A History of the Life Sciences, Revised and ExpandedA clear and concise survey of the major themes and theories embedded in the history of life science, this book covers the development and significance of scientific methodologies, the relationship between science and society, and the diverse ideologies and current paradigms affecting the evolution and progression of biological studies. The author d |
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Contents
| 1 | |
| 39 | |
| 75 | |
The Foundations of Modern Science Institutions and Instruments | 115 |
Problems in Generation Preformation and Epigenesis | 151 |
Physiology | 203 |
Micorbiology Virology and Immunology | 241 |
Evolution | 297 |
Genetics | 367 |
Molecular Biology | 415 |
Index | 481 |
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| Title | A History of the Life Sciences, Revised and Expanded |
| Author | Lois N. Magner |
| Edition | 3, revised |
| Publisher | CRC Press, 2002 |
| ISBN | 0203911008, 9780203911006 |
| Length | 520 pages |
| Subjects | › › Medical / Administration Medical / General Science / Life Sciences / Evolution |
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