Title:
Genetics for dummies / by Tara Rodden Robinson.
Author:
Robinson, T. R. (Tara Rodden)
Publication Information:
Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Pub., c2010.
Call Number:
RB155 .R66 2010
Abstract:
A practical guide that gets you up to speed on all the fundamentals and the most recent discoveries in genetics, in easy-to-understand terms. You'll see how people are applying genetic science to fight disease, develop new products, solve crimes-- and even clone cats!
Edition:
2nd ed.
ISBN:
9780470551745
Series:
--For dummies
--For dummies.
Physical Description:
xvi, 366 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
General Note:
Previous ed.: 2005.
Includes index.
Contents:
The lowdown on genetics : just the basics. What genetics is and why you need to know some ; Basic cell biology ; Visualize peas : discovering the laws of inheritance ; Law enforcement : Mendel's laws applied to complex traits ; Differences matter : the genetics of sex -- DNA : the genetic material. DNA, the basis of life ; Replication : copying your DNA ; Sequencing your DNA ; RNA : DNA's close cousin ; Translating the genetic code ; Gene expression : what a cute pair of genes -- Genetics and your health. Genetic counseling ; Mutation and inherited diseases : things you can't change ; Taking a closer look at the genetics of cancer ; Chromosome disorders : it's all a numbers game ; Treating genetic disorders with gene therapy -- Genetics and your world. Tracing human history and the future of the planet ; Solving mysteries using DNA ; Genetic makeovers : fitting new genes into plants and animals ; Cloning : you're one of a kind ; Giving ethical considerations their due -- The part of tens. Ten defining events in genetics ; Ten hot issues in genetics ; Ten hard-to-believe genetics stories.
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