How Long to Read Chemical Ecology

How Long Does it Take to Read Chemical Ecology?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 30 minutes to read Chemical Ecology by for the National Academy of Sciences

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Chemical signals among organisms form "a vast communicative interplay, fundamental to the fabric of life," in the words of one expert. Chemical ecology is the the discipline that seeks to understand these interactions-to use biology in the search for new substances of potential benefit to humankind. This book highlights selected research areas of medicinal and agricultural importance. Leading experts review the chemistry of Insect defense and its applications to pest control. Phyletic dominance--the survival success of insects. Social regulation, with ant societies as a model of multicomponent signaling systems. Eavesdropping, alarm, and deceit--the array of strategies used by insects to find and lure prey. Reproduction--from the gamete attraction to courtship nd sexual selection. The chemistry of intracellular immunosuppression. Topics also include the appropriation of dietary factors for defense and communication; the use of chemical signals in the marine environment; the role of the olfactory system in chemical analysis; and the interaction of polydnaviruses, endoparasites, and the immune system of the host.

How long is Chemical Ecology?

Chemical Ecology by for the National Academy of Sciences is 206 pages long, and a total of 52,736 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 64% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Chemical Ecology Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 48 minutes to read Chemical Ecology aloud.

What Reading Level is Chemical Ecology?

Chemical Ecology is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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