A Laboratory Manual of Botany (Classic Reprint): Outlines and Directions for Laboratory and Field-Work in Botany in Secondary Schools: Outlines and ... Botany in Secondary Schools (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Otis W. Caldwell

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1330381815 ISBN 13: 9781330381816

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book presents a comprehensive guide to plant biology, encompassing the study of plants' physiological and ecological processes and their structural evolution over time. The author emphasizes the significance of plants in their environments, highlighting their adaptations to diverse conditions and their vital role in supporting animal life. The text delves into the intricacies of plant nutrition, reproduction, and organization, providing a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of botany. The book situates botany within its historical context, tracing its evolution from early observations to contemporary advancements. It explores the diverse structures and functions of plants, from algae and fungi to bryophytes, pteridophytes, gymnosperms, and angiosperms. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations, the author unravels the complexities of plant anatomy and physiology, shedding light on their remarkable adaptations and resilience. The author not only imparts knowledge but also encourages critical thinking and exploration. The text is enriched with questions and exercises, inviting readers to engage with the material and deepen their understanding. It emphasizes the interdependence of plants and animals, highlighting the essential role of plants in the web of life. This book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and anyone fascinated by the world of plants. Its insights into plant biology provide a profound appreciation for the intricate mechanisms that govern the plant kingdom and its profound impact on our planet.

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Excerpt from A Laboratory Manual of Botany: Outlines and Directions for Laboratory and Field-Work in Botany in Secondary Schools

This manual has been prepared in harmony with these convictions. In all his directions the author has aimed to make the study of botany full of meaning, of pleasure, and of profit to the young people who are to study the subject; to lead them to observe constantly and accurately; to form well-founded judgments from their observations; to inspire them with an intelligent and abiding love for nature; and to have them see and appreciate the ways in which the lives of plants are allied to their own lives.

The manual is divided into two parts: Part I considers plants from the view-point of their physiology and ecology, while Part II considers their structure and evolution as they have developed with reference to the problems of nutri tion and reproduction. Either part may be used as the basis of a course in botany. When both parts are used, covering a year's course, the second may precede the first, if this order seems preferable. In either case Chapter I is essential as an introduction.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330381815
• ISBN 13: 9781330381816
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 132