Book Details

• Publisher: Scientific International Pvt. Ltd.

• ISBN: 9789387025486

• Author: Rastogi V B

• Subject: Life Science

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• Copyright Year: 2025

About the Book

Organic Evolution, 3rd Revised Edition provides an in-depth exploration of evolutionary biology, encompassing both animals and plants, from their origins to the present. This updated edition includes the latest concepts, theories, and observations in a clear, accessible language, making it suitable for both students and researchers in the biological sciences.

The book is divided into five comprehensive parts:

• Part I: Concepts, evidence, and theories of evolution

• Part II: Mechanisms of evolution, including genetic mutations, chromosomal aberrations, and reproductive isolating barriers

• Part III: Speciation, focusing on population genetics, genetic drift, gene flow, and natural selection

• Part IV: Basic patterns of evolution, exploring microevolution, macroevolution, and adaptations

• Part V: Fossils, the origin of life on Earth, and the history of life through fossil records, including the evolution of horse and man

The text is richly illustrated with diagrams to enhance understanding and facilitate the learning process. This book is an essential textbook for students of biological sciences and anyone interested in understanding the foundations and progression of life on Earth.