Genetics Essentials Update 5th edition by Pierce

Genetics Essentials, Update 5th edition by Pierce, offers a concise introduction to the major principles of heredity and molecular genetics. Designed for undergraduate courses, the book focuses on essential topics such as Mendelian inheritance, chromosomes, DNA structure and replication, gene expression, mutation, genetic technology, and population genetics. Pierce’s approachable explanations and emphasis on conceptual understanding help students connect genetic mechanisms to biological outcomes. Published by Macmillan, this updated edition is well suited for biology, pre-health, and allied science students who need a focused genetics resource without unnecessary depth.