Author

Publication

2006-11-17 - Oxford University Press, USA

Language

English

Word Count

92,000 words, Guess

Page Count

368 pages

Identifiers

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  • Goodreads39001
  • LibraryThing1073960
  • Library of Congress Control Number2006287702
  • Better World Books9780199205646
  • Open LibraryOL7403009M

Classifications

  • LCCQH603.M5
  • LCCQH603.M5 L36 2006

Description

"Today, mitochondria are central to research into human prehistory, genetic diseases, cell suicide, fertility, ageing, bioenergetics, sex, and the eukaryotic cell. Piecing together puzzles from the forefront of research, this book paints a sweeping canvas that will thrill all who are interested in biology, while also contributing to evolutionary thinking and debate. This is a book full of insights into the nature and evolution of life, and should be read by anyone who wants to know why we're here."--Jacket.

First Sentence

Mitochondria are tiny organelles inside cells that generate almost all our energy in the form of ATP.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Power, Sex, SuicideOxford University Press, USA2006-11-17

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