Physiological systems in insects:
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Main Author: Klowden, Marc J. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam Elsevier/Academic Press c2007
Edition:2nd ed
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Item Description:As the largest living group on earth, insects can provide us with insight into adaptation, evolution, and survival. The 2nd edition of this standard text for insect physiology courses and entomologists provides the most comprehensive analysis of the systems that make insects important contributors to our environment. Physiological Systems in Insects discusses the role of insect molecular biology, nueroendocrinology, biochemistry, and genetics in our understanding of insects. Organized according to insect physiological functions, this book is fully updated with the latest and foundational research that has influenced understanding of the patterns and processes of insects. * Full update of a widely used text for students and researchers in entomology and zoology * Includes recent research that uses molecular techniques to uncover physiological mechanisms * Includes a glossary of physiological terms * New, extended section on locomotive systems * Provides abundant figures derived from scientific reports
Endocrine Systems; Integumentary Systems; Developmental Systems; Reproductive Systems; Behavioral Systems; Metabolic Systems; Circulatory Systems; Excretory Systems; Respiratory Systems; Locomotor Systems; Nervous Systems; Communication Systems
Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (x, 688 p.)
ISBN:0080551157
0123694930
1281029300
9780080551159
9780123694935
9781281029300

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