Student Friendly: Clear and concise, appropriate and polished, the author"s accessible writing remains a hallmark of this book. Complex topics and important concepts are presented with great clarity and precise logic, and yet are not "dumbed down." The margin glossary provides immediate support with key definitions. * Relevant Case Studies: Chapter opening case studies and accompanying "How Would You Vote" questions motivate the study of the chapter and encourage students to think seriously about genetic issues and concerns. End of chapter "Genetics in Practice" case studies further illustrate the impact of genetics in society. * "Keep in Mind" Points: To keep students focused on the basic concepts in the chapter, a "Keep in Mind" box in the margin of the chapter opener contains a bulleted list of the main topics and key concepts presented in the chapter. * Active Figures: Special figures link art in the text to animations of important concepts, processes, and technologies. * Engaging Features: "Exploring Genetics" boxes and "Spotlight On" sidebars highlight applications of concepts, present the latest findings, and point out controversial ideas without interrupting the flow of the text.