This is a classic textbook on the subject of plant biology, first published in 1920. It offers the reader an elementary course on the scientific method while exploring the relationship between plant life and general biological knowledge. Originally intended for use in schools and universities, this comprehensive textbook is a great place to start for readers with an interest in botany and related subjects. Contents include: “The Plant as a Machine”, “The Cell”, “Respiration”, “The Water Relations of Plants”, “Absorption of Mineral Salts”, “Carbon Assimilation”, “The Assimilation of Nitrogen by Plants”, “The Nutrition of Heterophic Plants”, “Enzymes”, “Reproduction”, “Reproductions”, “Reproductions (continued)”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on botany.

For Degree and Post Graduate Students.

For Degree and Post Graduate Students.

The "Textbook of Plant Anatomy and Physiology" is an all-encompassing manual that has been carefully compiled. It explores the dynamic processes and complex structures that regulate the existence of plants. Specifically tailored for students, researchers, and enthusiasts, this book provides an exhaustive examination of contemporary developments in plant science as well as traditional principles. Through a meticulous progression from the microscopic scrutiny of cellular structures to the comprehensive evaluation of entire plant systems, every chapter presents a profound and lucid comprehension of the anatomical and physiological aspects of plants. The mechanisms of photosynthesis, the intricacies of plant development, and the strategies employed by plants to thrive in various environments will be explored in depth. This textbook is distinguished by its effective integration of theoretical concepts and real-world implementation. By means of lucid elucidations, vibrant depictions, and tangible instances from the physical world, readers are endowed with the knowledge and understandings essential for confidently traversing the complexity of botanical existence. This textbook is a collaborative endeavour by subject matter specialists to disseminate the most recent research discoveries, foster an appreciation for the botanical realm, and motivate the aspiring plant scientists. Whether employed in an academic setting or utilised as a laboratory reference, the "Textbook of Plant Anatomy and Physiology" is an indispensable asset for individuals aiming to enhance their comprehension of the aesthetic and significant aspects of plants.

The textbook of Plant Physiology aims to understand how plants live and function. Its ultimate objective is to explain all life processes of plants. It includes many aspects of plant life, including nutrition, movement, and growth. The whole subject matter of the present book has been divided into 9 chapters which includes water metabolism, mineral nutrition, nitrogen metabolism, photosynthesis, respiration, plant hormone, secondary metabolites, sensory photo-biology, and stress physiology. Glossary of technical terms adds much value to the book as a ready reckoner to understand key words generally referred to plant physiology. We hope that this book will be of greater use for the undergraduate and postgraduate students, teachers and researchers of botany, agriculture, plant science and other related discipline.

Plant Physiology lucidly explains the operational mechanisms of plants based on up-to-date literature and with the help of numerous illustrations. In addition to the theoretical aspects, experiments have been incorporated at the end of relevant chapters. The book, with its compilations of vast literature and its lucid presentation, will certainly be useful to undergraduate and postgraduate students. It will also be of help to students preparing for various competitions, including IAS, PCS and Medical Entrance Examinations of various boards.

FOR UNIVERSITIY & COLLEGE STUDENTS IN INDIA & ABROAD Due to expanding horizon of biotechnology, it was difficult to accommodate the current information of biotechnology in detail. Therefore, a separate book entitled Advanced Biotechnology has been written for the Postgraduate students of Indian University and Colleges. Therefore, the present form of A Textbook of Biotechnology is totally useful for undergraduate students. A separate section of Probiotics has been added in Chapter 18. Chapter 27 on Experiments on Biotechnology has been deleted from the book because most of the experiments have been written in ';Practical Microbiology' by R.C. Dubey and D.K. Maheshwari. Bibliography has been added to help the students for further consultation of resource materials.

This second of a two-part treatise describes the phenomena of plants under stress, describing the relationship between plant structure, development, and growth and such environmental stresses as too much or too little water, light, heat, or cold.

"A Civic Biology, Presented in Problems" is a reprint of an early 20th-century biology text reflecting the main assumptions of the eugenics movement, which was on the rise at the time of publishing. The book is famous for starting the Scopes trial, commonly referred to as the Scopes Monkey Trial, an American legal case in which a high school teacher, John T. Scopes, was accused of teaching human evolution. The teacher was called to court for reading his students certain passages from "Civic Biology".