From Mendel's Peas to Genetic Fingerprinting
From Mendel's Peas to Genetic Fingerprinting

Author: Sally Morgan

Publisher: Capstone Classroom

Published: 2008-01-31

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781432907020

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This series looks at developments, inventions and discoveries in science and how a discovery or invention by one individual acn lead to a series of discoveries by others and even a chain of scientific breakthroughs. Each book charts a few connected developments in the particular field of science from first discoveries through to current applications.

Using Genetic Technology
Using Genetic Technology

Author: Andrew Solway

Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9781432918378

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Explains the potential benefits and risks of technologies such as gene therapy, and how scientists can alter an organism by altering its genetic make-up.

Introduction to Genetics
Introduction to Genetics

Author: Carol Hand

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2010-08-15

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 1435895312

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Provides an introduction to genetics, including information on the Punnett Square, inheritance patterns and alleles, mitosis, and gene mapping.

DNA & Genetic Engineering
DNA & Genetic Engineering

Author: Robert Snedden

Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library

Published: 2007-08-25

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 9781432900328

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This title explains how DNA is put together and how its code is read and acted upon by the cell to make proteins. This book explores genetic engineering and gene therapy as well as the highly controversial areas of stem cell research and cloning. Up-to-date examples are given, such as the recent use of blood from a baby¹s umbilical cord to provide stem cells for the testing of new drugs.

The Role of Genes
The Role of Genes

Author: Eve Hartman

Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781410932402

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Why do people look like their parents? What is a double helix? Are mutations helpful or harmful? The visually stimulating 'Sci-Hi' books take learning science core curriculum to a whole new exciting level. Each title explores an area of life, physical, or earth science in a way that is both engaging and comprehensive.

Cell Division and Genetics
Cell Division and Genetics

Author: Robert Snedden

Publisher: Capstone Classroom

Published: 2007-08-25

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781432900373

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Discusses cell division, DNA, chromosomes, and genes, including how these factors decide what will become of a cell.

From DNA to GM Wheat
From DNA to GM Wheat

Author: John Farndon

Publisher: Capstone Classroom

Published: 2008-01-31

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781432906986

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This series looks at developments, inventions and discoveries in science and how a discovery or invention by one individual acn lead to a series of discoveries by others and even a chain of scientific breakthroughs. Each book charts a few connected developments in the particular field of science from first discoveries through to current applications.

Traits and Attributes
Traits and Attributes

Author: Natalie Hyde

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company

Published: 2009-08

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780778749493

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Helps children understand genetic traits and how they are passed from parent to offspring, explaining genes, chromosomes, and DNA.

Inheritance and Reproduction
Inheritance and Reproduction

Author: Jen Green

Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library

Published: 2013-07

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 143297808X

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All living things reproduce, and they pass on inherited traits to their offspring. This book explores the different ways that plants and animals produce offspring, and how they pass on traits from one generation to the next.

From Microscopes to Stem Cell Research
From Microscopes to Stem Cell Research

Author: Sally Morgan

Publisher: Capstone Classroom

Published: 2008-01-31

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781432907006

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This series looks at developments, inventions and discoveries in science and how a discovery or invention by one individual acn lead to a series of discoveries by others and even a chain of scientific breakthroughs. Each book charts a few connected developments in the particular field of science from first discoveries through to current applications.