Harpercollins Dictionary of Biology

As widespread debate swirls around topics like genetic engineering and the environment, a thorough understanding of biology is becoming more and more important. The HarperCollins Dictionary of Biology is a valuable reference tools for students and professionals alike. More than 5,600 entries go far beyond basic definitions to provide in-depth explanations and examples. Nearly three hundred diagrams ilustrate such concepts as genetic organization, plant structure, and human physiology. The dictionary covers all the major subjects -- anatomy, biochemistry, ecology, evolutionary theories, and much more. Biographies of important biologists that detail their contributions to the field are also included.Hale, W. G. is the author of 'Harpercollins Dictionary of Biology', published 1991 under ISBN 9780064610155 and ISBN 0064610152.