Description
This up-to-the-minute new book describes what happens when biology meets technology. The amazing leaps both biological and technological currently being made in medicine bring the promise of longer, healthier lives. But at what cost? This amazing book explores: - the current study of the genomes of living things - medical robots - artificial organs and bio-chip sensors - the end to some common diseases - genetically modified crops - the consequences for society of manipulating genetic material - a helpful glossary to explain scientific terms and concepts
Title Details
Author: |
Jefferis, David |
Publisher: |
Crabtree Publishing Company |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2001 |
Number of Pages: |
32 |
Dewey: |
660.6 |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Interest Age: |
10 |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Middle Grade |
Accelerated Reading Level: |
7.2 |
