Biology Demystified

Say goodbye to dry presentations, grueling formulas, and abstract theory that would put Einstein to sleep--now there's an easier way to master chemistry, biology, trigonometry, and geometry. McGraw-Hill's Demystified Series teaches complex subjects in a unique, easy-to-absorb manner and is designed for users without formal training, unlimited time, or genius IQs.Organized like self-teaching guides, they come complete with key points, background information, questions at the end of each chapter, and final exams. There's no better way to gain instant expertise!ABOUT BIOLOGY DEMYSTIFIED: A college biology professor presents the fundamental facts, concepts, and principles of biology in an attractive and amusing framework Great for anyone with an interest in biology, biotechnology, medicine, or the environment Coverage includes both the anatomy and physiology of organisms as well as ecology and environmental relationships between organisms Includes a pronunciation guide for difficult biological terms

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PREFACEPART 1: GETTING READY FOR BIOLOGYChapter 1. The Coming of BiologyChapter 2. Patterns of LifeChapter 3. Evolution: From Dawn to DarwinTest: Part 1PART 2: THE UNIVERSAL BUILDING BLOCKS OF LIFEChapter 4. Chemicals: The Tiniest BlocksChapter 5. Cells: The "Little Chambers" in Plants and AnimalsTest: Part 2PART 3: THE FIVE KINGDOMS OF LIFE, PLUS VIRUSESChapter 6. Bacteria and the "Homeless" VirusesChapter 7. The Protists: "First of All"Chapter 8. The Fungi: Not Just Mushrooms!Chapter 9. The Plants: "Kings and Queens" of the World of GreenChapter 10. Invertebrates As Special Animals: "Have You No Spine?"Chapter 11. The Arthropods: No Jointed Backbone, but "Jointed Feet"Chapter 12. The Chordata: Animals with a "Chord" In Their "Back"Test: Part 3PART 4: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF ANIMALSChapter 13. Skins and SkeletonsChapter 14. The Neuromuscular (Nerve-Muscle) ConnectionChapter 15. Glands and Their Hormone MessengersChapter 16. Blood and the Circulatory SystemChapter 17. Immune and Lymphatic Systems: "The Best Survival Offense Is a Good Defense!"Chapter 18. The Respiratory System: Breath of LifeChapter 19. "Getting the Goodies": Nutrition and the Digestive SystemChapter 20. Urine and (Gulp!) Sex in AnimalsTest: Part 4Final ExamAppendix: Answers to Quiz, Test, and Final Exam QuestionsIndex