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The chemistry of life

by Steven Rose, Sarah Bullock

An examination of the core methods and discoveries of biochemistry, including theories on the origins of life on Earth. It also discusses practical techniques used to analyse viruses and develop new pharmacological cures.

Accession 5911 ISBN 0140125329 Publisher Penguin
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