Frank R. Spellman

Biology for Nonbiologists (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The list keeps growing! The latest in Government Institutes' "non-specialist" series, Biology for Nonbiologists continues the tradition established by Toxicology for Non-Toxicologists and Chemistry for Nonchemists, by providing environmental and occupational-safety-and-health practitioners and students with a comprehensive overview of the principles and concepts of modern biology. Covering everything from basic chemistry principles and the consequences of biology's interaction with the environment to basic biological principles and applications, this convenient handbook provides a quick course on the science of biology. You'll gain an understanding of and skill in biological principles and learn key biology concepts, concerns, and practices without spending weeks in a classroom. Biology for Nonbiologists focuses on three areas: environmental biology and ecology as they apply to environmental regulatory compliance programs, human biology, and community and ecosystem dynamics. However, it also covers all major biological themes, including the cellular basis for life, the interactions of organisms, and the evolutionary process of all beings. The author explains scientific concepts with little reference to mathematics and physical science and little technical language, making the text easier to understand and more engaging for non-science readers. To further demystify the science, Spellman also lists and defines essential biology terms and terms not often used in the environmental and safety fields. Special study aids, including end-of-chapter reviews and checkmarks that highlight important points, enhance learning and allow readers to evaluate their understanding of the concepts presented.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Bloomsbury eBooks US
• Seitenzahl: 292
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Juli 2007
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781591919599
• Artikelnr.: 38325116

Autorenporträt

Frank R. Spellman, PhD, is a retired assistant professor of environmental health at Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, and the author of more than 136 books covering topics ranging from concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) to all areas of environmental science and occupational health. Many of his texts are readily available online, and several have been adopted for classroom use at major universities throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Russia; two have been translated into Spanish for South American markets. Dr. Spellman has been cited in more than 550 publications. He serves as a professional expert witness for three law groups and as an incident/accident investigator for the U.S. Department of Justice and a northern Virginia law firm. In addition, he consults on homeland security vulnerability assessments for critical infrastructures including water/wastewater facilities nationwide and conducts pre-Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)/Environmental Protection Agency EPA audits throughout the country. Dr. Spellman lectures on sewage treatment, water treatment, and homeland security and lectures and safety topics throughout the country and teaches water/wastewater operator short courses at Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, Virginia). He surveyed the drinking water ancient distribution system at Machu Picchu and studied Darwin's Finches in the Galapagos Islands. In addition, he studied water pollution in Coco, Ecuador. He holds a BA, in public administration, a BS in business management, an MBA, and an MS and PhD in environmental engineering.

Inhaltsangabe

Part I 1 General Biological Principles
Chapter 1 2 Introduction
Chapter 2 3 Chemistry
Chapter 3 4 Cells: The Fundamental Units of Life
Chapter 4 5 Energy
Chapter 5 6 Cell Cycle & Genetics
Chapter 6 7 Biological Diversity
Part II 8 Human Biology
Chapter 7 9 Tissues, Organs, and Organ Systems
Chapter 8 10 Integumentary System
Chapter 9 11 Circulatory System
Chapter 10 12 Lymphatic System
Chapter 11 13 Digestive System
Chapter 12 14 Nervous System
Chapter 13 15 Endocrine System
Chapter 14 16 Reproductive System
Chapter 15 17 Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 16 18 Respiratory System
Chapter 17 19 Urinary System
Chapter 18 20 Theories of Human Evolution
Part III 21 Introduction to Ecology
Chapter 19 22 Introduction to Ecology