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082 _a570 BIO
100 _a Nick Battey [ Editor ]
245 _a30-Second Biology: The 50 most thought-provoking theories of life, each explained in half a minute
260 _a Lewes, East Sussex
_bIvy Press
_c2016
300 _a 159 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 23 cm.
490 _a 30-second.
505 _a Life -- Genes -- Genes to organisms -- Growth & reproduction -- Energy & nutrition -- Evolution -- Ecology.
520 _a 30-Second Biology tackles the vital science of life, dissecting the 50 most thought-provoking theories of our ecosystem and ourselves. At a time when discoveries in DNA allow us to feel more connected than ever to the natural world, this is the fastest route to an understanding of the tree of life. Whether you're dipping into the gene pool, unlocking cells, or conversing on biodiversity, this is all the knowledge you need to bring life to the dinner-party debate. The 50 most important ideas and innovations in biology dissected and explained clearly without the clutter. The fastest way to learn about cells, reproduction, animals, plants, evolution and ecosystems.
650 _a Biology.
700 _aM Fellowes; Steve Rawlings
942 _cBK