Produktinformation
Susan Aldridge gives an accessible guide to the world of DNA and also explores the applications of genetic engineering in biotechnology. She takes the reader step by step, through the fascinating study of molecular biology. The first part of the book describes DNA and its function within living organisms. The second part explores genetic engineering and its applications to humans - such as gene therapy, genetic screening and DNA fingerprinting. The third part looks at the wider world of biotechnology and how genetic engineering can be applied to such problems as producing vegetarian cheese or cleaning up the environment. The final part explains how knowledge of the structure and functioning of genes sheds light on evolution and our place in the world. Although easy to read, this book does not avoid the science involved and should be read by anyone who wants to know about DNA and genetic engineering.Produktkennzeichnungen
ISBN-100521465427
ISBN-139780521465427
eBay Product ID (ePID)165398166
Produkt Hauptmerkmale
VerlagCambridge University Press
Erscheinungsjahr2004
Anzahl der Seiten272 Seiten
PublikationsnameThe Thread of Life
SpracheEnglisch
ProduktartLehrbuch
AutorSusan Aldridge
FormatGebundene Ausgabe
Zusätzliche Produkteigenschaften
HörbuchNo
MitautorAldridge Susan
InhaltsbeschreibungHc Gerader Rücken Kaschiert
Item Height1cm
Item Length24cm
Item Weight577g