Understanding genetics : a molecular approach / Norman V. Rothwell.

New York : Wiley-Liss, [1993], ©1993.

xvi, 656 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 27 cm

Foundation of genetics -- Chromosomes and distribution of the genetic material -- Chromosomes and gamete formation -- Genetic interactions -- Alleles, antigens, and antibodies -- Sex and inheritance -- Continuous variation -- Genes on the same chromosome -- Further aspects of linkage and crossing over -- Changes in chromosome structure and number -- Chemistry of the gene -- Information transfer -- Molecular interactions in transcription and translation -- Gene mutation -- Bacterial genetic systems -- Viruses and their genetic systems -- Control mechanisms and differentiation -- Controls throughout the life cycle -- Impact of genetic manipulation -- Further applications of molecular biology -- Nonchromosomal genetic information.

Includes bibliographical references and index