Biology, life sciences
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Biology, life sciences
Paperback. Offers coverage of molecular systematics including relevant aspects of nucleic acid sequences, the construction of phylogenetic trees, typing of bacteria by restriction fragment length polymorphisms, DNA hybridization probes and the use of the polymerase chain reaction in bacterial systematics. Num Pages: 238 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSGD; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 348.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412461200
- ISBN
- 9780412461200
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 189.17
€ 189.17
Hardback. Looks at how an animal is organized to carry out a difficult task - that of feeding on plants. The complex adaptations necessary to enable animals to obtain nutrients successfully from a herbivorous diet are many. This book examines these problems from the perspective of reptiles. Num Pages: 168 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 11. Weight in Grams: 527.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 168
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412461101
- ISBN
- 9780412461101
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.31
€ 192.31
Paperback. Describes the basic electrical properties of a variety of mammalian tissues in scientific terms that even a student who has had little formal training in the physics of electricity should find understandable. Num Pages: 128 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD; PSVW7. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 185.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412460500
- ISBN
- 9780412460500
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 123.36
€ 123.36
Hardback. Suitable for biologists, microbiologists, agricultural and food scientists, this title includes coverage of the history, and future possibilities for the major uses by man of microbes. Editor(s): Jones, Gareth. Num Pages: 488 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 885.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412457401
- ISBN
- 9780412457401
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.35
€ 244.35
Paperback. This edition pays particular attention to viruses in food webs, especially in aquatic environments, and to current concepts of virus classification. Also covered are: the evolution of viruses and how new pathotypes emerge; and the development of genetically engineered viruses. Num Pages: 224 pages, 17 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 355.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1995
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412451201
- ISBN
- 9780412451201
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.99
€ 63.99
Hardback. Provides a complete overview of this important group of coelenterates. This book deals with the physiological and ecological aspects of the jelly fish. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1430.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412451102
- ISBN
- 9780412451102
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 278.59
€ 278.59
Hardback. By interpreting the anatomy, morphology and physiology of barnacles within an evolutionary context, this book offers insights into the biological adaptation and development of these organisms. Particular attention is paid to the diversity of barnacle feeding and reproductive adaptations. Num Pages: 369 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT5; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 369
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412444203
- ISBN
- 9780412444203
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.14
€ 194.14
Paperback. Reviews reproductive function in humans and wild and domestic mammals, highlighting the loci suitable for manipulation. Topics covered include: the needs and potential value of manipulating reproduction; the current methods of controlling reproduction; and the future potential of new methods. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 790.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412443107
- ISBN
- 9780412443107
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.37
€ 125.37
Paperback. Offers a summary of the ecology of the world's vegetation. This book includes chapters that examine the form and function of each major biome throughout the world. Num Pages: 522 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 208 x 298 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1288.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 522
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412443008
- ISBN
- 9780412443008
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 192.23
€ 192.23
Paperback. Provides a treatment of plant anatomy and morphology for biology undergraduates, adopting a problem-based functional approach and exploring plant diversity as a series of different solutions to the design problems facing plant life on land. Num Pages: 340 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSTD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 669.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412442308
- ISBN
- 9780412442308
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.58
€ 124.58
Hardback. Second in the "Ecotoxicology" series, this book presents a discussion of theoretical and practical issues involved in the study of ecotoxicology. By concentrating on the key issues, it provides an introduction for those new to ecotoxicology while stimulating veterans in the field into a debate. Series: Chapman & Hall Ecotoxicology Series. Num Pages: 262 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1210.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412435300
- ISBN
- 9780412435300
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.98
€ 191.98
Hardback. This is an up-to-date review of the role of innervation in the development and maintenance of mammalian mechanoreceptors. The author provides a balanced, comprehensive synthesis of current morphological, developmental and functional knowledge of these cells. Num Pages: 370 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 370
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412434303
- ISBN
- 9780412434303
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.41
€ 247.41
Hardback. Explains the fundamental role of epithelia in plasma electrolyte and water balance. This book emphasizes on experimental approaches and methodology. Num Pages: 356 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSD; PSF; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412434006
- ISBN
- 9780412434006
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.35
€ 247.35
Hardback. Covers plant breeding, which has arisen from courses on this subject taught at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute. This book contains information contributed by many major European experts and is suitable as a reference work for those concerned with plant breeding. Editor(s): Hayward, M.D.; Bosemark, N.O.; Romagosa, T. Series: Plant Breeding. Num Pages: 550 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTL; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1400.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 550
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412433900
- ISBN
- 9780412433900
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 363.66
€ 363.66
Paperback. There has been an increasing interest in fish biology and fisheries for commerical reasons. This work reviews major topics in the field, ranging from genetic and motivational inputs to behaviour, through the main sensory modalities, to behavioural ecology and case studies. Editor(s): Pitcher, Tony J. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series 7. Num Pages: 740 pages, 12 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1060.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 740
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412429408
- ISBN
- 9780412429408
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.87
€ 251.87
Hardback. There has been an increasing interest in fish biology and fisheries for commercial reasons. This work reviews major topics in the field, ranging from genetic and motivational inputs to behaviour, through the main sensory modalities, to behavioural ecology and case studies. Editor(s): Pitcher, Tony J. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 736 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1205.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 736
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412429309
- ISBN
- 9780412429309
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 544.12
€ 544.12
Photosynthesis and Production in a Changing Environment
. Ed(S): Hall, David O.; Scurlock, J.M.O.; Bo...
