Heredity

Gareth Stevens Vital Science: Life Science explores key concepts across the science curriculum. The eight volumes use clear language and a variety of photographs, illustrations, and detailed diagrams to help students understand biological structures and processes. This series will serve as a comprehensive and indispensable resource for anyone interested in the life sciences. Each book in the Life Science series includes the following features: Correlated to the middle school science currriculum Developed in consultation with a science curriculum consultant Clear explanations of key scientific concepts A wealth of diagrams and other detailed illustrations that enhance understanding A glossary of key scientific terms Pronunciation guides Sources of further information, Web sites, and index Heredity describes what genes are and how they serve as a blueprint for every living organism. It explains how traits pass from one generation to the next and examines how genes direct the structure, function, and behavior of living things. Book jacket.