Genetics For Dummies
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9781118269275 (ISBN)
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A plain-English guide to genetics Want to know more about genetics? This non-intimidating guide gets you up to speed on all the fundamentals and the most recent discoveries. Now with 25% new and revised material, Genetics For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you clear and accessible coverage of this rapidly advancing field.
From dominant and recessive inherited traits to the DNA double-helix, you get clear explanations in easy-to-understand terms. Plus, you'll see how people are applying genetic science to fight disease, develop new products, solve crimes . . . and even clone cats.
Covers topics in a straightforward and effective manner
Includes coverage of stem cell research, molecular genetics, behavioral genetics, genetic engineering, and more
Explores ethical issues as they pertain to the study of genetics
Whether you?re currently enrolled in a genetics course or are just looking for a refresher, Genetics For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides science lovers of all skill levels with easy-to-follow information on this fascinating subject.
Tara Rodden Robinson, PhD, is an Instructor of Genetics, Extended Campus, at Oregon State University. Previously, she worked as an instructor and Postdoctoral Fellow in Genetics at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama.
Introduction 1
Part I: The Lowdown on Genetics: Just the Basics 7
Chapter 1: What Genetics Is and Why You Need to Know Some 9
Chapter 2: Basic Cell Biology 19
Chapter 3: Visualize Peas: Discovering the Laws of Inheritance 37
Chapter 4: Law Enforcement: Mendel’s Laws Applied to Complex Traits 51
Chapter 5: Differences Matter: The Genetics of Sex67
Part II: DNA: The Genetic Material 81
Chapter 6: DNA: The Basis of Life 83
Chapter 7: Replication: Copying Your DNA 99
Chapter 8: Sequencing Your DNA 117
Chapter 9: RNA: DNA’s Close Cousin 129
Chapter 10: Translating the Genetic Code 143
Chapter 11: Gene Expression: What a Cute Pair of Genes 157
Part III: Genetics and Your Health 171
Chapter 12: Genetic Counseling 173
Chapter 13: Mutation and Inherited Diseases: Things You Can’t Change 187
Chapter 14: Taking a Closer Look at the Genetics of Cancer 203
Chapter 15: Chromosome Disorders: It’s All a Numbers Game 221
Chapter 16: Treating Genetic Disorders with Gene Therapy 237
Part IV: Genetics and Your World 249
Chapter 17: Tracing Human History and the Future of the Planet 251
Chapter 18: Solving Mysteries Using DNA 265
Chapter 19: Genetic Makeovers: Fitting New Genes into Plants and Animals 283
Chapter 20: Cloning: You’re One of a Kind 299
Chapter 21: Giving Ethical Considerations Their Due313
Part V: The Part of Tens 323
Chapter 22: Ten Defi ning Events in Genetics 325
Chapter 23: Ten Hot Issues in Genetics 333
Chapter 24: Ten Hard-to-Believe Genetics Stories 341
Glossary 347
Index 351
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 5.1.2012 |
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Themenwelt | Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Evolution |
| Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Genetik / Molekularbiologie | |
| ISBN-13 | 9781118269275 / 9781118269275 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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