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Overview
- Title: Free Biology 2e Textbook Available for Download - OpenStax
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Biology 2e Textbook
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Coverage:
- Designed for a two-semester biology course for science majors
- Comprehensive coverage of foundational research and core biology concepts
- Explores topics through an evolutionary lens
- Engages students with features that highlight scientific inquiry, career opportunities, and everyday applications
- Offers various practice and homework questions
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2nd Edition Highlights:
- Revised for clarity, currency, and dynamic explanations
- Improved art and illustrations
- Additional assessments and resources
- Maintains organization from the first edition
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Errata and Updates
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- Custom assignments in Learning Management Systems
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