TY - BOOK AU - Penecilla, Gerard L., AU - Valmonte,Ligaya D. AU - Fandialan Monina M. AU - Formacion,Minda J. AU - Sandoval,Aurea Marie M. AU - Esmeralda Nehlia P. TI - Basic concepts in biology SN - 9714203341 U1 - 570 PY - 2003/// CY - Bulacan PB - Trinitas Publishing, KW - Biology N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Study of living organisms -- The basis of life -- Organismic structure and function -- Reproduction and development -- Diversity of living organisms : taxonomic features -- Ecosystems : structure and functions -- Evolution N2 - Basic concepts in biology is as rich and up-to-date as any book on biology, local or foreign, but with a difference! Living systems structures, their roles, functions, interrelationships, and their significance are explored from the lush environment of Philippine experience. The book draws examples from Philippine flora and fauna, for example, and features the research endeavors of the universities of their authors. Supplementary readings, discussions and applications of science in modern life enrich each chapter and make Biology pulsate to the beat of living organisms and everyday life. Summaries, review exercises and suggested activities at the end of each chapter assist the teacher, every step of the way, teach and draw student interest in the magical, marvelous world of this living science. ER -