11th Hour: Introduction to Molecular Biology

ISBN-13: 9780632043798 / Angielski / Miękka / 2000 / 202 str.

Blackwell Science; Deanna Raineri;Raineri

Opis

The 11th Hour Series is designed to be used when a textbook doesn''t make sense, when the course content is tough, or when you just want a better grade in the course. The authors cut through the fluff, get to what you need to know, and then help you understand it.

• Clinical correlations or everyday applications include examples from the real world to help students understand key concepts more readily.
  
• Dedicated web page, there 24 hours a day, will give extra help, tips, warnings of trouble spots, extra visuals and more.
  
• A quick check on what background students will need to apply helps equip them to conquer a topic.
  
• The most important information is highlighted and explained, showing the big picture and eliminating the guesswork.
  
• After every topic and every chapter, lots of opportunity for drill is provided in every format, multiple choice, true/false, short answer, essay.
  
• An easy trouble spot identifier demonstrates which areas need to be reinforced and where to find information on them.
  
• Practice midterms and finals prep them for the real thing.

Spis treści

11th Hour Guide to Success.

Preface.

DNA: The Genetic Material.

From DNA to RNA: The Process of Transcription.

From Messenger RNA to Protein: The Process of Translation.

Mutations..

MIDTERM EXAM.

Regulation of Gene Expression in Bacteria.

Regulation of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes.

Recombinant DNA..

FINAL EXAM.

Index.

Blurb

The clock is ticking

Midterms or finals approaching?

Struggling to get a grip on your course?

Want a "can t miss" way to pass your exams?

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Prepare to Learn the Essential Background topics at the beginning of each chapter will alert you to concepts that you ll want to master in order to conquer the subject.

Learn What You Need to Know Key Points identify the most important concepts and highlight what you really need to know and understand.

Stay Focused clear, brief explanations of difficult subjects will keep you involved and make it easy to stay focused on learning exactly what is necessary.

Easy to Understand see how the information that you re learning will be used in a practical, real life setting with the Clinical Correlations & Applications provided in each chapter.

Increase Your Test Taking Confidence

Test taking drills are provided in the Topic Tests & Chapter Tests within each chapter and in all formats multiple choice, true/false, short answer, essay questions. Check your progress by reviewing the answers and explanations.

Sample midterm & final exams are cumulative and are very similar to actual exams pass these tests and you re ready to move on.

Study Smart once you ve completed a chapter, use the Check Your Performance diagram to identify those area where you should spend more time.

Need Extra Help? Go Online! Look for the icons in the text to direct you to more information on the 11th Hour s Dedicated Web Page.