The Facts on File Dictionary of Biology (Facts on File Science Dictionary)

These cross-referenced entries define and explain the most frequently used terms, adding pronunciation symbols for over a thousand uncommon terms and providing tools which aid in interpretation and analysis. Add line drawings, tables, and charts and you have a reference which competes well with online information. "The Facts On File Dictionary of Biology, Fourth Edition contains approximately 3,700 cross-referenced entries that explain, clearly and concisely, the most frequently used terms in modern biological science." "Revised and expanded since the previous edition published six years ago, this edition contains more than 300 new entries that articulate advances in research. The most important new element in the dictionary is the inclusion of pronunciation symbols for more than 2,500 entries not in daily use. The fourth edition features two new tools - a "Guide to Using the Dictionary" that explains the main features of dictionary entries and a "Pronunciation Key" that carefully details how to interpret pronunciation symbols inserted next to an entry." "In addition to 60 line drawings, the dictionary includes a bibliography and appendixes - schema of the Animal Kingdom and the Plant Kingdom, an illustrated chart of amino acids, and a list of Web sites." "The Facts On File Dictionary of Biology, Fourth Edition will benefit students, teachers, university and public libraries, and professionals in biology or related fields seeking comprehensive coverage."--Jacket Preface......Page 6 Acknowledgments......Page 7 Contents......Page 8 Guide to Using the Dictionary......Page 9 Pronunciation Key......Page 11 A......Page 12 B......Page 47 C......Page 64 D......Page 111 E......Page 126 F......Page 147 G......Page 157 H......Page 176 I......Page 194 J......Page 207 K......Page 208 L......Page 212 M......Page 226 N......Page 252 O......Page 264 P......Page 276 Q......Page 321 R......Page 322 S......Page 340 T......Page 373 U......Page 390 V......Page 393 W......Page 402 X......Page 405 Y......Page 407 Z......Page 408 Appendixes......Page 410 Appendix 1: The Animal Kingdom......Page 411 Appendix 2: The Plant Kingdom......Page 412 Appendix 3: Amino Acids......Page 413 Appendix 4: Web Sites......Page 415 Bibliography......Page 417

Aimed at high school students, this reference defines the basic principles and terms used in the field of biology. Approximately 300 new entries have been added to this fourth edition, including entries on beta-oxidation, cerebral nuclei, DNA fingerprinting, and rapid eye movement. Pronunciation symbols and new line illustrations have also been added. The appendices include charts of the animal and plant kingdoms and amino acids, as well as a list of online resources. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

International Journal of Biosocial Research

Praise for the hardcover edition: This wonderfully expanded edition contains more than 3,000 entries providing clear and concise definitions of most common biological terms...

Preface 6 Acknowledgments 7 Contents 8 Guide to Using the Dictionary 9 Pronunciation Key 11 Entries A to Z 12 A 12 B 47 C 64 D 111 E 126 F 147 G 157 H 176 I 194 J 207 K 208 L 212 M 226 N 252 O 264 P 276 Q 321 R 322 S 340 T 373 U 390 V 393 W 402 X 405 Y 407 Z 408 Appendixes 410 Appendix 1: The Animal Kingdom 411 Appendix 2: The Plant Kingdom 412 Appendix 3: Amino Acids 413 Appendix 4: Web Sites 415 Bibliography 417 A Reference Tool For Professional And Student Biologists Spans Everything From Abaxial To Zymogen Granule, Explaining Such Phenomena As Photosynthesis, Regeneration, And Cytoplasmic Inheritance. Preface-acknowledgments -- Contents; Guide To Using The Dictionary; Pronunciation Key;appendixes; Bibliography. Edited By Robert Hine. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 406). The Facts On File Dictionary of Biology, Fourth Edition defines the basic principles and terms used. Approximately 300 new entries have been added to reflect new information, and current entries and back matter have been revised as needed. Pronuciation symbols have been added. The Facts On File Dictionary of Biology, Fourth Edition clearly defines the basic principles and terms used in this widely studied branch of science.