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Extinction: Bad Genes Or Bad Luck?
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This Is The First Major Book To Present A Comprehensive Overview Of The Current State Of Extinction Studies. At The End Of The Journey, Raup Has Put Forward The Best Science Of The Day To Answer The Question Posed By The Title: Bad Genes Or Bad Luck?In The Geological Record, There Are Five Major Mass Extinctionsthe Big Five. The Most Famous Happened At The End Of The Cretaceous Period, When The Dinosaurs And Twothirds Of All Marine Animal Species Were Wiped Out, Opening The Door For The Age Of Mammals And The Rise Of Homo Sapiens. Using This Example As A Springboard, David M. Raup Leaps Into An Egaging Discussion Of The Theories, Assumptions, And Difficulties Associated With The Science Of Species Extinction. Woven Is Along The Way Are Stories Of The Trilobite Eye, Tropical Reefs, Flying Reptiles, And The Fate Of The Heath Hen On Martha'S Vineyard, A Very Modern Extinction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Extinction: Bad Genes or Bad Luck?' A: The book provides a comprehensive overview of extinction studies, exploring whether species extinction is primarily due to bad genes or bad luck, using historical mass extinctions as key examples.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Extinction: Bad Genes or Bad Luck?' A: The author of the book is David M. Raup, a prominent figure in the field of paleontology.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include the theories and assumptions surrounding species extinction, the scientific challenges in studying extinction events, and historical examples of mass extinctions.
- Q: How many pages does 'Extinction: Bad Genes or Bad Luck?' have? A: The book has a total of 229 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 17, 1992.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in microbiology? A: Yes, the book falls under the category of microbiology, making it suitable for readers interested in this field.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition of the book is illustrated.
- Q: Can this book provide insights into modern extinction events? A: Yes, it discusses modern extinction cases, including the fate of species like the heath hen on Martha's Vineyard.