Overview
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How have people used plants through time? What can be built from plants? How do you use plants every day? Plant Products finds the answers you want.
The Life of Plants explores the fascinating world of plants. From growth and reproduction, to habitats and products, every aspect of plant life is examined. Recent scientific research and amazing microscope photography reveal a hidden world, ranging from houseplants to Amazonian rain forest. Activities and experiments are included in each book to give you a chance to apply what you have learned
Each book in this series includes:
"Under the microscope" science features
dramatic photographs and information
up-to-date accounts of scientific development and research
a glossary and further resources.
Surveys the many uses of plants, including nutrition, fuel, building, gardening, and medicine.