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The Evolution of Organ Systems (Paperback)
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The Evolution of Organ Systems (Paperback)
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Systematics has developed rapidly during the past two decades. A
multitude of new methods and contributions from a diversity of
biological fields including molecular genetics and developmental
biology have provided a wealth of phylogenetic hypotheses, some
confirming traditional views others contradicting them. Despite
such inconsistencies, it is now possible to recognize robust
regions of a 'tree of life' and also to identify problematic areas
which have yet to be resolved. This is the first book to apply the
current state of phylogeny to an evolutionary interpretation of
animal organ systems and body architecture, providing alternative
theories in those cases of continuing controversy.
Organs do not appear suddenly during evolution; instead they are
composed of far simpler structures. In some cases it is even
possible to trace particular molecules or physiological pathways as
far back as pre-animal history. What emerges is a fascinating
picture, showing how animals have combined ancestral and new
elements in novel ways to form constantly changing responses to
environmental requirements.
The Evolution of Organ Systems starts with a general overview of
current animal phylogeny, followed by review of general body
organization including symmetry, anteroposterior axis, dorsoventral
axis, germ layers, segmentation, and skeletons. Subsequent chapters
then provide a detailed description of the individual organ systems
themselves - integument, musculature, nervous system, sensory
organs, body cavities, excretory system, circulatory system,
respiratory system, intestinal system, gonads and gametes.
Generously illustrated throughout, this accessible text is suitable
for both upper levelundergraduate and graduate students taking
courses in animal evolution, organogenesis, animal anatomy, zoology
and systematics. It will also be a valuable reference tool for
those professional researchers in these fields requiring an
authoritative, balanced and up-to-date overview of the topic.
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