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Living by Chemistry (Second Edition)
by Angelica M. Stacy Janice A. Coonrod Jennifer ClaesgensIn this course, you will actively participate in uncovering the chemistry in the laboratory and in the world around you.
Living Construction (Bio Design)
by Martyn Dade-RobertsonModern biotechnologies give us unprecedented control of the fundamental building blocks of life. For designers, across a range of disciplines, emerging fields such as synthetic biology offer the promise of new sustainable materials and structures which may be grown, are self-assembling, are self-healing and adaptable to change. While there is a thriving speculative discourse on the future of design in the age of biotechnology, there are few realized design applications. This book, the first in the Bio Design series, acts as a bridge between design speculation and scientific reality and between contemporary design thinking, in areas such as architecture, product design and fashion design, and the traditional engineering approaches which currently dominate bio technologies. Filled with real examples, Living Construction reveals how living cells construct and transform materials through methods of fabrication and assembly at multiple scales and how designers can utilize these processes.
The Living Cosmos: Our Search for Life in the Universe
by Chris ImpeyAstrobiology, the study of life in space, is one of today's fastest growing and most popular fields of science. In this compelling, accessible, and elegantly reasoned new book, award-winning scholar and researcher Chris Impey explores the foundations of this rapidly developing discipline, where it's going, and what it's likely to find. The journey begins with the earliest steps of science, gaining traction through the revelations of the Renaissance, including Copernicus's revolutionary declaration that the Earth was not the center of the universe but simply a planet circling the sun. But if Earth is not the only planet, it is so far the only living one that we know of. In fascinating detail, The Living Cosmos reveals the incredible proliferation and variety of life on Earth, paying special tribute to some of its hardiest life forms, extremophiles, a dizzying array of microscopic organisms compared, in Impey's wise and humorous prose, to superheroes that can survive extreme heat and cold, live deep within rocks, or thrive in pure acid. From there, Impey launches into space, where astrobiologists investigate the potential for life beyond our own world. Is it to be found on Mars, the "death planet" that has foiled most planetary missions, and which was wet and temperate billions of years ago? Or on Venus, Earth's "evil twin," where it rains sulfuric acid and whose heat could melt lead? ("Whoever named it after the goddess of love had a sorry history of relationships.") The answer may lie in a moon within our Solar System, or it may be found in one of the hundreds of extra-solar planets that have already been located. The Living Cosmos sees beyond these explorations, and imagines space vehicles that eschew fuel for solar- or even nuclear-powered rockets, all sent by countries motivated by the millions to be made in space tourism. But The Living Cosmos is more than just a riveting work about experiment and discovery. It is also an affecting portrait of the individuals who have devoted their lives to astrobiology. Illustrated throughout, The Living Cosmos is a revelatory book about a science that is changing our view of the universe, a mesmerizing guide to what life actually means and where it may--or may not--exist, and a stunning work that explains our past as it predicts our future.
Living Detroit: Environmental Activism in an Age of Urban Crisis (Routledge Equity, Justice and the Sustainable City series)
by Brandon M. WardIn Living Detroit, Brandon M. Ward argues that environmentalism in postwar Detroit responded to anxieties over the urban crisis, deindustrialization, and the fate of the city. Tying the diverse stories of environmental activism and politics together is the shared assumption environmental activism could improve their quality of life. Detroit, Michigan, was once the capital of industrial prosperity and the beacon of the American Dream. It has since endured decades of deindustrialization, population loss, and physical decay – in short, it has become the poster child for the urban crisis. This is not a place in which one would expect to discover a history of vibrant expressions of environmentalism; however, in the post-World War II era, while suburban, middle-class homeowners organized into a potent force to protect the natural settings of their communities, in the working-class industrial cities and in the inner city, Detroiters were equally driven by the impulse to conserve their neighborhoods and create a more livable city, pushing back against the forces of deindustrialization and urban crisis. Living Detroit juxtaposes two vibrant and growing fields of American history which often talk past each other: environmentalism and the urban crisis. By putting the two subjects into conversation, we gain a richer understanding of the development of environmental activism and politics after World War II and its relationship to the crisis of America’s cities. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars in environmental, urban, and labor history.
Living Downstream: An Ecologist's Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment
by Sandra SteingraberThe first edition of Living Downstream-an exquisite blend of precise science and engaging narrative-set a new standard for scientific writing. Poet, biologist, and cancer survivor, Steingraber uses all three kinds of experience to investigate the links between cancer and environmental toxins.The updated science in this exciting new edition strengthens the case for banning poisons now pervasive in our air, our food, and our bodies. Because synthetic chemicals linked to cancer come mostly from petroleum and coal, Steingraber shows that investing in green energy also helps prevent cancer. Saving the planet becomes a matter of saving ourselves and an issue of human rights. A documentary film based on the book will coincide with publication.
