Zoology & animal sciences
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Zoology & animal sciences
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
€ 538.50
€ 538.50
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. 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. 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
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
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
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. 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. 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
€ 122.12
€ 122.12
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
€ 190.35
€ 190.35
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
Paperback. Brings together recent advances in the cell biology, physiology and genetics of growth and differentiation of filamentous fungi. Many advances have been achieved through the application of new cytological, biochemical and molecular techniques to the study of filamentous fungi. Editor(s): Gow, N. A. R.; Gadd, Geoffrey M. Num Pages: 491 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PSQ; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1940.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 491
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412466007
- ISBN
- 9780412466007
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 256.39
€ 256.39
hardcover. Reviews the composition of the egg and its microflora and the factors involved in determining which organisms survive in and on the egg. Chapters cover subjects including the structure of the egg, transshell transmission and contamination of the egg with potential human pathogens. Editor(s): Fuller, R.; Board, R.G. Num Pages: 181 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1993rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 181
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412475702
- ISBN
- 9780412475702
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 222.57
€ 222.57
Hardback. Presents a guide to a field invigorated by technical advances in molecular and developmental biology. This book is suitable for students and researchers in areas such as developmental biology, vertebrate zoology and palaeontology. Num Pages: 366 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 366
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412483004
- ISBN
- 9780412483004
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.34
€ 192.34
Paperback. The accurate identification and typing of microbes is essential for workers active in all fields of microbiology. There are many molecular methods for this, and this text considers the possible applications of such methods and compares their advantages and disadvantages. Num Pages: 208 pages, 22 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSD; PSG; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412493904
- ISBN
- 9780412493904
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.35
€ 121.35
Hardback. Discusses that how reproduction in fungi is controlled by genetic and environmental factors. Num Pages: 319 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PSQ; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 631.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 319
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412496400
- ISBN
- 9780412496400
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.13
€ 244.13
Hardback. A concise and coherent review which discusses the physiology, structure and function of the pineal gland, as well as the biochemistry of melatonin and its mechanism of action. Num Pages: 348 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVD; PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412536007
- ISBN
- 9780412536007
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.85
€ 244.85
Hardback. Drawing together the diffuse body of information available on the organization and dynamics of ecological communities, this text attempts a synthesis of the main issues, aims to reconcile apparent conflict or contradiction and offers a simple overview of the major concepts and principles. Num Pages: 190 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PSTS; PSVS; RNC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412544903
- ISBN
- 9780412544903
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.89
€ 188.89
Paperback. Aims to help students develop a basic understanding and confidence on all matters relating to animal chromosomes. This book presents animal cytology as a science of seeing and interpreting chromosome form and behaviour, and of appreciating its evolutionary significance. Num Pages: 249 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVD. Category: (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
- 249
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412546006
- ISBN
- 9780412546006
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.37
€ 125.37
Paperback. Deals with microbial species that inhabit the human body, and the consequences of the intimate relationships that we share with them. It is intended that this book will provide an introduction to the normal microflora for those studying disciplines within the health sciences, and for those in the food industry. Num Pages: 124 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFG; PSG; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 196.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 124
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412550409
- ISBN
- 9780412550409
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.12
€ 122.12