The Handy Biology Answer Book pdf

Patricia Barnes Svarney is an award-winning science and science fiction writer--with more than three dozen published books for the general audiences. A native of upstate New York, she did field work in geology, but soon found out she had a knack for explaining and writing about topics in the various sciences. So she took up the pen (and then quickly learned to type when computers took over) and hasn't looked back since. Never one to be "pigeonholed," her books and magazine articles cover such topics as geology, mathematics, astronomy, forensic science, women's health (including books about diabetes and nutrition), the space program, humor, Star Trek, Sabrina, and Alex Mack--with even a few mentions of cats along the way.

The Handy Biology Answer Book pdf by Patricia Barnes Svarney

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The study of life and living organisms is ancient, broad, and ongoing. The thoroughly revised and completely updated second edition of The Handy Biology Answer Book examines, explains, and traces mankind’s understanding of this important topic. From the newsworthy to the practical and from the medical to the historical, this entertaining and informative book brings the complexity of life into focus through the well-researched answers to nearly 1,300 common biology questions, including …
• What is social Darwinism?
• Is IQ genetically controlled?
• Do animals commit murder?
• How did DNA help “discover” King Richard III?
• Is obesity inherited?
The Handy Biology Answer Book covers all aspects of human, animal, plant, and microbial biology. It also introduces the scientists behind the breathtaking advances, tracing scientific history and milestones. It explains the inner workings of cells, as well as bacteria, viruses, fungi, plant and animal characteristics and diversity, endangered plants and animals, evolution, adaption and the environment, DNA and chromosomes, genetics and genetic engineering, laboratory techniques, and much more. This handy reference is the go-to guide for students and the more learned alike. It’s for anyone.