The Living Earth: Student Edition
by Tracey GreenwoodBIOZONE's new integrated titles for the Next Generation Science Standards for California Public Schools (CA NGSS) have been designed and written following the High School Three- Course Model. Each of these phenomena-based titles integrates a three-dimensional approach to provide an engaging, relevant, and rigorous program of instruction. Departing from the more traditional approach of BIOZONE's Non-Integrated Series, the Integrated Series offers a learning experience anchored in student-relevant phenomena and problems.
The Living Earth (HMH Science: California Dimensions)
by Stephen NowickiThe Living Earth: Integrating Biology and Earth Science answers. Shed the societal and cultural narratives holding you back and let free step-by-step The Living Earth: Integrating Biology and Earth Science textbook solutions reorient your old paradigms.
The Living Energy Universe: A Fundament Discovery Transforms Science and Medicine
by Gary E. Schwartz Linda G. S. RussekThis book presents the idea that everything, at every level of existence, is alive, remembers, and evolves. Schwartz and Russek's systemic memory hypothesis is proposed to explain not only many puzzles in conventional science, but also major mysteries such as reflective self-awareness, homeopathy, survival after death, and psychic abilities. These authors gives serious consideration of these latter topics with a enthusiastic writing style.
The Living Environment: Prentice Hall Brief Review for the New York Regents Exam
by John Bartsch Mary P. ColvardThe Living Environment: Prentice Hall Brief Review for the New York Regents Exam
The Living Environment: Holt Biology (New York Edition)
by Michael R. Heithaus Rob DesalleBiology, the study of life, directly applies to your health, life, and future in ways as simple as making daily food choices or as complex as deciding which career to pursue.
The Living Environment 2013 (Prentice Hall Brief Review For The New York Regents Exam)
by John Bartsch Mary P. ColvardThis book is designed to enhance review of the concepts, skills, and applications of The Living Environment Core Curriculum that may be tested on the Living Environment Regents Examination. For nearly all students, passing this examination will be a requirement for graduation from high school.
The Living Environment Biology
by AmscoDesigned specifically for the New York Regents exam, Reviewing the Living Environment provides systematic coverage of tested content, review questions for each standard, and extensive Regents exam practice. Features include abundant illustrations to enhance comprehension, content vocabulary defined in context, a glossary of terms, and much more. Recent Regents exams included in each student edition help ensure students' readiness for the test.
Living Environment Core Curriculum Workbook
by Charmian FosterUniquely complied to discuss the interaction and relationships between the different organism studied in their natural environment. <P> It covers the listed topics: <P> * Ecology and Human Impact<P> * Genetics<P> * Evolution<P> * Chemistry and Energy for Life<P> * Cells and Cells Processes<P> * Human Physiology, Reproduction, and Homeostasis<P> * Laboratory and Science Skills<P>
Living Environment Core Curriculum Workbook
by Charmian Foster William DocekalThis 2nd Edition workbook correlates with the current NYS Living Environment curriculum. The primary goal of this workbook is to provide students with essential information, strategies, vocabulary, and practice questions in order to pass the New York State Living Environment Regents. NEW to this edition: Expanded diagram for each unit. Now contains over 850 questions.
The Living Environment (NY Edition)
by Mcdougal LittelThis book covers Biology New York educational standards for grades 8 through 12.
The Living Environmental Education: Sound Science Toward a Cleaner, Safer, and Healthier Future (Sustainable Development Goals Series)
by Wei-Ta Fang Arba'at Hassan Ben A. LePageThis open access book is designed and written to bridge the gap on the critical issues identified in environmental education programs in Asian countries. The world and its environments are changing rapidly, and the public may have difficulty keeping up and understanding how these changes will affect our way of life. The authors discuss various topics and case studies from an Asian perspective, but the content, messaging, and lessons learned need not be limited to Asian cultures. Each chapter provides a summary of the intensive research that has been performed on pro-environmental behaviors, the experience of people working in industry and at home, and their philosophies that guide them in their daily lives. We highlight humanity’s potential to contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by understanding better the environmental psychology, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability and stewardship protection elements that contribute to responsible environmental citizenship. The content of the chapters in this book includes a discussion of the crucial issues, plans, and evaluations for sustainability theories, practices, and actions with a proposed management structure for maximizing the cultural, social, and ecological diversity of Asian experiences compared to other theories and cultures internationally. We intend that the data in this book will provide a comprehensive guide for students, professors, practitioners, and entrepreneurs of environmental education and its related disciplines using case studies that demonstrate the relationship between the social and behavioral sciences and environmental leadership and sustainability.
