This #1 selling non-majors microbiology textbook is praised for its straightforward presentation of complex topics, careful balance of concepts and applications, and proven art that teaches. In its Eleventh Edition, Tortora, Funke, and Case's Microbiology: An Introduction helps you make the connection between microbiology and human health. This edition continues to incorporate the latest in mic...(view full description)

Emphasises on function and evolution of vertebrates, and complete anatomical details. This text organizes vertebrate groups phylogenetically, and discusses their systems within such a context.

Offers an experimental approach to understanding genetics. By weaving one or two experiments into the narrative of each chapter, this title helps students to explore the scientific method and understand the genetic principles that have been learned from these experiments.

For undergraduate courses in Evolution. By presenting evolutionary biology as an ongoing research effort, this best-selling text aims to help students think like scientists. The authors convey the excitement and logic of evolutionary science by introducing principles through recent and classical studies, and by emphasizing real-world applications.

Features full coverage and discussions of the molecular advances. This title contains additional focus on agro-ecosystems as well as nutrition and quality.

Presents a description of the basic toxicological concepts and methodologies used in aquatic toxicity testing. This work discusses various factors that affect transport, transformation, ultimate distribution and accumulation of chemicals in the aquatic environment, along with the use of modeling to predict fate.

Enables students to go beyond rote memorization and prepares them to make important decisions in life that require an understanding of biology and the process of science.