Understanding Biology Through Evolution : Fourth Edition

This is the fourth edition of a clear, effective study guide written by Prof. Olsen to help students in an introductory-level college biology course master the fundamentals - and get the best possible grade. Written especially for non-majors, the concise explanations of core biology concepts are accompanied throughout with helpful illustrations and tables. The author's objective is to illustrate how the concept of evolution is the key to understanding the major sub-disciplines of biology, including genetics, ecology, biodiversity, botany, and zoology.