Genetics : unlocking the secrets of life / by Jillian Lockere.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lokere, Jillian, Author.

Contributor:

Borrello, Mark E., consultant.

Series:

History of science (Essential Library (Firm))

History of science Genetics

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Genetics--History.

Genetics.

DNA.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).

Place of Publication:

Minneapolis, Minnesota : Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, [2015]

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This title presents the history of genetics. Vivid text details how early studies of heredity and genes led to our modern understanding of how DNA works. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible. Useful sidebars, rich images, and a glossary help readers understand the science and its importance. Maps and diagrams provide context for critical discoveries in the field. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title

Title Page

Credits

Contents

Chatper One: The Human Genome Project

Chapter Two: A Gardener Discovers Genes

Chapter Three: Making Sense of Mendel

Chapter Four: Mapping Genes to Chromosomes

Chapter Five: Genes, Proteins, and DNA

Chapter Six: The Double Helix

Chapter Seven: Cracking the Code of Life

Chapter Eight: Editing the Words of Life

Chapter Nine: The Future of Genetics

Timeline

Essential Facts

Glossary

Additional Resources

Source Notes

Index

About the Author

Back Cover.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781629691329

1629691321

OCLC:

910668258