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Genetics
Tara Rodden Robinson
(2010)
Sprog: Engelsk
om ca. 10 hverdage
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- Paperback: 384 sider
- Udgiver: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated (Maj 2010)
- ISBN: 9780470551745
Want to know more about genetics? This non-intimidating guidegets you up to speed on all the fundamentals and the most recentdiscoveries. Now with 25% new and revised material, Genetics ForDummies, 2nd Edition gives you clear and accessible coverage ofthis rapidly advancing field.
From dominant and recessive inherited traits to the DNAdouble-helix, you get clear explanations in easy-to-understandterms. Plus, you'll see how people are applying genetic science tofight disease, develop new products, solve crimes . . . and evenclone 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 ofgenetics
Whether you're currently enrolled in a genetics course or arejust looking for a refresher, Genetics For Dummies, 2ndEdition provides science lovers of all skill levels witheasy-to-follow information on this fascinating subject.
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 Inheritance37
Chapter 4: Law Enforcement: Mendel?s Laws Applied to ComplexTraits 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?tChange 187
Chapter 14: Taking a Closer Look at the Genetics of Cancer203
Chapter 15: Chromosome Disorders: It?s All a Numbers Game221
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 Planet251
Chapter 18: Solving Mysteries Using DNA 265
Chapter 19: Genetic Makeovers: Fitting New Genes into Plants andAnimals 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
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