Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (8th edition) by Audesirk, Audesirk, Byers

Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
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The number of biology-related issues in our society is growing constantly. This book helps readers digest a wealth of scientific information with relevant references and examples. Includes new Links to Life feature–ends each chapter on a relevant note with short, informally written segments on familiar topics, such as “Health Food.” Contains Earth Watch, Health Watch, and Scientific Inquiry Essays that introduce readers to the exploration of key environmental and health-related issues. Features a striking illustration program with consistent, strategic use of color, revised multi-part figures, and updated labels and captions. A fascinating reference for anyone interested in learning more about biological issues in our world.

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Review Date: June 27, 2002

Reviewer: ,

As a student, I think authors did a good job on explaining the subject. It doesn't go too details about every topics it covers but it seems that authors give more emphasis on some topics(should say more interesting ones). Every chapter opens up with a discussion or phenomenon that is addressed in the chapter or at the end of chapter. My university uses this book as a text for NON-MAJOR biology class. I read every single line(no joke) in the book and find the chapters to be stimulating, interesting and cover what students ought to know. The book comes with a CD that helped me out in the learning process (things like simulation of an event, figures, tips and techniques) . Very satisfied with this book.

Very interesting for any student

Review Date: April 12, 2001

Reviewer: Anton, Waterdown, ON Canada

This book is very comprehensive in explaining all aspects of Biology. It has wonderful charts and pictures and is a very good investment. Whether you are in school, high school, college, or University, it will offer a very detailed view of our life on earth. It even includes a CD-Rom, and activities and "tests" at the end of each chapter.

Fantastic to read

Review Date: August 19, 2001

Reviewer: ,

This book is great for the classroom and also for pleasure reading. It explains many topics in great detail and leaves the reader with a great understanding and enthusiasm for the topic. Even if you're not a student taking a class, this book is a great buy! The CD-ROM is useful, but not necessary. The content of the book is more than worth the cost! I HIGHLY recomend buying a used copy of this book and reading it!

Great starter!

Review Date: May 30, 2007

Reviewer: Breez, New York, USA

The book helped me a lot. I never had general biology before taking the exam. For best use, I read "Biology: Life on Earth" to give an overview of the topic and the major mechanisms behind it. Then, I used other textbooks which had much more details on the subject. This method worked well, for example, for DNA replication and Protein Synthesis on which "Biology: Life on Earth" seems to have left out some information. So this is a great biology "starter" and if you decide/need to know more, other in-depth textbooks will be helpful.

Easy to comprehend, good textbook.

Review Date: August 28, 2004

Reviewer: J.T. Student,

This textbook is a little easier to read than say Raven's Biology. Evolution, the cell and origin of life was explained with a lot of clarity. Although Raven's Biology is a very good book also, I found this book easier to comprehend. However, if you really want excellent test preparation questions get---
The Ultimate Study Guide for Biology: Key Review Questions and Answers with Explanations by Patrick Leonardi. It comes in three volumes. Each volume is great because it had great review questions that helped me to focus on what was important for my college biology tests.