Introductory Physics for Biological Scientists
Introductory Physics for Biological Scientists Why do elephants have sturdier thigh bones than humans? How do bacteria swim through fluids? Why can't ostriches fly? Optics is introduced within the…
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Introductory Physics for Biological Scientists
Why do elephants have sturdier thigh bones than humans? How do bacteria swim through fluids? Why can't ostriches fly?
Optics is introduced within the context of butterfly wing colouration, electricity is explained through the propagation of nerve signals, and accelerated motion is conveniently illustrated using the example of the jumping armadillo. With each chapter structured around relevant biological case studies and examples, this engaging, full-colour book introduces fundamental physical concepts essential in the study of biological phenomena. Other key physical concepts covered include waves, mechanical forces, thermodynamics and magnetism, and important biological techniques are also discussed within this context, such as gel electrophoresis and fluorescence microscopy.
A detailed appendix provides further discussion of the mathematical concepts utilised within the book, and