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The Machinery of Life,New
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Imagine that we had some way to look directly at the molecules in a living organism. An xray microscope would do the trick, or since were dreaming, perhaps an Asimovstyle nanosubmarine (unfortunately, neither is currently feasible). Think of the wonders we could witness firsthand: antibodies atta ing a virus, electrical signals racing down nerve fibers, proteins building new strands of DNA. Many of the questions puzzling the current cadre of sci tists would be answered at a glance. But the nanoscale world of molecules is separated from our everyday world of experience by a daunting millionfold difference in size, so the world of molecules is completely invisible. I created the illustrations in this book to help bridge this gulf and allow us to see the molecular structure of cells, if not directly, then in an artistic rendition. I have included two types of illustrations with this goal in mind: watercolor paintings which magnify a small portion of a living cell by one million times, showing the arrangement of molecules inside, and comput generated pictures, which show the atomic details of individual molecules. In this second edition of The Machinery of Life, these illustrations are presented in full color, and they incorporate many of the exciting scientific advances of the 15 years since the first edition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Machinery of Life'? A: 'The Machinery of Life' explores the molecular structure of living organisms, using illustrations to make the microscopic world of molecules more accessible and understandable.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Machinery of Life' is David S. Goodsell.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features watercolor paintings that magnify portions of living cells and computer-generated images that showcase atomic details of individual molecules.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in biochemistry? A: 'The Machinery of Life' is designed to bridge the gap between complex molecular science and everyday understanding, making it suitable for both beginners and those with a background in biochemistry.
- Q: What is the publication date of the second edition? A: The second edition of 'The Machinery of Life' was published on April 28, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Machinery of Life' contains a total of 179 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Are there any scientific advancements included in this edition? A: Yes, the second edition incorporates many exciting scientific advances that have occurred in the 15 years since the first edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Machinery of Life' is in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Biochemistry, focusing on molecular biology and the intricacies of living organisms.