TY - BOOK AU - White,Peter TI - Data-handling in biomedical science SN - 9780521143868 AV - QR 69.D35 W45 PY - 2010/// CY - Cambridge, New York PB - Cambridge University Press KW - Microbiology KW - Data processing KW - Microbiological Phenomena KW - Statistics as Topic N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - "Packed with worked examples and problems, this book will help the reader improve their confidence and skill in data-handling. The mathematical methods needed for problem-solving are described in the first part of the book, with chapters covering topics such as indices, graphs and logarithms. The following eight chapters explore data-handling in different areas of microbiology and biochemistry including microbial growth, enzymes and radioactivity. Each chapter is fully illustrated with worked examples that provide a step-by-step guide to the solution of the most common problems. Over 30 exercises, ranging in difficulty and length, allow you to practise your skills and are accompanied by a full set of hints and solutions"--Provided by publisher; "Data-handling means the interpreting and refining of experimental results. This book is aimed at helping to improve confidence and skill in data-handling. It is intended for undergraduate students, and for graduate students who may still have a little to learn. Although microbiology began with simple observations (the organisms are small, they have various shapes, and some are motile) the subject has become a quantitative, experimental science. As an example consider the following statement: 'Poly ?-hydroxybutyrate may make up 70% of the dry weight of Azotobacter'"--Provided by publisher UR - http://assets.cambridge.org/97805211/94556/cover/9780521194556.jpg UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1004/2009053993-b.html UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1004/2009053993-d.html UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1004/2009053993-t.html ER -