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Dissection of Vertebrates

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ISBN-10: 0123750601

ISBN-13: 9780123750600

Edition: 2nd 2011

Authors: Gerardo De Iuliis, Dino Puler�, Dino Puler�

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The Dissection of Vertebrates provides students with a manual combining pedalogical effective text with high-quality, accurate, and attractive visual references. Using a systemic approach within a systematic framework for each vertebrate, this book covers several animals commonly used in providing an anatomical transition sequence. Seven animals are covered: lamprey, shark, perch, mudpuppy, frog, pigeon and cat. New to this edition: - Revision of the systemic section of the introductory chapter to maintain currency - Corrections to several parts of the existing text and images - New comparative skull sections included as part of the existing vertebrates - Companion site with image bank*…    
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Book details

List price: $44.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology
Publication date: 10/26/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 352
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.87" long x 0.35" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English

Dino Puler�, MScBMC, CMI, was the first recipient of the John J. Lanzendorf PaleoArt Award from the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology for best paleontological technical illustration in 2010. He received his Bachelor of Science in Zoology and his Masters of Science in Biomedical Communications at the University of Toronto. After completing his graduate studies, he spent the first part of his career creating visuals for textbook publications. The second half of his career has been spent working for a medical legal studio as an associate art director and medical illustrator. Dino also operates his own freelance business, specializing in animal anatomy and vertebrate paleontology. His work…    

Contents Guide Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Craniata and Vertebrata Phylogeny and Classification Vertebrate Relatives Craniates and Vertebrates Early Stages in the Evolution of Vertebrates Vertebrata Amniote Skulls and Classification
The Lamprey
Introduction
Skeleton
External Anatomy
Pleuroperitoneal Cavity and Viscera
Sagittal Section
The Shark
Introduction
Skeleton
External Anatomy
Muscular System
Digestive and Respiratory Systems
Cardiovascular System
Urogenital System Male Urogenital System Female Reproductive System
Sensory Organs
Brain and Cranial Nerves
The Perch
Introduction
Skeleton
External Anatomy
Mouth, Oral Cavity, and Pharynx
Pleuroperitoneal Cavity and Viscera
The Mudpuppy
Introduction
Skeleton
External Anatomy
Muscular System
Mouth, Oral Cavity, and Pharynx
Pleuroperitoneal Cavity and Viscera
Urogenital System
Cardiovascular System
The Frog
Introduction
Skeleton
External Anatomy
Mouth, Oral Cavity, and Pharynx
Pleuroperitoneal Cavity, Viscera, and Urogenital System
Cardiovascular System
The Cat
Introduction
Skeleton Postcranial Skeleton
External Anatomy
Muscular System
Digestive and Respiratory Systems
Cardiovascular System
Urogenital System
Brain and Cranial Nerves
Reptile Skulls And Mandibles
Introduction
-Turtle Skull and Mandible
-Iguana Skull and Mandible
Snake Skull and Mandible
Alligator Skull and Mandible
Dinosaur Skull and Mandible
The Pigeon
Introduction
Skeleton
External Anatomy
Musculature
Body Cavity, Viscera, and Vessels selected
References
Index