Hardback. Presented by a team of international experts, this book provides information on almost all the major parameters of plant growth and the effect upon them of global climate change. Drawing from UNEP-sponsored training courses in the subject, it is useful for students and researchers in plant science, ecology and environmental science. Editor(s): Hall, David O.; Scurlock, J.M.O.; Bolhar-Nordenkampf, H. R. (University of Vienna); Leegood, Richard C.; Long, S. P. Num Pages: 477 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTD; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1093.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 477
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412429002
- ISBN
- 9780412429002
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.54
€ 191.54
Hardback. Incorporates modern molecular knowledge of genes into an evolutionary framework, stressing the importance of genomic integration in the evolution of multicellular phenotypes. This text reinterprets epigenetics, the evolution of sex and the evolution of longevity assurance systems. Num Pages: 478 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 851.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 478
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412410307
- ISBN
- 9780412410307
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 334.71
€ 334.71
paperback. Providing the researcher with the methodology appropriate to field experiments and useful analytical techniques this book includes measurements both of the environment itself and of the physiological and morphological responses of plants to it. Editor(s): Pearcy, Robert W.; Ehleringer, J. R.; Mooney, Harold A.; Rundel, Philip W. Num Pages: 480 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSTD; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 24. Weight in Grams: 851.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2000th Edition
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412407307
- ISBN
- 9780412407307
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.96
€ 126.96
Hardback. This advanced review of the interactions between motorneurones and muscles in vertebrates discusses the significance of nerve-muscle interactions for the normal development and maintenance of the vertebrate neuromuscular system and considers the consequences of their disruption. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSVW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 565.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412404900
- ISBN
- 9780412404900
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.23
€ 192.23
Hardback. Examines neurological disorders, their molecular basis and possible treatments. Following a section on biochemical function, probes and imaging, the contributors look at dysfunctions such as neuropathies and myopathies, and discuss pharmacological agents and toxic insults. Num Pages: 337 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 675.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 337
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412404108
- ISBN
- 9780412404108
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.01
€ 247.01
Paperback. This volume, which explores the topic of muscle contraction across the diverse fields of physiology, biochemistry and biophysics, has been revised and updated in order to include material on recent advances in such areas as in vitro motility assays and molecular genetic approaches. Series: Outline Studies in Biology. Num Pages: 155 pages, 78 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSB; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 155
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412403705
- ISBN
- 9780412403705
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 188.12
€ 188.12
Hardback. Presents a broad picture of the adaptations and responses of terrestrial and aquatic animals to low temperatures. It draws together recent research into topics such as hibernation, antifreezes in fish and the evolution of warm-bloodedness. A chapter on humans and cold is also included. Num Pages: 246 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412403507
- ISBN
- 9780412403507
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.98
€ 191.98
Hardback. Suitable for biologists, especially those concerned with the management and conservation of wildlife, this title gives a framework for the study of how animals select their resources (food and habitat) by taking the reader through different types of study design. Num Pages: 177 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: KCN; PSVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 449.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 177
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412401404
- ISBN
- 9780412401404
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.22
€ 187.22