TextBook of Embryology, Vol 2 Classic Reprint
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- New

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- Title
- TextBook of Embryology, Vol 2 Classic Reprint
- Author
- E. W. Macbride
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- PAP
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330487222
- ISBN 13
- 9781330487228
- Item weight
- 903 grams
A deep dive into how vertebrate embryos form their spine and bones, with clear, step‑by‑step explanations.
This edition examines the development of the vertebral column in a range of lower vertebrates, from sharks to reptiles. It explains how the notochord, sclerotome, and perichordal tissues interact to create the vertebral centra, arches, and intervertebral joints. Rich diagrams and precise descriptions illuminate the processes that shape early skeletons, including the roles of intervertebral cartilage, primary cartilage rings, and the fusion of cartilage with surrounding elements. The work contrasts evolutionary paths across groups and clarifies how growth and segmentation influence final anatomy.
Readers will gain a practical understanding of embryonic tissue origins, segmentation patterns, and the morphogenesis that leads to a functioning vertebral column. The text emphasizes clarity of language and careful use of technical terms to support learning and retention.
- How the notochord and sheath evolve into mature vertebral structures
- Variations in vertebral development across cartilaginous, bony, and amphibian lineages
- Roles of the sclerotome, perichordal layer, and intervertebral cartilage in vertebral formation
- Comparative notes on arches, centra, and joint configurations during evolution
Ideal for students, educators, and curious readers interested in the fundamentals of vertebrate embryology and its evolutionary context.
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