Plants and Society 6th Edition by Estelle Levetin, Karen McMahon ISBN 0073524220 978-0073524221

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ISBN 10: 0073524220

ISBN 13: 978-0073524221

Author: Estelle Levetin, Karen McMahon

This introductory, one quarter/one-semester text takes a multidisciplinary approach to studying the relationship between plants and people. The authors strive to stimulate interest in plant science and encourage students to further their studies in botany. Also, by exposing students to society’s historical connection to plants, Levetin and McMahon hope to instill a greater appreciation for the botanical world. Plants and Society covers basic principles of botany with strong emphasis on the economic aspects and social implications of plants and fungi.

Plants and Society 6th Table of contents: 

1. Introduction: The Importance of Plants in Society

   • The role of plants in human survival and culture
   • The relationship between humans and plants
   • Overview of plant biology and its significance in daily life

2. Chapter 1: Plant Diversity and Classification

   • Overview of plant taxonomy
   • Major plant groups: Algae, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms, and angiosperms
   • The diversity of plant life forms and their ecological roles

3. Chapter 2: Plant Structure and Function

   • Basic plant anatomy: Roots, stems, leaves, flowers
   • The physiological processes: Photosynthesis, respiration, transpiration
   • Plant reproduction and growth

4. Chapter 3: The Role of Plants in the Environment

   • Plants as producers in ecosystems: Photosynthesis and energy flow
   • Plants in the carbon and water cycles
   • The ecological roles of plants in different habitats

5. Chapter 4: The History of Plant Domestication

   • Early plant domestication and agriculture
   • The transition from hunter-gatherer societies to agricultural societies
   • The domestication of major food crops like wheat, rice, and maize

6. Chapter 5: Plants as Food

   • Major food crops and their uses
   • Nutritional importance of plants
   • Plant-based diets and food security
   • The global food supply and the role of plants in feeding the world

7. Chapter 6: Plants in Medicine

   • The historical use of plants in traditional medicine
   • Modern pharmaceutical uses of plant-derived compounds
   • Medicinal plants and their active ingredients
   • The impact of plants on human health and wellness

8. Chapter 7: Plants in Industry

   • The use of plants in textiles, paper, and other materials
   • The role of plants in biofuels and renewable energy
   • Plant-based products in the cosmetics, cleaning, and food industries

9. Chapter 8: Plant Breeding and Biotechnology

   • The principles of plant breeding: Hybridization, selection, and genetic modification
   • Advances in agricultural biotechnology: GMOs, CRISPR, and beyond
   • Ethical considerations in plant biotechnology

10. Chapter 9: Plants and the Environment

    • Plants in conservation and habitat restoration
    • The role of plants in combating climate change
    • Sustainable agriculture and plant conservation efforts

11. Chapter 10: The Cultural Significance of Plants

    • Plants in art, literature, and religion
    • Symbolism and meaning associated with plants in different cultures
    • The role of plants in human rituals and traditions

12. Chapter 11: The Future of Plants in Society

    • The challenges and opportunities in plant conservation
    • The impact of climate change and environmental degradation on plants
    • Innovations in plant science and agriculture for the future

13. Conclusion: The Continuing Importance of Plants

    • The integral role of plants in shaping the world around us
    • How plants sustain life, support economies, and enrich cultures
    • The future of plants in ensuring global food security and environmental sustainability

14. Appendices

    • Glossary of botanical terms
    • Plant identification guides
    • Suggested resources for further reading

15. References

    • A comprehensive list of sources and scientific articles cited throughout the book

16. Index

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