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The ultimate guide to understanding biology Have you ever wondered how the food you eat becomes the energy your body needs to keep going? The theory of evolution says that humans and chimps descended from a common ancestor, but does it tell us how and why? We humans are insatiably curious creatures who can't help wondering how things work-starting with our own bodies. Wouldn't it be great to have a single source of quick answers to all our questions about how living things work? Now there show more is. From molecules to animals, cells to ecosystems, Biology For Dummies answers all your questions about how living things work. Written in plain English and packed with dozens of enlightening illustrations, this reference guide covers the most recent developments and discoveries in evolutionary, reproductive, and ecological biology. It's also complemented with lots of practical, up-to-date examples to bring the information to life. - Discover how living things work - Think like a biologist and use scientific methods - Understand lifecycle processes Whether you're enrolled in a biology class or just want to know more about this fascinating and ever-evolving field of study, Biology For Dummies will help you unlock the mysteries of how life works. show less

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Canonical title
Biology for Dummies
Original publication date
2012

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Science & Nature, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
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570Natural sciences & mathematicsBiologyLife Science: Biology, Cells & Genetics
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QH307.2 .S54ScienceNatural history – BiologyBiology (General)
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