Genetic investigations and manipulations of bacteria and bacteriophage have made vital contributions to our basic understanding of living cells and to the development of molecular biology and biotechnology. This volume is a survey of the genetics of bacteria and their viruses, and it provides students with a comprehensive introduction to this rapidly changing subject. The book is written for upper level undergraduates and beginning graduate students, particularly those who have had an introductory genetics course. The fifth edition has been extensively revised to reflect recent advances in the field. The book now has a reader-friendly look, with end-of-chapter questions, ""Thinking Ahead"" and ""Applications"" boxes to challenge students comprehension and insights. A complete glossary of commonly used terms has been revised and expanded.
By:
Edward A. Birge Imprint: Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Country of Publication: United States Edition: 5th ed. 2006 Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 178mm,
Spine: 33mm
Weight: 2.980kg ISBN:9780387239194 ISBN 10: 0387239197 Pages: 578 Publication Date:08 December 2005 Audience:
College/higher education
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Primary
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active