THE GREEN WORLD explores the most interesting aspects of plant biology, with a focus of the interrelationships between plants and humans, as well as covering the important basics of plant anatomy and physiology. From agriculture to medicine to landscaping and floral arrangements, plants are an important part of everybody life all over the world. This new series examines the integral role plants play in ensuring the survival of other living beings, including humans. This unique series will answer all of your students scientific research questions. This series meets national science curriculum...

Presenting plants as photosynthetic machines, this book follows the flow of energy and carbon through the natural processes of photosynthesis and respiration, spotlighting the role plants play in balancing the global carbon budget.

Explore the natural process of plant development, from the plant as a single cell to a mature organism.

Look at the genetics of plants through historical scientific achievements, discussions of diversity, agricultural practices, and comparisons to animal and human genetics.

Find out about the basic chemistry, biology, physiology, and ecology of plant nutrition and how these topics relate to us on a personal, social, and global scale.

Discover the major ecological roles and dynamics of plants and their place in the environment.

This book surveys the world's green plant diversity, from green algae through flowering plants, in a taxonomic and evolutionary context.

Discover how cultures use plants for food, fuel, medicine, shelter, and religious ceremonies, and how scientists look to traditional remedies to fight disease.