Cloning
| AUTHOR | Small, Cathleen |
| PUBLISHER | Cavendish Square Publishing (12/30/2018) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Library Binding) |
Description
To many, cloning is the stuff of science fiction. However, for decades it has been an important piece of scientific development. This guidebook starts by looking at the foundational scientific theories that led to the exact replication of molecules, cells, and even organisms. Drawing on primary sources, this book gives biographical information on key players in the field of cloning and traces how their work built upon that of their predecessors, culminating in the successful cloning of a sheep. It looks at how cloning technology has advanced and is used today. Students will hone their critical thinking skills by exploring the ethical debate behind the use of cloning technology.
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ISBN-13:
9781502643858
ISBN-10:
1502643855
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Library Binding)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
128
Carton Quantity:
0
Product Dimensions:
6.30 x 0.40 x 9.20 inches
Weight:
0.60 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Young Adult Nonfiction | Science & Nature - History of Science
Grade Level:
9th Grade
- 12th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
0
Point Value:
0
Guided Reading Level:
Grade 7/8
Dewey Decimal:
660.65
Library of Congress Control Number:
2018008861
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To many, cloning is the stuff of science fiction. However, for decades it has been an important piece of scientific development. This guidebook starts by looking at the foundational scientific theories that led to the exact replication of molecules, cells, and even organisms. Drawing on primary sources, this book gives biographical information on key players in the field of cloning and traces how their work built upon that of their predecessors, culminating in the successful cloning of a sheep. It looks at how cloning technology has advanced and is used today. Students will hone their critical thinking skills by exploring the ethical debate behind the use of cloning technology.
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