Molecular and Cell Biology For Dummies |  | Author: Rene Fester Kratz PhD
Publisher: For Dummies
Category: Book
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Edition: 1
Pages: 384
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Dimensions (in): 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.9
ISBN: 0470430664
Dewey Decimal Number: 570
EAN: 9780470430668
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Publication Date: June 2, 2009
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Your hands-on study guide to the inner world of the cell Need to get a handle on molecular and cell biology? This easy-to-understand guide explains the structure and function of the cell and how recombinant DNA technology is changing the face of science and medicine. You discover how fundamental principles and concepts relate to everyday life. Plus, you get plenty of study tips to improve your grades and score higher on exams! - Explore the world of the cell — take a tour inside the structure and function of cells and see how viruses attack and destroy them
Understand the stuff of life (molecules) — get up to speed on the structure of atoms, types of bonds, carbohydrates, proteins, DNA, RNA, and lipids Watch as cells function and reproduce — see how cells communicate, obtain matter and energy, and copy themselves for growth, repair, and reproduction Make sense of genetics — learn how parental cells organize their DNA during sexual reproduction and how scientists can predict inheritance patterns Decode a cell's underlying programming — examine how DNA is read by cells, how it determines the traits of organisms, and how it's regulated by the cell Harness the power of DNA — discover how scientists use molecular biology to explore genomes and solve current world problems Open the book and find: - Easy-to-follow explanations of key topics
The life of a cell — what it needs to survive and reproduce Why molecules are so vital to cells Rules that govern cell behavior Laws of thermodynamics and cellular work The principles of Mendelian genetics Useful Web sites Important events in the development of DNA technology Ten great ways to improve your biology grade
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| Customer Reviews:
Very clear explanation of a very complex subject December 29, 2009
J. Davidson (Annandale, VA USA)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
This book did just what I had hoped it would do. It took a very complex subject and explained it in as simple terms as possible. I've never had a formal course in biology, but I had watched all the lectures in an MIT Open Courseware course on the subject that had left me confused about a number of things. Of course, this book is not as comprehensive as a full course, but it did clarify a number of things for me. Many of the illustrations are much better than in the textbook that the MIT course was based on. Near the end of the book the author began giving specific study tips -- what things a student needs to be familiar with and what things they need to have down cold. In fact, the last chapter is entitled "Ten Ways to Improve Your Grade." I thought this a little strange, because the introduction does not mention this aspect of the book. It is done unobtrusively, so it shouldn't lessen a non-student's enjoyment of the book. I mention it because it might be a big plus to some prospective readers.
helped me ace my final! April 11, 2010
Kristy Kappenman (CWU WA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book put complicated concepts into understandable ideas and helped me ace my oral final!
excellent introduction July 9, 2010
N. Peritore ('Brazil)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is written by an excellent teacher, with clear explanations. An excellent supplement to a course on this difficult topic. Most texts in this area are highly technical, and this book can help orient the reader and resolve a lot of difficulties. I would love to take the course from the author, who shows enthusiasm and and a great capacity to communicate.
Will arouse and satisfy your curiosity at the same time July 21, 2009
Intelligent Designer (Everett, WA)
9 out of 13 found this review helpful
This book is very well written. It's easy to understand and you will learn a lot with little effort. I'd love to take a class from the author. This is a great book !!!
Great book July 21, 2010
J. Farquharson (Dallas, TX)
I have read similar books on this topic, and this one is by far the best. It explains everything very well, and makes biology seem much easier. I believe that anyone can excel in science, if they want to and try hard enough. I would highly recommend this book for students who want to improve their grades in biology.
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