Inquiry into life / Sylvia S. Mader.

Contents;

1 The Study of Life

Part I Cell Biology
2 The Molecules of Cells
3 Cell Structure and Function
4 Membrane Structure and Function
5 Cell Division
6 Metabolism: Energy and Enzymes
7 Cellular Respiration

Part II Plant Biology
8 Photosynthesis
9 Plant Organization
10 Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development

Part III Maintenance of the Human Body
11 Human Organization
12 Digestive System and Nutrition
13 Cardiovascular System
14 Lymphatic and Immune Systems
15 Respiratory System
16 Urinary System and Excretion

Part IV Integration and Control of the Human Body
17 Nervous System
18 Senses
19 Musculoskeletal System
20 Endocrine System

Part V Continuance of the Species
21 Reproductive System
22 Development and Aging
23 Patterns of Gene Inheritance
24 Patterns of Chromosome Inheritance
25 Molecular Basis of Inheritance
26 Biotechnology

Part VI Evolution and Diversity
27 Evolution of Life
28 Microbiology
29 Plants
30 Animals: Part I
31 Animals: Part II

Part VII Behavior and Ecology
32 Animal Behavior
33 Population Growth and Regulation
34 Ecosystems and Human Interferences
35 The Biosphere
36 Conservation of Biodiversity

Includes bibliographical references and index.