Biology: Science for Life 6e
Colleen Belk, Virginia B. Maier
Biology: Science for Life, a non-majors Biology text that’s built for the real world, is the definitive text for connecting fundamental biological principles to the high-interest issues of today. Every chapter weaves a compelling, repeated storyline—from global climate change and e-cigarettes to the science of human variation—to bring concepts to life and demonstrate how science answers complex questions. Proven features like Working with Data and Sounds Right, But Is It? guide students to think critically, evaluate evidence and become scientifically literate citizens. Now available in Top Hat, the text offers unmatched interactivity with embedded questions and videos, personalized AI-driven study support through Top Hat Ace and flexible customization tools—making it easier than ever to elevate engagement and accountability in your course.

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Table of Contents for Biology: Science for Life 6e
- Preface
- Chapter 1: Can Science Cure the Common Cold?
- Chapter 2: Science Fiction, Bad Science, and Pseudoscience
- Chapter 3: Is It Possible to Supplement Your Way to Better Performance and Health?
- Chapter 4: Body Weight and Health
- Chapter 5: Life in the Greenhouse
- Chapter 6: Cancer
- Chapter 7: Fertility
- Chapter 8: Does Testing Save Lives?
- Chapter 9: Biology of Wrongful Convictions
- Chapter 10: Genetically Modified Organisms
- Chapter 11: Where Did We Come From?
- Chapter 12: An Evolving Enemy
- Chapter 13: Understanding Race