A Concise Dictionary of Biology (Oxford Paperback Reference)

Reflecting the continually growing vocabulary in science, the Concise Science Dictionary has made a wealth of terms encountered in all of the scientific disciplines accessible to non-scientists and scientists alike. The New Scientist praised it as "an essential book." Now, derived from that invaluable work, these three newly expanded dictionaries each focus on one particular branch of science.
Written in a clear and explanatory style, the entries in each provide both straightforward definitions and invaluable background information. This approach, combined with an extensive cross-referencing system, enables readers to place each entry in a broader context. Each dictionary contains a range of tables containing essential scientific information and line drawings whenever the meaning of a word can best be conveyed by means of a diagram.
The new edition of A Concise Dictionary of Biology contains over 2,500 entries on commonly encountered terms and concepts in biology, biophysics, and biochemistry, and key terms from medicine and palaeontology. It also contains many new terms in genetics (including genetic engineering), molecular biology, and immunology, taking into account the recent advances in these fields.
The new edition of A Concise Dictionary of Chemistry contains over 3,000 entries on commonly encountered terms and concepts in chemistry, physical chemistry, and biochemistry. It also includes many new terms which reflect recent advances in techniques, concepts, and materials.
The new edition of A Concise Dictionary of Physics contains over 2,700 entries on commonly encountered terms and concepts in physics and key terms from mathematics, astrophysics, metallurgy, electronics, and physical chemistry. It also includes many new terms encountered in the fields of nuclear and particle physics, quantum theory, and solid-state physics.
Anyone seeking concise and accurate definitions of words encountered in biology, chemistry, or physics will find each of these dictionaries indispensable.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192861093
• ISBN13: 9780192861092
• Release Date: December 1990
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.7" x 0.8" x 5.1"

Customer Reviews

Essential...

...for anyone who is interested in biology. To uses it you need some prerequisite knowledge (so the book isn't "watered down" with "faux science" factoids), but not much (making it highly accessible to the general public). If you want to take your understanding of biological science to the next level, buy this right now.

Biology dictionary

Our high school age daughter is in honors biology. This dictionary has really improved her grades by giving her alternate definitions/explanations of biology terms/concepts. A great resource!

Amazing, concise dictionary

This is the best dictionary that I have ever purchased. The dictionary has EVERYTHING that a college biology major (or biology professional) needs. The definitions are thorough and extremely well written. The dictionary itself is organized perfectly. Everything about this dictionary is great--inside and out! A must-buy for any biology student, teacher or anyone else who is interested in the subject.

I think this is a very good college biology reference

This is a very good reference for college biology because it helped to clarify certain terms. It also is a valuable study tool. I also really liked The Ultimate Study Guide for Biology: Key Review Questions and Answers with Explanations Vol 1 isbn:1933023007 Vol 2 isbn:1933023015 Vol 3 isbn:1933023023 These three study guides had great questions to guide me through what to expect on my undergraduate biology exams. A Dictionary of Biology is helpful in clearing up some harder concepts in biology texts.

Great if you are doing A levels!

I needed help on terms in both my PE and Biology a levels so I got this. This dictionary gives easy to understand definitions. It comes with cross referencing and a couple of diagrams. It has extra tables and classifications in the back and goes beyond the A level stuff aswell. Worth every penny.