Chromosome Biology [Paperback]

Chromosome biology has been brought to a golden age by phenomenal advanced in molecular genetics and techniques. This is true in the plant arena, and it is becoming increasingly true in animal studies, where chromosomes are more difficult to work with. With advanced knowledge of transformation, scientists can tell exactly where a new element enters a chromosome. Conversely, molecular biologists can make large mistakes if they do not understand the behavior of chromosomes.
Written by internationally recognized experts in the field, this book is the most authoritative work on the subject to date. Students of genetics, crop science and plant breeding, entomology, animal science, and related fields will benefit from this comprehensive and practical textbook.Chromosome biology has been brought to a golden age by phenomenal advanced in molecular genetics and techniques. This is true in the plant arena, and it is becoming increasingly true in animal studies, where chromosomes are more difficult to work with. With advanced knowledge of transformation, scientists can tell exactly where a new element enters a chromosome. Conversely, molecular biologists can make large mistakes if they do not understand the behavior of chromosomes.
Written by internationally recognized experts in the field, this book is the most authoritative work on the subject to date. Students of genetics, crop science and plant breeding, entomology, animal science, and related fields will benefit from this comprehensive and practical textbook.Part I: Introduction to the Study of Chromosomes. 1. Introduction 2. A Historical Perspective on Chromosome Structure, Function, and Behavior. 3. Microscopes: Basic Tools for Cytogenetics. Part II: Mitosis Meiosis and Chromosomal Karyotypes. 4. Chromosomes in the Mitotic Cell Cycle. 5. Meiosis and Gamete Formation: A View of Chromosomes in the Germline. 6. Chromosome Morphology and Number. Part III: Chromosome StrlS(