Infused with the spirit of inquiry, Freeman, Biological Science integrates experimental data with biological concepts to help students learn to think like a biologist. This along with highlighting the increasingly interdisciplinary nature of biology, Biological Science gives students the tools they need for success in general biology and in future upper-division courses. *Infused with the spirit of inquiry-Rather than presenting biological concepts with an observational approach, (here's everything we know about X ) Freeman, engages student's sense of wonder by presenting actual experiments and data graphics. -Students are not given just the facts, but are encouraged to observe, interpret, and draw conclusions. *Experimental approach-Through the presentation of actual experiments, Freeman explains concepts in a motivating, how we know what we know basis.-Students learn first hand how research is done and begin developing their analytical skills. Data graphics used throughout each chapter mirror actual experiments. Students become familiar with interpreting data - great training for upper division courses. *Biology presented as an integrated science-Biological Science builds o