Zoology for Degree Students, B.Sc. (Hons.) Semester - V English 2022

This textbook has been designed to meet the needs of B.Sc. (Hons.) Fifth Semester students of Zoology as per the UGC Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). Comprehensively written, it explains the essential principles, processes and methodology of Molecular Biology and Genetics. This textbook is profusely illustrated with well-drawn labelled diagrams, flow charts and tables, not only to supplement the descriptions, but also for sound understanding of the concepts. Key Features Discussion on contemporary topics in molecular biology such as regulatory RNAs, DNA repair mechanisms and transcriptional regulation of eukaryotic genes Discussion on contemporary topics in genetics such as microbial genetics, plasmids, IS elements, transposons and retroelements, phenotypic plasticity and genomic imprinting due to DNA methylation Close to 75 boxed items throughout the text providing information on intricate terms or topics Engaging chapter-end exercises having more than 1200 questions to enhance & strengthen learning of the students