
Vertebrates
Structures and Functions
S. M. Kisia(Author)
CRC Press
1st Edition
Published on 28. November 2017
Book
Hardback
550 pages
978-1-138-47590-8 (ISBN)
Description
Describing the diversity and features of various vertebrate groups, ranging from the oldest living fishes to the relatively more recent evolution of mammals, this book covers anatomical systems including organs and tissues, as well as their function and differentiation in various vertebrate groups. The authors also discuss the evolution of vertebrate groups from the earliest extinct ancestors to current living vertebrates. The book contains illustrations to clarify various issues as well as discussions of vertebrate features that enable adaptation to aquatic and terrestrial environments.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Weight
1180 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-138-47590-8 (9781138475908)
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Content
General Introduction to the Study of Vertebrates.Diversity, Distribution and Characteristics of Vertebrates.Organization of the Vertebrate Body.Skeletal System.Muscular System.Integument.Nutrition and Digestion.Respiratory System.Reproduction and Early. Developmental Biology.Circulatory System.Nervous System and Endocrine Organs.Sense Organs.Excretion and Osmoregulation.Evolution of Vertebrates.