An Introduction to the Study of the Comparative Anatomy of Animals, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Exploring the animal world from embryo to adult
This edition presents a thorough survey of comparative anatomy, emphasizing how embryonic development shapes adult form across many animal groups. It covers features, functions, and development from simple organisms to vertebrates, with clear illustrations and a focus on making complex ideas accessible.
This volume builds on the first by expanding the discussion of embryology and anatomical structure, while acknowledging past errors and offering corrected figures. It outlines the structure and function of key organs, systems, and developmental stages across diverse species, helping readers see connections across the animal kingdom.- Systematic coverage of external features, internal organs, and organ systems in groups ranging from flatworms to mammals
- Detailed discussions of development, segmentation, and organ formation with practical explanations
- Historical context and commentary on scientific progress, including corrections to earlier descriptions
- Extensive illustrations and cross‑references to support study and comparison
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces the study of comparative anatomy, the study of similarities and differences in the anatomy of different species. The author begins by examining invertebrates such as flatworms and earthworms, before moving on to vertebrates such as amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. Throughout, the author emphasizes the relationship between an animal's structure and its function, as well as the evolutionary history of different species. The volume concludes with a discussion of the origin of the human species, examining the role of natural selection and sexual selection. The author's clear and engaging writing style, combined with his deep knowledge of the subject, makes this book an essential resource for students of comparative anatomy, evolution, and zoology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330185803_0
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