Author Description
Fully Revised And Updated For The Seventh Edition, This Market-leading Dictionary Is The Perfect Guide For Anyone Studying Biology, Either At School Or University. With More Than 5,500 Clear And Concise Entries, It Provides Comprehensive Coverage Of Biology, Biophysics, And Biochemistry. Over 250 New Entries Include Terms Such As Broca's Area, Comparative Genomic Hybridization, Mirror Neuron, And Pandoravirus. Appendices Include Classifications Of The Animal And Plant Kingdoms, The Geological Time Scale, Major Mass Extinctions Of Species, Model Organisms And Their Genomes, Nobel Prizewinners, And A New Appendix On Evolution. Entry-level Web Links To Online Resources Can Be Accessed Via A Companion Website.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This dictionary serves as a comprehensive reference tool designed to clarify and define the technical terminology required for the study of biology at the secondary and tertiary levels. Robert S. Hine provides an updated lexicon that synthesizes complex concepts across the biological sciences, including biophysics and biochemistry. The work functions as a foundational resource for students and researchers needing precise definitions for both established and emerging scientific nomenclature.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Over 5,500 entries covering biology, biophysics, and biochemistry
- Appendices detailing animal and plant classifications, geological time scales, and mass extinctions
- Data on model organisms, their genomes, and historical Nobel Prizewinners
- Access to a companion website for supplementary online resources
Scope Limits
- Does not provide in-depth textbook-style explanations of complex biological processes
- Excludes highly specialized or niche terminology outside the core scope of general biological study
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators frequently cite this volume as a standard, reliable reference for students navigating the breadth of biological sciences. Readers often note the clarity and accessibility of the definitions, making it a practical tool for academic coursework.
Page Count:
736
Publication Date:
2015-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191059447
ISBN-13:
9780191059445
Science
Education
Biochemistry
Biology
Reference
Biophysics