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Zimmer, Marc

Bioluminescence: Nature and Science at Work

72 pp. | Twenty-First Century | October, 2015 | Library ISBN 978-1-4677-5784-3 $34.65 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-4677-8800-7
(4) YA The fascinating ability of some organisms to produce their own light is examined in depth. Zimmer offers bland explanations of the biochemistry, the ways in which animals and bacteria use self-generated light, and the latest uses of technologies such as biofluorescent markers. Profiles of scientists, historical and modern, are included, along with numerous color photographs and diagrams. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

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