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A dictionary of biology. (2008). Oxford University Press.

Citation by: Carlie Crowe

Type of Reference: Dictionary

Call Number: Ref 574

Content/Scope: A dictionary targeted for students who are studying biology. Containing one 5,500 entries. Including biology, biophysics, and biochemistry.

Accuracy/Authority/Bias: Oxford University Press books and materials are sold world wide. They often offer support to teachers and deliver digital learning and assessments platforms.

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A dictionary of biology. (2008). Oxford University Press.

Citation by: Carlie Crowe

Type of Reference: Dictionary

Call Number: Ref 574

Content/Scope: A dictionary targeted for students who are studying biology. Containing one 5,500 entries. Including biology, biophysics, and biochemistry.

Accuracy/Authority/Bias: Oxford University Press books and materials are sold world wide. They often offer support to teachers and deliver digital learning and assessments platforms.

Arrangement/Presentation: Arrangement is alphabetical. Included in the text are key terms from medicine and paleontology. It also overs RNA interference.

Relation to other works: There are many biology dictionaries; this dictionary meets requirements for libraries that need a comprehensive reference at a high school level.

Accessibility/Diversity: This will be specific to students who are taking biology classes or are enrolled in the nursing classes that are offered at the area technology center.

Cost: $35.03

Professional Review: Cunniffe, H. (2009). Oxford Dictionary of Biology. Journal Of Biological Education (Society Of Biology), 43(2), 90.

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Just what you need: This is an excellent dictionary for any biology student in school or university. Contains clear direct definitions of words and has a clear lay-out also, a must buy for the biologist of today.

Jun 22, 2010 Ann rated it really liked it

This has been very helpful in reading scientific papers as well as understanding homework assignments with better clarity. An overall great reference for students of Biology.

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