Biology
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A Place Like No Other: Discovering the Secrets of SerengetiFrom famed zoologist Anthony Sinclair, an account of his decades-long quest to understand one of Earth's most spectacular ecosystems With its rich biodiversity, astounding wildlife, and breathtaking animal migrations, Serengeti is like no other ecosystem on the planet. A Place like No Other is...
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Jaguar vs. CrocodileThe dark floor and muddy rivers of the rain forest are perfect for hunting, and the jaguar and crocodile both stalk their prey with ease. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the jaguar's speed give it an edge? Or does...
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Is It a Honeybee or a Wasp?Buzz Buzz Was that a honeybee or wasp zipping past your ear? While both yellow-and-black striped insects can cause a painful sting, they have many differences. Explore the many similarities and differences in this picture book from the Look-Alike Animal series. Early learners will...
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Battling Ear, Nose, and Throat InfectionsThis title examines viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa and how they infect the ears, nose, adenoids, throat, and tonsils and how doctors treat these infections with ear tubes, antibiotics, and surgical procedures. A list of healthy habits is included to help readers combat disease....
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The Florida Manatee: Biology and ConservationFrom two scientists who have been at the forefront of manatee research for over three decades, The Florida Manatee offers an engaging, accessible introduction to manatee biology, including communication, diet, long-distance migration, and much more. This second edition is updated with new scientific research,...
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The Cell: A Tiny CityIn the leveled reader The Cell: A Tiny City, fundamental science concepts in biology are explained through simply written text and colorful, fun illustrations. Young readers discover that atoms make up everything we touch, taste, smell, and see. Atoms link together to make molecules....
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Zoonotic Diseases and One HealthHumans are part of an ecosystem, and understanding our relationship with the environment and with other organisms is a prerequisite to living together sustainably. Zoonotic diseases, which are spread between animals and humans, are an important issue as they reflect our relationship with other...
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Evolution and Intelligent Design in a NutshellAre life and the universe a mindless accident--the blind outworking of laws governing cosmic, chemical, and biological evolution? That's the official story many of us were taught somewhere along the way. But what does the science actually say? Drawing on recent discoveries in astronomy,...
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Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American FamilyOPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES TOP TEN BOOKS OF THE YEARONE OF THE WALL STREET JOURNAL TOP TEN BOOKS OF THE YEARPEOPLE'S #1 BEST BOOK OF THE YEARONE OF GQ's TOP 50 BOOKS OF LITERARY JOURNALISM...
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Origin of Life: What Everyone Needs to Know(r)It seems likely that scientists will someday discover how life can emerge on habitable planets like the early Earth and Mars. In Origin of Life: What Everyone Needs to Know(R) , David W. Deamer has written a comprehensive guide to the origin of life...
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FlamingosIn this book, early fluent readers will learn how flamingos get their pink feathers, as well as how they live and behave in their flocks. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about flamingos and their...
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Snyder and Champness Molecular Genetics of BacteriaThe single most comprehensive and authoritative textbook on bacterial molecular genetics Snyder & Champness Molecular Genetics of Bacteria is a new edition of a classic text, updated to address the massive advances in the field of bacterial molecular genetics and retitled as homage to...
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Cambridge International as & a Level Biology Workbook with Digital Access (2 Years)This workbook with digital access is the perfect companion for the coursebook. The resource reinforces learning, promotes application of theory and helps students practise the essential skills of handling data, evaluating information and problem solving. The workbook includes a range of formative exercises, mapped...
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Aristotle's History of AnimalsThe following Translation of Aristotle's History of Animals has been made from the text of Schneider. In a work of considerable difficulty it is hardly possible entirely to avoid errors; but it is hoped that those which have escaped are neither numerous nor important....
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A Lab of One's Own: One Woman's Personal Journey Through Sexism in ScienceA riveting memoir-manifesto from the first female director of the National Science Foundation about the entrenched sexism in science, the elaborate detours women have taken to bypass the problem, and how to fix the system. If you think sexism thrives only on Wall Street...
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Principles for Management of Fisheries and Wildlife: The Manager as Decision-makerPrinciples for Management of Fisheries and Wildlife: The Manager as Decision-maker is a unique introductory text that explains critical theories and principles of management and how to apply these successfully to real-world fisheries and wildlife situations and issues. Readers learn about management paradigms, decision-making...
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Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying; A Guide for Kids and TeensDrs. Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski's popular online course Learning How to Learn, based on Dr. Oakley's bestselling book A Mind for Numbers, has enrolled more than 1.8 million students from more than 200 countries. In this much needed follow-up to A Mind for...
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Natural Beekeeping with the Warre HiveAuthor: David HeafPublisher: Northern Bee BooksPublished: 04/26/2013Pages: 106Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.22dISBN: 9781908904386This title is not returnable
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Thinking Critically: Genetic Testing and ResearchFrom creating potatoes that do not bruise to curing human hereditary diseases, genetic engineering is changing life as we know it, and is on the brink of altering the course of human evolution. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format--supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and...
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Chasing the Sun: How the Science of Sunlight Shapes Our Bodies and MindsA fascinating look at how humans' relationship with the sun continues to shape our bodies, attitudes, and societies. Our biology is set up to work in partnership with the sun. Little wonder then that humans have long worshipped and revered our nearest star: life...
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