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Unnatural selection : how we are changing life, gene by gene

by Emily Monosson

This book analyses how drugs, pesticides, and pollution drive rapid evolution in species ranging from bacteria to weeds. It examines the genetic impact of these chemical stressors and discusses sustainable strategies for managing pests and protecting ecosystems.

Accession 12058 ISBN 9781610914987 Publisher Island Press
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