Biology: Life on Earth, 12th Edition

For non-majors/mixed biology courses.

The most comprehensive coverage at the most affordable price for non-majors biology With a proven and effective tradition of engaging readers with real-world applications, high-interest case studies, and inquiry-based pedagogy, Biology: Life on Earth fosters discovery and scientific understanding that students can use throughout their lives. Engaging Case Studies throughout each chapter and thoughtful pedagogy help students develop critical thinking and scientific literacy skills.

The 12th Edition offers the most comprehensive coverage at the most affordable price for the non-majors biology student. This loose-leaf edition maintains its conversational, question-and-answer presentation style that has made it a best-seller. The new edition expands its focus on the process of science with new Doing Science boxes throughout the text that walk students through the scientific process, and interactive Doing Science coaching activities in Mastering Biology.

The text also provides Think Deeper questions that give instructors guidance for starting classroom discussions that promote critical thinking. For coverage of plant and animal anatomy & physiology, an alternate edition, Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology, 12th Edition, is also available.

Book Details

• Authors: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
• Publisher: Pearson
• Edition: 12th Edition
• eBook ISBN: 9780135433331, 0135433339
• Print ISBN: 9780135238523, 0135238528
• Other ISBNs: 9780135407424, 9780135433454