Biology for AP ® Courses covers the scope and sequence requirements of a typical two-semester Advanced Placement ® biology course. The text provides comprehensive coverage of foundational research and core biology concepts through an evolutionary lens. Biology for AP ® Courses was designed to meet and exceed the requirements of the College Board’s AP ® Biology framework while allowing significant flexibility for instructors. Each section of the book includes an introduction based on the AP ® curriculum and includes rich features that engage students in scientific practice and AP ® test preparation; it also highlights careers and research opportunities in biological sciences. Advanced Placement ® and AP ® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this textbook.