A magnificent book for everyone taking their first steps in studying biology. The authors of this unique guide discuss the fundamental concepts of biology, the structure and functioning of living beings, the mechanisms of inheritance, etc. This revised and expanded edition includes information on the latest discoveries and research in ecology and genetics. In this book, you will find descriptions of real research, assignments for independent work, quizzes, and interviews with leading biologists.
The book is primarily aimed at high school students planning to study biology, and at students of medical, biological, and chemical faculties. Additionally, the book will be of interest to biology teachers in schools, as well as to all readers interested in the natural world.
This book was created by a group of outstanding American scientists under the guidance of Professor Neil Campbell (1946–2004). The first edition of the book was published in 2001, and since then Campbell Biology has been continuously updated and improved. It is the most popular guide in the world for those beginning to study biology. It is valued for its well-written text, logical and coherent presentation, high-quality illustrations, and the ability to self-check with tests and questions for each chapter.
The third volume of this edition covers two important topics: animal forms of life and their functioning, and ecology.
Complex topics are explained in simple and understandable language. Mastery of the material is facilitated by hundreds of illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. In this book, you will find descriptions of real research, assignments for independent work, quizzes, and interviews with leading biologists.
The book is well-structured. The presentation of the material in each chapter is complemented by descriptions of real research, blocks of assignments for independent work, descriptions of experiments; each chapter ends with self-check questions. The book is accompanied by reference material presented in appendices and an alphabetical subject index. The product is carefully packaged in bubble wrap and a cardboard box to protect against mechanical damage.