Raven Biology of Plants (Relié)

New to this edition : - The Diversity chapter has had the most obvious revisions based on molecular systematics and the comparison of DNA and RNA sequences. - Dual themes of evolution and ecology are integrated throughout at the molecular, cellular, organismal and plant community levels. - New illustrations and photographs enhance the book's long-acclaimed art program. - New ecology essays showcase ecologically relevant stories to bring the concepts to life.
- New chapter openers to engage student interest with photos on fascinating topics, many of which involve ecological applications. - The Physiology of Seed Plants section now includes new information on hormone receptors, the formation of lateral roots, the floral stimulus, thigmonastic movements, and strategies to acquire nutrients, noctumal transpiration, and hydraulic redistribution. Developed with extensive feedback from instructors and students, this new online course space offers : - Pre-built units for each chapter, curated by experienced educators, with media organised and ready to assign or customise to suit your course.
- All resources for the text in one location, including an interactive e-book, LearningCurve adaptive quizzing, Case Studies, clicker questions, and more. - Intuitive and useful analytics and gradebook that reveals how your class is doing individually and as a whole. - A streamlined and intuitive interface that lets you create your entire course in minutes.