Plant Biology

Author : Alison M. Smith
Publisher : Garland Science
ISBN 13 : 1136977457
Total Pages : 664 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Plant Biology written by Alison M. Smith and published by Garland Science. This book was released on 2009-04-30 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plant Biology is a new textbook written for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students. It is an account of modern plant science, reflecting recent advances in genetics and genomics and the excitement they have created. The book begins with a review of what is known about the origins of modern-day plants. Next, the special features of plant genomes and genetics are explored. Subsequent chapters provide information on our current understanding of plant cell biology, plant metabolism, and plant developmental biology, with the remaining three chapters outlining the interactions of plants with their environments. The final chapter discusses the relationship of plants with humans: domestication, agriculture and crop breeding. Plant Biology contains over 1,000 full color illustrations, and each chapter begins with Learning Objectives and concludes with a Summary.

Author : Martin J. Hodson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119945062
Total Pages : 577 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Functional Biology of Plants written by Martin J. Hodson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-04-26 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Functional Biology of Plants provides students and researchers with a clearly written, well structured whole plant physiology text. Early in the text, it provides essential information on molecular and cellular processes so that the reader can understand how they are integrated into the development and function of the plant at whole-plant level. Thus, this beautifully illustrated book, presents a modern, applied integration of whole plant and molecular approaches to the study of plants. It is divided into four parts: Part 1: Genes and Cells, looks at the origins of plants, cell structure, biochemical processes and genes and development. Part 2: The Functioning Plant, describes the structure and function of roots, stems, leaves, flowers and seed and fruit development. Part 3: Interactions and Adaptations, examines environmental and biotic stresses and how plants adapt and acclimatise to these conditions. Part 4: Future Directions, illustrates the great importance of plant research by looking at some well chosen, topical examples such as GM crops, biomass and bio-fuels, loss of plant biodiversity and the question of how to feed the planet. Throughout the book there are text boxes to illustrate particular aspects of how humans make use of plants, and a comprehensive glossary proves invaluable to those coming to the subject from other areas of life science.

Author : James D. Mauseth
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN 13 : 9781284157376
Total Pages : 844 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Botany: An Introduction to Plant Biology written by James D. Mauseth and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2019-09-26 with total page 844 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Botany: An Introduction to Plant Biology, Seventh Edition provides a modern and comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of botany while retaining the important focus of natural selection, analysis of botanical phenomena, and diversity.

Author : Louis M. Schoonhoven
Publisher : Oxford University Press on Demand
ISBN 13 : 019852594X
Total Pages : 441 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Insect-Plant Biology written by Louis M. Schoonhoven and published by Oxford University Press on Demand. This book was released on 2005-12 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Half of all insect species are dependent on living plant tissues, consuming about 10% of plant annual production in natural habitats and an even greater percentage in agricultural systems, despite sophisticated control measures. Plants are generally remarkably well-protected against insect attack, with the result that most insects are highly specialized feeders. The mechanisms underlying plant resistance to invading herbivores on the one side, and insect food specialization on the other, are the main subjects of this book. For insects these include food-plant selection and the complex sensory processes involved, with their implications for learning and nutritional physiology, as well as the endocrinological aspects of life cycle synchronization with host plant phenology. In the case of plants exposed to insect herbivores, they include the activation of defence systems in order to minimize damage, as well as the emission of chemical signals that may attract natural enemies of the invading herbivores and may be exploited by neighbouring plants that mount defences as well." "Insect-Plant Biology discusses the operation of these mechanisms at the molecular and organismal levels, in the context of both ecological interactions and evolutionary relationships. In doing so, it uncovers the highly intricate antagonistic and mutualistic interactions that have evolved between plants and insects. The book concludes with a chapter on the application of our knowledge of insect-plant interactions to agricultural production." "This multidisciplinary approach will appeal to students in agricultural entomology, plant sciences, ecology, and indeed anyone interested in the principles underlying the relationships between the two largest groups of organisms on earth: plants and insects."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080528392
Total Pages : 616 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book C4 Plant Biology written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1998-12-21 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to many issues related to long-term carbon dynamics, an improved understanding of the biology of C4 photosynthesis is required by more than the traditional audience of crop scientists, plant physiologists, and plant ecologists. This work synthesizes the latest developments in C4 biochemistry, physiology, systematics, and ecology. The book concludes with chapters discussing the role of C4 plants in the future development of the biosphere, particularly their interactive effects on soil, hydrological, and atmospheric processes.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309046793
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Plant Biology Research and Training for the 21st Century written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1992-02-01 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Faster progress in plant biology research could benefit agriculture, the environment, medicine, and our understanding of basic biological processes. This book clearly and directly describes the impediments to greater achievements in plant science and suggests solutions. It presents an innovative plan that would create a comprehensive federal system of management and financial support for plant biology research and training.

