Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life
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ISBN: 9780357093795
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING (CUSTOM)
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Biologists are continuously studying about the exact concept of life. Living things are too diverse, and they consist of the same basic components as non-living things. As per biologist’s point of view, the life of living organisms is in increasingly inclusive levels of organization.
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Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life
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