Campbell Biology with MasteringBiology® (9th Edition)

Campbell Biology with MasteringBiology (9th Edition) - ISBN 9780321558145 is an entry-level material for students of the natural sciences. Authors Jane B. Reece, Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, and Robert B. Jackson offer a well-written book on the essential concepts of this field, covering fundamental topics such as the cell, genetics, and the chemistry of life to more advanced subjects such as the mechanism and history of evolution. It also offers informative units on animal and plant forms and functions, as well as ecology while encouraging students to connect the key concepts of one topic to another. The Campbell Biology with MasteringBiology (9th Edition) has been a favorite of instructors for decades. This new edition has been revised to include new sections and visual aids. To make self-study easier, it incorporates comprehensive summaries of crucial concepts and lets students assess themselves by answering thought-provoking questions. It is also linked to a tutorial program online. May critics say that this edition is the most thorough yet, as Reece/ Urry/ Cain/ Wasserman/ Minorsky/ Jackson have done a great deal of research to ensure accuracy and a smooth flow of information. Frameworks are chopped down to smaller bits for easier understanding, helping students grasp the entire concept of biology by mastering its parts. Unlike other textbooks on the subject, Campbell Biology with MasteringBiology (9th Edition) is approachable and does not overwhelm; it is designed to introduce biology to beginners by highlighting important concepts and encouraging them to associate the ideas they have learned using the supplementary questions after each chapter. Readers are also given access to the MasteringBiology website where the newest researches and related e-books are available.