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Expanded and updated! A single easy-to-use reference of specialized terms in the various areas of biotechnology, including agriculture, biochemistry, bioengineering, pharmaceutical chemistry, and environmental chemistry. Arranged in dictionary format for easy look-up, entries include short definitions as well as expanded definitions that explain the usage of each word with examples. If you're a scientist involved in any area of biotechnology, you'll find this book a must-have reference.
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First published in 1988, the dictionary contains terms to help biotechnological researchers understand what their colleagues in different areas of this huge field are talking about. Entries include pronunciations, definitions, related aspects, and derivations. Subject areas covered include microbial biochemistry and physiology, molecular biology and genetics, genetic engineering, animal and plant cell culture, enzyme and protein technology, fermentation technology, biochemical engineering, process control, downstream processing, and waste and environmental toxicology. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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