Packed with worked examples and problems, this book will help the reader improve their confidence and skill in data-handling. The mathematical methods needed for problem-solving are described in the first part of the book, with chapters covering topics such as indices, graphs and logarithms. The following eight chapters explore data-handling in different areas of microbiology and biochemistry including microbial growth, enzymes and radioactivity. Each chapter is fully illustrated with worked examples that provide a step-by-step guide to the solution of the most common problems. Over 30 exercises, ranging in difficulty and length, allow you to practise your skills and are accompanied by a full set of hints and solutions.
Rezensionen / Stimmen
'This is an excellent and most welcome book. It combines a refresher course in mathematics (for those who need it) with a comprehensive range of data-handling problems and worked examples in biochemistry and microbiology - invaluable for both students and tutors.' John R. Guest FRS, University of Sheffield
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Verlagsort
Zielgruppe
Für höhere Schule und Studium
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77 s/w Abbildungen
8 Halftones, black and white; 69 Line drawings, black and white
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Höhe: 235 mm
Breite: 157 mm
Dicke: 19 mm
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ISBN-13
978-0-521-19455-6 (9780521194556)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Peter White taught practical classes and tutorials in microbiology for over 30 years during his time as a Lecturer and Senior Lecturer at Sheffield University. His research interests include microbial drug-resistance, biochemistry of bacterial walls and metabolism of members of the genus Bacillus. He is a member of the Society for General Microbiology and a past member of the Biochemical Society and the American Society for Microbiology.
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University of Sheffield
Acknowledgements; Introduction; Abbreviations and Systeme International; How important is maths in data-handling?; 1. Numbers and indices; 2. A sense of proportion; 3. Graphs; 4. Algebra; 5. Logarithms; 6. Simple statistics; 7. Preparing solutions and media; 8. Growth in batch cultures; 9. Growth in continuous culture; 10. Enzymes; 11. Spectrophotometry; 12. Energy metabolism; 13. Radioactivity; 14. Microbial genetics; 15. Problems; 16. Advice and hints; 17. Answers; Conclusion; Index.
