Genetics 101: From chromosomes and the double helix to cloning and DNA tests, everything you need to know about genes / Beth Skwarecki.
By: Skwarecki, Beth.
Material type: BookSeries: Adams 101. Place of publication: MassachusettsPublisher: Adams MediaDate of publication: 2018Description: 255 pages: partly colored and illustrated, 19 cm.ISBN: 9781507207642.Subject(s): Genetics -- Popular works | Science -- Popular worksDDC classification: 572.8 Sk629 2018 Summary: A crash course in DNA! Too often, textbooks turn the compelling systems, processes, and figures of genetics into tedious discourse that even Gregor Mendel would reject. Skip the boring details with this easy-to-read guide and jump straight into learning more about what makes you you! Covering each aspect of genetics, every chapter details what DNA is, how it works, and how genes are passed down. You'll unravel the mysteries of genetics with unique, accessible elements like: - A detailed diagram of different parts of a cell - Images of chromosomes and mutated cells - Unique profiles of the most influential figures in genetics history - Fun facts about chromosomes, bacteria, and cells - And more! Whether you're seeking out a better scientific understanding of genetics or looking into your own DNA, Genetics 101 has all the answers - even the ones you didn't know you were looking for. (From the back cover)Item type | Current location | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due |
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Books | High School Department Reading Area (Main - HS) | 500-599 Science | 572.8 Sk629 2018 (Browse shelf) | Checked out | 11/29/2024 |
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Includes glossary and index.
A crash course in DNA!
Too often, textbooks turn the compelling systems, processes, and figures of genetics into tedious discourse that even Gregor Mendel would reject. Skip the boring details with this easy-to-read guide and jump straight into learning more about what makes you you! Covering each aspect of genetics, every chapter details what DNA is, how it works, and how genes are passed down. You'll unravel the mysteries of genetics with unique, accessible elements like:
- A detailed diagram of different parts of a cell
- Images of chromosomes and mutated cells
- Unique profiles of the most influential figures in genetics history
- Fun facts about chromosomes, bacteria, and cells
- And more!
Whether you're seeking out a better scientific understanding of genetics or looking into your own DNA, Genetics 101 has all the answers - even the ones you didn't know you were looking for.
(From the back cover)
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