biochemistry

A discussion of the role of decomposition in nature, covering bacteria, fungi, marine decomposers, composting, and digestive functions in animals, people, forests, and soil, with illustrations.

An exploration of genetic engineering that examines DNA, RNA, and proteins; and discusses structures, behaviors, and how chemistry and physics allow organic molecules to build tissues, organs, and organisms.

Provides an overview of biochemistry, discussing amino and nucleic acids, proteins, enzymes, lipids, biological membranes, metabolic pathways, photosynthesis, and the Human Genome Project.

"All living things need food to survive. From trees to bees, without food they would not be alive. Young readers will discover how different living things use food"--Provided by publisher.

"All living things need water to survive. From a tiny flower to a giant elephant, without water they would not be alive. Young readers will learn how different living things use water"--Provided by publisher.

"All living things need air to survive. From plants to sea creatures, without air they would not be alive. Young readers will discover what air is, where it is found, and how different living things use it"--Provided by publisher.

"Living things need sunlight. Without light plants, animals, and humans would not be able to survive. Young readers will discover the ways that different living things use sunlight"--Provided by publisher.

"Plants turn sunlight into food, produce oxygen, and provide people with food, clothing, medicine, and much, much more. What's more, they can communicate. This . . . book takes readers inside plant communication, a place where chemicals, sounds, and smells become the synapses, words, and motions of the plant world"--Amazon.

Readers will explore the early discoveries of the first biochemists and trace these developments and their impact to the latest advancements in and applications of biochemistry, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of life on Earth.