Nectaries and Nectar
Nectaries and Nectar

Author: Susan W. Nicolson

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-04-18

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 140205937X

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Nectar is the most important reward offered by plants to pollinating animals. This book is a modern and interdisciplinary text on nectar and nectaries, prompted by the expansion of knowledge in ecological and molecular fields, and the strong recent interest in pollination biology. The topics covered vary widely: they include historical aspects, the structure and ultrastructure of nectaries and relationships to plant systematics, the dynamics of nectar secretion, nectar chemistry and the molecular biology of defence proteins, and more.

The Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki: An Epic of Ancient India, Volume VII
The Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki: An Epic of Ancient India, Volume VII

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Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2018-09-11

Total Pages: 1544

ISBN-13: 0691182922

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The concluding volume of a critical English edition of the monumental Indian epic The seventh and final book of the monumental Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki, the Uttarakāṇḍa, brings the epic saga to a close with an account of the dramatic events of King Rāma’s millennia-long reign. It opens with a colorful history of the demonic race of the rākṣasas and the violent career of Rāma’s villainous foe Rāvaṇa, and later recounts Rāma’s grateful discharge of his allies in the great war at Lankā as well as his romantic reunion with his wife Sītā. But dark clouds gather as Rāma makes the agonizing decision to banish his beloved wife, now pregnant. As Rāma continues as king, marvelous tales and events unfurl, illustrating the benefits of righteous rule and the perils that await monarchs who fail to address the needs of their subjects. The Uttarakāṇḍa has long served as a point of social and religious controversy largely for its accounts of the banishment of Sītā, as well as of Rāma’s killing of a low-caste ascetic. This seventh volume in the critical edition and translation of the Vālmīki Rāmāyaṇa includes an extensive introduction and describes the complex reception history of the Uttarakāṇḍa, as well as exhaustive notes and a comprehensive bibliography.

The Most Complete Food Counter
The Most Complete Food Counter

Author: Annette B. Natow

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2010-08-31

Total Pages: 912

ISBN-13: 9780743464413

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Annette Natow and Jo-Ann Heslin, registered dietitians and authors of Pocket's many phenomenally successful "Counter" books, bring their astounding expertise to a superb encyclopedia of food values. The essential reference for everyday use, THE MOST COMPLETE FOOD COUNTER, 2nd Edition contains: * listings for calories, fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, sodium, calcium, vitamins A and C, and folic acid * more than 21,000 entries of individual food items--with no repetitions * listings for national and regional brand-name foods, vegetarian, ethnic, organic and take-out items * an A-to-Z dictionary of clearly defined terms, all in an easy, accessible format.

Butterfly or Moth
Butterfly or Moth

Author: Tamra Orr

Publisher: Cherry Lake

Published: 2019-08-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1534148817

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Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Butterfly or Moth book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between butterflies and moths. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.

Handbook of Flowering
Handbook of Flowering

Author: Abraham H. Halevy

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-02-01

Total Pages: 745

ISBN-13: 1351089471

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These volumes are an exhaustive source of information on the control and regulation of flowering. They present data on the factors controlling flower induction and how they may be affected by climate and chemical treatments. For each plant, specific information is provided on all aspects of flower development, including sex expression, requirements for flowering initiation and development, photoperiod, light density, vernalization, and other temperature effects and interactions. Individual species are described from the standpoint of juvenility and maturation, morphology, induction and morphogenesis to anthesis. All information is presented alphabetically for easy reference

The Gluten-Free Vegan
The Gluten-Free Vegan

Author: Susan O'Brien

Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books

Published: 2008-03-17

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0738212814

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From the author of Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free Cooking comes a cookbook featuring simple, delicious recipes that are both vegan and gluten-free. The Gluten-Free Vegan is a groundbreaking cookbook, combining both special diets for healthier, allergy-free eating. Millions of Americans have health conditions like celiac disease, fibromyalgia, or food allergies that require a gluten- and/or dairy-restricted diet. In addition, going vegetarian/vegan is fast becoming mainstream, and many vegans are also looking to cut gluten from their diet. The Gluten-Free Vegan offers solutions for anyone seeking a tasty approach to healthier eating. Quick, easy, and delicious recipes: Written by a food-allergy sufferer and gourmet cook, this collection includes more than 150 healthy recipes for a wide range of dishes that are both gluten-free and vegan. The cookbook also includes guidelines of each dietary restriction, information on sugars, raw foods and organic foods, advice on ingredient preparation, quick-cooking tips, and resources for easily finding ingredients.

What Is a Life Cycle?
What Is a Life Cycle?

Author: Louise Spilsbury

Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1622752325

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Each step of the life cycle for a variety of living creatures is covered in this book, guiding readers from the first stages of development for many plants and animals—including flowers, insects, fish, and mammals—through later phases and death. Also addressed are the different environments required for each step in the life cycle and the dangers these species may encounter throughout their lives. Critical thinking activities such as compare-and-contrast boxes help readers grasp general features of the life cycle and its peculiarities with each type of plant or animal.