Publisher's Synopsis
The revision of this extensive lab manual covers most major laboratory topics used in introductory biology and includes comprehensive coverage of vertebrate dissection (fetal pig). Can accompany Solomon, Berg & Martin's Biology 4/e, Arms & Camp's Biology 4/e, Solomon & Berg's World of Biology 5/e, or any introductory biology text. Features: * This lab manual stands along with full introductions, making it comparible with a number of texts. Further, it will not be necessary for students to bring their text to lab. * This manual includes both standard and more challenging exercises to match students and resources. * Gel electrophoresis (muscle protein, DNA) and polymerase chain reaction (DNA profiling of human gene D1S80) projects introduce newer molcular techniques. * Diversity of organisms and vertebrate anatomy based on the fetal pig are covered in depth. * The five projects are designed for longer time frames and more open-ended laboratory work. * The extensive illustrations include many line drawings based on actual laboratory equipment and specimens and several color plates. * A complete Instructor's Manual for preparators is available.;New to this edition: * A new project (Project E) has been added called Human DNA Profiling. Students analyze their individual cheek cell DNA by PCR and gel electrophoresis. * New and revised line art throughout. Many drawings are based on actual laboratory equipment or specimens.
