Genetics : a conceptual approach /
Benjamin A. Pierce
- Seventh edition
- xxviii, 823 pages, various pagings : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index
Introduction to genetics -- Chromosomes and cellular reproduction -- Basic principles of heredity -- Sex determination and sex-linked characteristics -- Extensions and modifications of basic principles -- Pedigree analysis, applications, and genetic testing -- Linkage, recombination, and eukaryotic gene mapping -- Chromosome variation -- Bacterial and viral genetic systems -- DNA : the chemical nature of the gene -- Chromosome structure and organelle DNA -- DNA replication and recombination -- Transcription -- RNA molecules and RNA processing -- The genetic code and translation -- Control of gene expression in bacteria -- Control of gene expression in eukaryotes -- Gene mutations and DNA repair -- Molecular genetic analysis and biotechnology -- Genomics and proteomics -- Epigenetics -- Developmental genetics and immunogenetics -- Cancer genetics -- Quantitative genetics -- Population genetics -- Evolutionary genetics
"With Genetics: A Conceptual Approach, Ben Pierce brings a master teacher's experiences to the introductory genetics textbook, clarifying this complex subject by focusing on the big picture of genetics concepts and how those concepts connect to one another. The new 7th edition continues this mission by expanding upon the powerful pedagogy and tools that have made this title so successful. New question types, more learning guidelines for students, and an updated art program round out a powerful text."--Publisher's website