Author : James D. Mauseth
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1284077535
Total Pages : 829 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Botany written by James D. Mauseth and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2016-07-06 with total page 829 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Sixth Edition of Botany: An Introduction to Plant Biology provides a modern and comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of botany while retaining the important focus of natural selection, analysis of botanical phenomena, and diversity.

Author : Gokhan Hacisalihoglu
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book From Growing to Biology written by Gokhan Hacisalihoglu and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Randy O. Wayne
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 012814372X
Total Pages : 740 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Plant Cell Biology written by Randy O. Wayne and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-11-13 with total page 740 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plant Cell Biology, Second Edition: From Astronomy to Zoology connects the fundamentals of plant anatomy, plant physiology, plant growth and development, plant taxonomy, plant biochemistry, plant molecular biology, and plant cell biology. It covers all aspects of plant cell biology without emphasizing any one plant, organelle, molecule, or technique. Although most examples are biased towards plants, basic similarities between all living eukaryotic cells (animal and plant) are recognized and used to best illustrate cell processes. This is a must-have reference for scientists with a background in plant anatomy, plant physiology, plant growth and development, plant taxonomy, and more. Includes chapter on using mutants and genetic approaches to plant cell biology research and a chapter on -omic technologies Explains the physiological underpinnings of biological processes to bring original insights relating to plants Includes examples throughout from physics, chemistry, geology, and biology to bring understanding on plant cell development, growth, chemistry and diseases Provides the essential tools for students to be able to evaluate and assess the mechanisms involved in cell growth, chromosome motion, membrane trafficking and energy exchange

Author : Patricia J. Rand
Publisher : Cliffs Notes
ISBN 13 : 9780764585609
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book CliffsQuickReview Plant Biology written by Patricia J. Rand and published by Cliffs Notes. This book was released on 2001-02-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CliffsQuickReview course guides cover the essentials of your toughest subjects. Get a firm grip on core concepts and key material, and test your newfound knowledge with review questions. Whether you need a course supplement, help preparing for a physics exam, or a concise reference for biology, CliffsQuickReview Plant Biology can help. This guide provides a valuable introduction to the concepts of roots, stems, leaves, flowers and fruit. In no time, you'll be ready to tackle other concepts in this book such as Cell division Energy and plant metabolism Plant evolution Fungi and viruses Biogeochemical cycles Plant geography CliffsQuickReview Plant Biology acts as a supplement to your other learning materials. Use this reference in any way that fits your personal style for study and review — you decide what works best with your needs. You can flip through the book until you find what you're looking for — it's organized to gradually build on key concepts. You can also get a feel for the scope of the book by checking out the Contents pages that give you a chapter-by-chapter list of topics. Tabs at the top of each page that tell you what topic is being covered. Keywords in boldface type. Heading and subheading structure that breaks sections into clearly identifiable bites of information. With titles available for all the most popular high school and college courses, CliffsQuickReview guides are a comprehensive resource that can help you get the best possible grades.