson eText is a simple-to-use, mobile-optimized, personalized reading experience that can be adopted on its own as the main course material. It allows students to highlight, take notes, and review key vocabulary all in one place, even when offline. Seamlessly integrated videos and other rich media engage students and give them access to the help they need, when they need it. Educators can easily schedule readings and share their own notes with students so they see the connection between their eText and what they learn in class - motivating them to keep reading, and keep learning. If your instructor has assigned Pearson eText as your main course material, search for: 0135242924 / 9780135242926 Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Access Card OR 0135213835 / 9780135213834 Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access Mastering Biology(TM) is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product proven to improve results by helping students quickly master concepts. Students benefit from self-paced tutorials that feature personalized wrong-answer feedback and hints that emulate the office-hour experience and help keep students on track. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and Mastering Biology, search for: 0133910601 / 9780133910605 Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology Plus Mastering Biology with eText -- Access Card Package, 11/e Package consists of: 0134254732 / 9780134254739 Mastering Biology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology 0133923002 / 9780133923001 Biology: Life on Earth with Physiolog y NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone book; Pearson eText and Mastering Biology do not come packaged with this content. Students, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson rep for more information., KEY BENEFIT : With a proven and effective tradition of engaging readers with real-world applications, high-interest case studies, and inquiry-based pedagogy, Biology: Life on Earth fosters a lifetime of discovery and scientific understanding. Maintaining the conversational, question-and-answer presentation style that has made the text a best-seller, the Eleventh Edition continues to incorporate true and relevant Case Studies throughout each chapter, along with new, more extensive guidance for developing critical thinking skills and scientific literacy. For coverage of plant and animal anatomy & physiology, an alternate edition, Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology , Eleventh Edition , is also available. KEY TOPICS : An Introduction to Life on Earth ; Atoms, Molecules, and Life; Biological Molecules; Cell Structure and Function; Cell Membrane Structure and Function; Energy Flow in the Life of a Cell; Capturing Solar Energy: Photosynthesis; Harvesting Energy: Glycolysis and Cellular Respiration ; The Continuity of Life: Cellular Reproduction; Patterns of Inheritance; DNA: The Molecule of Heredity; Gene Expression and Regulation; Biotechnology ; Principles of Evolution; How Populations Evolve; The Origin of Species; The History of Life; Systematics: Seeking Order Amid Diversity; The Diversity of Prokaryotes and Viruses; The Diversity of Protists; The Diversity of Plants; The Diversity of Fungi; Animal Diversity I: Invertebrates; Animal Diversity II: Vertebrates ; Animal Behavior; Population Growth and Regulation; Community Interactions; Energy Flow and Nutrient Cycling in Ecosystems; Earth's Diverse Ecosystems; Conserving Earth's Biodiversity ; Homeostasis and the Organization of the Animal Body; Circulation; Respiration; Nutrition and Digestion; The Urinary System; Defense Against Disease; Chemical Control of the Animal Body; The Endocrine System; The Nervous System; The Senses; Action and Support: The Muscles and Skeletonl Animal Reproduction; Animal Development ; Plant Anatomy and Nutrient Transport; Plant Reproduction and Development; Plant Responses to the Environment MARKET : For anyone interested in Biology.
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