Light and life
Gross, Michael
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Light and life
Published
2002
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
161
ISBN-10
0198564805
Description
"Light, like no other physical phenomenon, is linked in a wide variety of ways with the biological phenomenon of life. We can read these words because light is reflected from them, and carries the information to the retina; the oxygen we breathe was produced by photosynthesis; our sense of alertness relies on our biological clock, set using the cues of light and dark." "Michael Gross explores the symbiotic relation-ship of light and life in this intriguing and entertaining book. Starting with astronomy and our relationship with the Sun and dependence on photosynthesis, he then turns to some of the stranger outcomes of the relationship, such as bioluminescent creatures, and their evolutionary significance. Finally he looks at the influence of light on biological time-keeping, the focus of much current scientific research."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects
The book of the damned
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
A Princess of Mars
The Hitch Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Flatland
On the origin of species by means of natural selection
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Light and life?
This edition of Light and life has approximately 161 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Light and life?
For most readers, Light and life typically takes between 3h 21m and 2h 14m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 40,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 41m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 40,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Light and life?
The estimated word count for Light and life is approximately 40,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Light and life?
Light and life was written by Gross, Michael.
When was Light and life published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.