Genes IX

This text presents gene structure and function in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. This ninth edition is updated to account for new findings in molecular research. The general organization of material in this edition has been revised along the same lines as Essential Genes, making it easier to use the two books in conjunction. The content has been more sharply focused on genes and their expression by eliminating the chapters dealing with the consequences of gene expression for cell biology. Expanded coverage is offered in areas including DNA replication, recombination and repair, the replicon, the evolution of genes, and the Y chromosome. Several of the previous edition's chapters have been expanded and divided into two or more chapters. This edition of the text features a revised four-color design and art program, which intentionally matches that of Lewin's new cell biology text, Cells. Chapter outlines and summaries are included. Information on Lewin is not given. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)