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Introduction to Paleobiology and the Fossil Record , 2nd Edition (Paperback, 2nd Edition)
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Introduction to Paleobiology and the Fossil Record , 2nd Edition (Paperback, 2nd Edition)
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This book presents a comprehensive overview of the science of the
history of life. Paleobiologists bring many analytical tools to
bear in interpreting the fossil record and the book introduces the
latest techniques, from multivariate investigations of biogeography
and biostratigraphy to engineering analysis of dinosaur skulls, and
from homeobox genes to cladistics. All the well-known fossil groups
are included, including microfossils and invertebrates, but an
important feature is the thorough coverage of plants, vertebrates
and trace fossils together with discussion of the origins of both
life and the metazoans. All key related subjects are introduced,
such as systematics, ecology, evolution and development,
stratigraphy and their roles in understanding where life came from
and how it evolved and diversified. Unique features of the book are
the numerous case studies from current research that lead students
to the primary literature, analytical and mathematical explanations
and tools, together with associated problem sets and practical
schedules for instructors and students. New to this edition The
text and figures have been updated throughout to reflect current
opinion on all aspects New case studies illustrate the chapters,
drawn from a broad distribution internationally Chapters on
Macroevolution, Form and Function, Mass extinctions, Origin of
Life, and Origin of Metazoans have been entirely rewritten to
reflect substantial advances in these topics There is a new focus
on careers in paleobiology
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Imprint: |
Wiley-Blackwell
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
April 2020 |
Authors: |
M. Benton
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Dimensions: |
280 x 216 x 27mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
656 |
Edition: |
2nd Edition |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-119-27285-4 |
Categories: |
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LSN: |
1-119-27285-8 |
Barcode: |
9781119272854 |
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