Chance in Biology: Using Probability to Explore Nature

by Steven Gaines and Mark W. Denny

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Life is a chancy proposition: from the movement of molecules to the age at which we die, chance plays a key role in the natural world. Traditionally, biologists have viewed the inevitable "noise" of life as an unfortunate complication. The authors of this book, however, treat random processes as a benefit. In this introduction to chance in biology, Mark Denny and Steven Gaines help readers to apply the probability theory needed to make sense of...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0691094942

ISBN13:9780691094946

Release Date:September 2002

Publisher:Princeton University Press

Length:312 Pages

Weight:1.00 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 9.3"

Related Subjects

Biomathematics Math Mathematics Probability & Statistics Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology

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