For non-majors and mixed-majors introductory botany (plant biology) courses. Plant Biology focuses students on the function of plants and the role they play in our world. With evolved content and a new organization, the authors emphasize the scientific method to help students develop the critical thinking skills they need to make sound decisions throughout life. Together, the emphasis on how plants work and the development of critical-thinking skills support the authors’ goal of fostering scientific literacy.
With over 1000 original drawings and 500 photographs, this work offers complete coverage of cell biology, plant physiology and molecular biology.
This book focuses readers on the function of plants and the role they play in our world. The authors emphasize the scientific method to help readers develop the critical thinking...
In this book, a leading plant scientist offers a new understanding of the botanical world and a passionate argument for intelligent plant life.
Plant Science: Growth, Development, and Utilization of Cultivated Plants
Take a New Look at Raven! "BIOLOGY" is an authoritative majors textbook focusing on evolution as a unifying theme. In revising the text, McGraw-Hill consulted with numerous users, noted experts and professors in the field.
There has also never been a more exciting time to make biology you lifelong passion and career. the author team and those who bought this text to life worked to convey to you the challenges, the wonders and the foundations you will need as ...
With its balanced coverage of basic molecular biology, historical developments and contemporary applications, this text provides students with the tools and basic knowledge for success in the biotech industry.
Overview of essential concepts. Plant and cell architecture. Energy, enzymes, and gene expression. Transport and translocation of water and solutes. Water and plant cells. Water balance of the plant. Mineral...
Written by some of the most respected innovators in the field, this comprehensive text takes an in-depth look at the environmental, cultural and social factors that influence how plants...
Plants and Society