Comprehensive Insect Physiology, Biochemistry, and Pharmacology: Integument, respiration and circulation
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Page : 654 pages
File Size : 46,16 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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Page : 654 pages
File Size : 46,16 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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Author : G. A. Kerkut
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 11,82 MB
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 1483286193
This volume is primarily devoted to the analysis of the integument (epidermis, cuticle), the fat body, the connective tissues, the circulatory and respiratory systems. It discusses the organization and functioning of the insect systems implicated in growth, intermediary metabolism, homeostasis and defence mechanisms. Much of the volume is devoted to anatomical and structural developments, which appear as introductions to corresponding biochemical and physiological aspects. Many diagrams, drawings and photographs accompany the text throughout. Altogether, this volume presents a clear and up-to-date account of the most recent and important discoveries in the fields and shows the extent of progress which is expected in the near future.
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File Size : 30,2 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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Author : Gerald A. Kerkut
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Page : 762 pages
File Size : 26,92 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insect biochemistry
ISBN : 9780080308128
Over the past 25 years insect pharmacology has grown from a fledgling subject to one that occupies a major field of science. Volume ll reviews insect pharmacology past and present and effectively captures the growing confidence which imbues the world of the insect pharmacologist. It contains l5 chapters written in authoritative fashion by leading scientists and is fully illustrated and referenced. Insect preparations are proving ideal for resolving problems in pharmacology which have general significance, particularly at the molecular and genetic levels. This volume contains a wealth of data, information and ideas and will therefore be a valuable asset to all in academic or industrial research concerned with the science and control of insects.
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Page : 760 pages
File Size : 24,14 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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Author : G. A. Kerkut
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Page : 620 pages
File Size : 34,92 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080308098
Endocrinology II concerns the actions of hormones in insects, complementing Volume 7 which is concerned with the production and chemistry of insect hormones. While the preceding volume is directed mainly towards the insect endocrinologist, this volume has much of intrinsic interest to the general physiologist. It deals with the regulation of metabolism, reproduction, cuticle properties, and certain aspects of behaviour from a systems point of view and amply documents how hormones have provided basic insights into the functioning of such systems. Interference in endocrine regulation could provide future systems for insect control and this volume will provide the foundation on which the future formulation of these strategies is based. More information on diverse aspects of insect hormone action is brought together here than in any previous single work and this volume will therefore be a valuable reference source for many years to come.
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Page : 880 pages
File Size : 33,9 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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Author : P. J. Gullan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 584 pages
File Size : 11,12 MB
Release : 2010-07-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444317671
This established, popular textbook provides a stimulating andcomprehensive introduction to the insects, the animals thatrepresent over half of the planet's biological diversity. In thisnew fourth edition, the authors introduce the key features ofinsect structure, function, behavior, ecology and classification,placed within the latest ideas on insect evolution. Much of thebook is organised around major biological themes - living on theground, in water, on plants, in colonies, and as predators,parasites/parasitoids and prey. A strong evolutionary theme ismaintained throughout. The ever-growing economic importance ofinsects is emphasized in new boxes on insect pests, and in chapterson medical and veterinary entomology, and pest management. Updated'taxoboxes' provide concise information on all aspects of each ofthe 27 major groupings (orders) of insects. Key Features: All chapters thoroughly updated with the latest results frominternational studies Accompanying website with downloadable illustrations and linksto video clips All chapters to include new text boxes of topical issues andstudies Major revision of systematic and taxonomy chapter Still beautifully illustrated with more new illustrations fromthe artist, Karina McInnes A companion resources site is available at ahref="http://www.wiley.com/go/gullan/insects"target="_blank"www.wiley.com/go/gullan/insects/a. This siteincludes: Copies of the figures from the book for downloading, along witha PDF of the captions. Colour versions of key figures from the book A list of useful web links for each chapter, selected by theauthor.
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Page : 672 pages
File Size : 21,99 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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Page : 512 pages
File Size : 10,54 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Insects
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