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Find definitions of biology terms in these resources:
Search for definitions and background information on science topics from The McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology 10th edition, McGraw-Hill Yearbooks of Science & Technology, McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, and the Hutchinson Dictionary of Scientific Biography.
The Basics of Biology by Carol Leth Stone(Gale eBook) This volume provides students an introduction to the science of biology. It details the history of biology, as well as many of the field's basic theories and concepts for students. It demonstrates the modern tools and techniques that biologists use today.
Dictionary of Biology by W. G. Hale; J. P. Margham; Venetia A. Saunders(Credo eBook) The third edition of the Collins Dictionary of Biology has been completely revised and updated to take in the latest developments on biology from the Human Genome Project to advancements in cloning. The bestselling dictionary of biology, designed for advanced school students, undergraduates, and all who have an interest in the life sciences.
Call Number: Credo eBook
ISBN: 0007147090
Publication Date: 2003
Schaum's Outline of Biology by George H. Fried; George J. Hademenos(Access Engineering eBook) Contains hundreds of examples with explanations of biology concepts. Covers both biochemical and molecular approaches to biology and an understanding of life in terms of the characteristics of DNA, RNA, and protein macromolecules.