Bibliograph

Inheritance and variation of traits, Don Rauf

Type

Label

Inheritance and variation of traits, Don Rauf

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrationsportraits

Index

index present

resource.interestGradeLevel

Grades 7-12

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Inheritance and variation of traits

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1008773937

Responsibility statement

Don Rauf

Series statement

Heredity and genetics

Summary

"She has her mother's eyes. He has his father's nose. People, animals, and plants inherit traits from their parents through their genes. Variations and new combinations of genes create the differences that make each individual unique. Through simplified explanations of complex scientific concepts, full-color images, and informative sidebars, this book supports the Next Generation Science Standards on heredity and inheritance of traits by discussing how genes are passed on through the generations, how variations occur, and how these genetic changes can help humans and other populations survive. A Further Reading section with current books and websites and a bibliography encourage further exploration of the subject."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

The genesis of genetics -- The fundamentals of inheritance -- Predicting the odds -- Going beyond Mendel's Laws -- Cell reproduction: passing on genetic info -- Reproduction leads to genetic variation -- Linkage: genetic travel companions -- Genetic engineering: the pursuit of a better world

Target audience

juvenile

Classification