“Growing Up” explores the fascinating biological processes driving growth and maturation across humans, animals, and plants. It reveals how a tiny seed becomes a tree and a puppy transforms into a dog by examining the underlying science of life's transformations. Delving into genetics, ecology, and medicine, the book highlights intriguing facts, such as how cellular division orchestrates development from infancy to adulthood and how hormonal regulation influences growth trajectories. Understanding these mechanisms sheds light on health, longevity, and the interconnectedness of life.
The book uniquely integrates the study of growth across different kingdoms, revealing common biological threads while acknowledging species-specific variations. It progresses logically from basic building blocks like cells and DNA to human development, animal maturation, and plant growth, emphasizing the roles of genetics, nutrition, and environmental factors. By comparing developmental strategies, “Growing Up” uncovers fundamental principles often obscured by details, making it valuable to students, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about life's wonders.
