Plants And Society (9th Edition) – PDF

Written in an engaging and accessible manner for a one-semester or one-quarter course, the 9th edition of “ISE Plants and Society” (PDF) presents a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between humans and plants. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the authors ignite a passion for plant science, inspiring students to delve deeper into the captivating field of botany. By shedding light on the historical bond between society and plants, Levetin and McMahon aim to cultivate a profound admiration for the botanical world. This enlightening textbook not only delves into the fundamental principles of botany but also places significant emphasis on the economic aspects and social impact of plants and fungi.

Table of Contents

I Plants and Society: The Botanical Connections to Our Lives
1 Plants in Our Lives
II Introduction to Plant Life: Botanical Principles
2 The Plant Cell
3 The Plant Body
4 Plant Physiology
5 Plant Life Cycle: Flowers
6 Plant Life Cycle: Fruits and Seeds
7 Genetics
8 Plant Systematics and Evolution
9 Diversity of Plant Life
III Plants as a Source of Food
10 Human Nutrition
11 Origins of Agriculture
12 The Grasses
13 Legumes
14 Starchy Staples
15 Feeding a Hungry World
IV Commercial Products Derived from Plants
16 Stimulating Beverages
17 Herbs and Spices
18 Materials: Cloth, Wood, and Paper
V Plants and Human Health
19 Medicinal Plants
20 Psychoactive Plants
21 Poisonous and Allergy Plants
VI Algae and Fungi: The Impact of Algae and Fungi on Human Affairs
22 The Algae
23 Fungi in the Natural Environment
24 Beverages and Foods from Fungi
25 Fungi that Affect Human Health
VII Plants and the Environment
26 Plant Ecology
Appendix A Metric System
Appendix B Classification of Plants

Additional ISBNs for ISE Plants and Society Ninth Edition: 9781266710414, 1266710418, 978-1266710414, 978-1264094714, 978-1266447181, 978-1266281624, 978-1266711978, 9781266710551, 9781266707179, 1266707174, 978-1265563387, 9781265563387, 9781265073398, 978-1265073398, 1265073392, 1265563381, 978-1266710551, 1266710558, 978-1266707179

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