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`lives up to its expectations; the entries are concise, but explanatory. Cross-referencing and diagrammatic illustrations are welcome, additional features.' Biologist

`ideally suited to students of biology, at either secondary or university level, or as a general reference source for anyone with an interest in the life sciences.' Journal of Anatomy

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Fully revised and updated, this fourth edition is the perfect guide for those studying biology. Containing many new entries, and now with biographical entries on key scientists, it provides comprehensive coverage of biology, biophysics, and biochemistry.

-Over 4,000 clear and concise entries

-New entries include heat-shock protein, zinc finger, integrated pest management, and oxidative burst

-Feature articles on important topics, such as genetically modified organisms

-Chronologies chart the discoveries in the main fields of the subject

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Paperback: 656 pages
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 4 edition (May 18, 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0192801023
ISBN-13: 978-0192801029
Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 1.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,405,055 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Essential for students or those with an interest in biology, July 15, 2000

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Studying year 12 biology myself, I've found this book invaluable for looking up terms, clarifying uncertainties, etc. The comprehensive list of defintions are concise, but you may find yourself looking up a word from the definition of the term you looked up just to understand the defintion if you're not too well-versed on biological terms (hence the usefulness of this book!) Anyway, my limited vocabulary of scientific terms aside, this book is great for those who are studying, or who just have an interest in all things living and want to use the correct terminology to express it, or for those who just want to understand someone else's scientific gobbly-gook.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, concise dictionary, November 22, 2006

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This is the best dictionary that I have ever purchased. The dictionary has EVERYTHING that a college biology major (or biology professional) needs. The definitions are thorough and extremely well written. The dictionary itself is organized perfectly. Everything about this dictionary is great--inside and out! A must-buy for any biology student, teacher or anyone else who is interested in the subject.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great if you are doing A levels!, February 24, 2002

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I needed help on terms in both my PE and Biology a levels so I got this. This dictionary gives easy to understand definitions. It comes with cross referencing and a couple of diagrams. It has extra tables and classifications in the back and goes beyond the A level stuff aswell. Worth every penny.

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