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11th Hour: Introduction to Biology / Edition 1

11th Hour: Introduction to Biology / Edition 1

by David L. Wilson
11th Hour: Introduction to Biology / Edition 1
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ISBN-10:
0632044160
ISBN-13:
9780632044160
Pub. Date:
11/05/1999
Publisher:
Wiley
ISBN-10:
0632044160
ISBN-13:
9780632044160
Pub. Date:
11/05/1999
Publisher:
Wiley
11th Hour: Introduction to Biology / Edition 1

11th Hour: Introduction to Biology / Edition 1

by David L. Wilson

Overview

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This book reviews the more challenging material in a college-level, introductory course in biology. It is intended to supplement standard textbooks in biology, or for students who wish to review such material. 11th Hour: Introduction to Biology is of particular use to students enrolled in a majors or non-majors introductory biology course, or students taking AP biology. It concentrates on those topics that usually give students the most difficulty, and problems/questions are rated throughout in terms of their level of difficulty.

  • Concentrates on those concepts that usually give students the most difficulty.
  • Provides ample opportunity to test the mastery of this material.
  • Rates questions/problems according to their level of difficulty.
  • Additional information provided on the internet site related to this topic - www.blackwellpublishing.com/11thhour.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780632044160
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 11/05/1999
Series: Eleventh Hour - Boston , #1
Pages: 304
Product dimensions: 8.40(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.84(d)

About the Author

David L. Wilson is the author of 11th Hour: Introduction to Biology, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

Unit I: From Atoms to Living Cells.

1 Introduction to Biology.

2 Atoms, Bonds, Water, and Carbon.

3 Molecules and Macromolecules of Life.

4 Membrane Structure and Function.

5 Cellular Organization.

6 Energy and Enzymes.

7 Energy Metabolism and Cell Respiration.

8 Photosynthesis.

Exam.

Unit II: Genes, Information, and Heredity.

9 DNA: Structure, Function, and Replication.

10 RNA and Protein: Transcription, Translation, and the Genetic Code.

11 Cell Cycle, Mitosis, Meiosis.

12 Mendelian Genetics.

13 Recombination, Linkage and Mapping.

14 Genetics of Bacteria and Viruses.

15 Gene Expression, Gene Technology, and Human Genetics; Exam II.

Unit III: Evolution.

16 Evolution and Natural Selection.

17 Microevolution and Population Genetics.

Unit IV: Animal Physiology.

18 General Principles of Physiology.

19 Cardiovascular System.

20 Endocrine System and Hormones.

21 Neurons: Electrical and Synaptic Events.

22 Immune System and Body Defenses.

Exam III and IV.

Unit V: Ecology.

23 Ecology.

Final Exam.

Index

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