The Living Forest: A Visual Journey Into the Heart of the Woods
by Robert Llewellyn Joan Maloof“With precise, stunning photographs and a distinctly literary narrative that tells the story of the forest ecosystem along the way, The Living Forest is an invitation to join in the eloquence of seeing.” —Sierra Magazine From the leaves and branches of the canopy to the roots and soil of the understory, the forest is a complex, interconnected ecosystem filled with plants, birds, mammals, insects, and fungi. Some of it is easily discovered, but many parts remain difficult or impossible for the human eye to see. Until now. The Living Forest is a visual journey that immerses you deep into the woods. The wide-ranging photography by Robert Llewellyn celebrates the small and the large, the living and the dead, and the seen and the unseen. You’ll discover close-up images of owls, hawks, and turtles; aerial photographs that show herons in flight; and time-lapse imagery that reveals the slow change of leaves. In an ideal blend of art and scholarship, the 300 awe-inspiring photographs are supported by lyrical essays from Joan Maloof detailing the science behind the wonder.
Living Fossils: Clues To The Past
by Caroline ArnoldYou haven&’t changed a bit! Living fossils, or modern-day animals that very closely resemble their ancient relatives. Meet the coelacanth, horseshoe crab, dragonfly, tuatara, nautilus, and Hula painted frog. All are living fossils. Why have they changed so little over time, while other animals evolved or went extinct? Using contrasting "then" and "now" illustrations, veteran nonfiction writer Caroline Arnold alternates between a prehistoric creature in its native environment and its contemporary living-fossil counterpart. An amazing way to experience the ancient past! Back matter includes a time line, additional information about the six living fossils, a glossary, and suggestions for further reading.
Living Fossils (Evolution: The Grand Experiment, Vol. 2)
by Carl WernerIn 1938 the discovery of a large, unusual fish turned the scientific community on end. Dubbed a 'living fossil', the discovery of a coelacanth in a South African river shocked scientists around the world who thought this type of fish had died out millions of years prior during the process of evolution. Whether a shark, leaf, or crab, 'living fossils' are a challenge for evolutionary theorists, and create a fascinating debate among scholars. Do they indicate a younger earth than thought, placing the millions of years timeline in question? Or do they represent a deep mystery? In Living Fossils: Evolution, The Grand Experiment Volume 2 delves into these provocative questions and more. Teaches how science evaluates and classifies the creatures of the world we live in, both past and present. Unveils the surprises that often force a radical re-evaluation of scientific theory and assumption Hundreds of full-color photos. An exceptional follow-up to the popular first title in the series, Living Fossils is a unique and exciting educational resource, perfect for a standalone unit study or integration into your comprehensive education program. Use the series together to provide an in-depth opportunity to explore the origins of man and the world around us, and discover the truth of God's creation like never before.
The Living Galaxy: Winners and Losers in the Milky Way
by Eugenio Mieli Andrea Maria Valli Claudio MacconeThis book describes the possible distribution of life in the Milky Way. Our description is mathematical in order to be extrapolated from what we know that happened on Earth to what might have happened on the huge number of extrasolar planets existing in the Milky Way Galaxy. We use the statistical Drake equation, which identifies parameters for calculating the total number of life forms at all levels. While the original Drake equation (1961) contained seven factors only, we extend the number of factors to 50, thus incorporating much of the scientific knowledge about the Evolution of Life available in 2024. As such, this book aims at being a narrative of a series of events, starting with pre-life epochs and extending them into the present and into the future. This book, while well rooted in scientific and mathematical models, depicts the drama of life - whether it emerges and thrives or succumbs and vanishes. It's a tale of attempts, defeats, and progress, unfolding not along the scale of Human Lifetimes, but rather along the scale of Galactic Civilizations billion years long.
Living A Heart-Healthy Life
by Michael R. WilsonLearn more about good life choices that will lead to a healthy heart and a longer life. road to a a heart-healthy life.
Living in a Low-Carbon Society in 2050
by Horace HerringCombining theory, case studies and speculative fiction, a range of contributors, from leading UK academics to pioneering renewable activists, create a compelling picture of the potential perks and pitfalls of a low carbon future.
Living in a Microbial World: Garland Science Learning System Redemption Code
by Bruce HofkinAs with the first edition, this second edition of Living in a Microbial World is written for students taking a general microbiology course, or a microbiology-based course for non-science majors. The conversational style and use of practical, everyday examples make the essential concepts of microbiology accessible to a wide audience. While using this approach, the text maintains scientific rigor with clear explanations spanning the breadth of microbiology, including health, evolution, ecology, food production, biotechnology, and industrial processes. Each chapter contains a series of case studies based on microbiology in the news, in history, and in literature. There are questions at the end of each case study and the end of each chapter, as well as an online quiz with help on answering the questions. The text, questions, and cases have been updated to reflect the changing influence of microbiology in the world today, from the microbiome, to new disease outbreaks (Ebola and Zika) and antibiotic resistance, to new biotechnology tools (CRISPR-Cas).