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Black & white print. Concepts of Biology is designed for the typical introductory biology course for nonmajors, covering standard scope and sequence requirements. The text includes interesting applications and conveys the major themes of biology, with content that is meaningful and easy to understand. The book is designed to demonstrate biology concepts and to promote scientific literacy.

What part of your body weighs three pounds and has a cover like the rind of an orange? Your brain! How much blood does your heart pump each day? 80,000 gallons! What is your biggest organ? Your skin! Surprised? You won¿t be for long! Soon you¿ll be an expert on how your body works. With bright pictures, astonishing facts, and incredible stories, Nancy Parker shows you just how amazing your insides are -- and why it¿s so important to take care of them. For grades 1-4.