Plants and Animals [Paperback]

Originally published in 1937, this book contains the biology sections from the earlier publication Elementary Science.Originally published in 1937, this book contains the biology sections from the earlier publication Elementary Science. The topics covered include plant reproduction, insects and vertebrate animals, as well as the theory of evolution and the importance of hygiene.Originally published in 1937, this book contains the biology sections from the earlier publication Elementary Science. The topics covered include plant reproduction, insects and vertebrate animals, as well as the theory of evolution and the importance of hygiene.Originally published in 1937, this book contains the biology sections from the earlier publication Elementary Science. The topics covered include plant reproduction, insects and vertebrate animals, as well as the theory of evolution and the importance of hygiene. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of education and the teaching of science.Preface; 1. Plants and animals; 2. Flowering plants; 3. Flowering plants (cont.); 4. Flowering plants (cont.); 5. Flowerless plants; 6. The soil; 7. Some simple animals; 8. Insects; 9. Animals with backbones; 10. Human physiology; 11. Hygiene; 12. Young animals; 13. Evolution; Practical work; Questions; Appendix A. Questions requiring short answers. Suitable for quick periodic tests; Appendix B. Apparatus and materials necessary; Appendix C. Some useful reference books; Appendix D. How to find and keep animals; Index.