Botany

Author: Zhang Xiansheng
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: This textbook, while drawing on the strengths of influential domestic and international materials, emphasizes the systematic and comprehensive presentation of fundamental concepts and theories in botany, fully reflecting the characteristics expected of a foundational course. It respects the content structure of plant science textbooks in most higher agricultural and forestry institutions, following the sequence of cells, tissues, the individual development of angiosperms, major plant groups, seed plant classification, and finally ecology. Introducing the more familiar angiosperms first aligns with cognitive patterns. The content is concisely presented, focusing on concepts and principles while avoiding excessive terminology. Key terms are listed in English, and plant names are often accompanied by their scientific names. Numerous illustrations are used to enhance understanding. Each chapter concludes with a summary and review questions. The textbook covers fourteen chapters, including plant cells, plant tissues, seeds and seedlings, roots, stems, leaves, the interrelationships and modifications of vegetative organs, flowers, and the basic groups and evolution of the plant kingdom.