Biology Workbook For Dummies

From genetics to ecology — the easy way to score higher in biology Baffled by biology? You′re not alone. With practice exercises, questions, and real–world explanations, you′ll quickly and painlessly get a grip on complex biology concepts and unlock the mysteries of this fascinating and ever–evolving field of study. Useful hands–on learning activities will solidify the concepts you′ll come across in your biology class, such as physiology, ecology, evolution, genetics, cell biology, and more. Discover Hundreds of practice exercises and helpful explanations Real–world examples explaining tough biology concepts Focused, modular content presented in step–by–step lessons Get a grasp on introductory biology concepts Practice your skills with helpful exercises Ace your biology course

Introduction 1 Part I: Getting the Basics 7 Chapter 1: Figuring Out the Scientific Method  9 Chapter 2: Solving Problems in the Chemistry of Life  21 Chapter 3: Identifying Cell Parts and Understanding Their Functions  43 Chapter 4: Tracking the Flow of Energy and Matter  55 Part II: Creating the Future with Cell Division and Genetics 79 Chapter 5: Divide and Conquer: Recognizing the Phases of Cell Division  81 Chapter 6: Predicting Future Generations with Mendelian Genetics  101 Chapter 7: Taking Genetics to the DNA Level  113 Chapter 8: Going Straight to the Source with DNA Technology  131 Part III: Making Connections with Ecology and Evolution 143 Chapter 9: Organizing the Living World  145 Chapter 10: Connecting Organisms in Ecosystems  153 hapter 11: Evaluating the Effects of Evolution  169 Part IV: Getting to Know the Human Body 177 Chapter 12: Building Bodies with the Skeletal and Muscular Systems  179 Chapter 13: Giving Your Body What It Needs: The Respiratory and Circulatory Systems  189 Chapter 14: Processing Food with the Digestive and Excretory Systems  201 Chapter 15: Fighting Enemies with the Immune System  211 Chapter 16: Sending Messages with the Nervous and Endocrine Systems  221 Chapter 17: Making Babies with the Reproductive System  231 Part V: Going Green with Plant Biology 243 Chapter 18: Studying Plant Structures  245 Chapter 19: Pondering Problems in Plant Physiology  261 Part VI: The Part of Tens 271 Chapter 20: Ten Tips for Getting an A in Biology  273 Chapter 21: Ten (Plus One) Great Biology Websites  277 Index 281

Rene Fester Kratz, PhD, is a biology instructor at Everett Community College in Everett, Washington.