Penguin Dictionary Of Biology, The (10th Edition) (Penguin Reference)

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Summary: Not for biologists
Review: I am not a scientist which is precisely why I love this book. I can look up practically any biological term and get an understandable yet complete and intelligent definition. I am amazed at how comprehensive this book is. Every possible term that I can think of seems to be included from "Aberrant chromosome behaviour" to "Zymogen." But, this book goes beyond the beautifully crafted definitions, it has wonderfully detailed drawings. I am so impressed that I don't know any literate person who would not benefit from having this reference on his or her shelf; even a biologist would be able to refresh on terminology. Great for students too! GREAT FOR EVERYONE!

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Summary: Excellent and very comprehensive biological science book
Review: I am not a scientist which is precisely why I love this book. I can look up practically any biological term and get an understandable yet complete and intelligent definition. I am amazed at how comprehensive this book is. Every possible term that I can think of seems to be included from "Aberrant chromosome behaviour" to "Zymogen." But, this book goes beyond the beautifully crafted definitions, it has wonderfully detailed drawings. I am so impressed that I don't know any literate person who would not benefit from having this reference on his or her shelf; even a biologist would be able to refresh on terminology. Great for students too! GREAT FOR EVERYONE!

Rating:
Summary: Not for biologists
Review: I'm an upper level biology major at a 4-year university, and I think every term that I looked up was not in this book. Maybe it would be fine for people who know absolutely nothing about biology, but if you're looking for a book to give you something a little extra other than your biology text book, this is not it.