An Introduction to the Invertebrates

Moore, Janet

ISBN 10: 0521779146 / ISBN 13: 9780521779142

Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2001

About this Item

- 226 mm. Trade paperback. Illustrated. Figures. Pp. xiv, 355. Includes glossary. Minor wear to cover including faint creasing around the foot of spine (mild bump). Overall, VGC. Seller Inventory # 002558

Bibliographic Details

Title: An Introduction to the Invertebrates

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge

Publication Date: 2001

Binding: Soft cover

Illustrator: Overhill, Raith

Condition: Very Good

Edition: First Edition

About this title

Synopsis:

An Introduction to the Invertebrates is a short guide to the invertebrate phyla, looking at their diverse forms, functions, and evolutionary relationships. This book introduces evolution and the molecular methods of tracing it. The volume then discusses the distinctive body plan of each invertebrate phylum showing what has evolved, how the animals live, and how they develop. Boxes introduce physiological mechanisms and development. Finally the author combines fossil and molecular evidence to present an up-to-date view of evolutionary history, showing a better definition of the relationships among invertebrates. This user-friendly and well-illustrated introduction will be invaluable for all those studying invertebrates.

Book Description:

A short, user-friendly guide to these often neglected animal groups, Introduction to the Invertebrates discusses the evolution, form and habits of all the major invertebrate groups. Clear and concise text and numerous line drawings spread throughout, aid understanding of form and function, whilst text-boxes highlight more technical additional information. This guide also shows how molecular techniques, combined with older methods can elucidate the evolutionary relationships between the different invertebrate groups. It will form an excellent introduction to the basics of invertebrate evolution and biology for all undergraduate biology students.