Behavioural adaptations of desert animals, Costa, Giovanni
Автор: Gaulin Steven J. C. Название: Human Evolution: Processes and Adaptations ISBN: 1516512219 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781516512218 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 13412.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Human Evolution: Processes and Adaptations is designed for introductory courses in biological anthropology. The book develops the theory and methods of the modern evolutionist and, with many clear examples, shows how to apply them to make sense of the biological traits that define our species. Featuring a scientific, issue-oriented perspective on human evolution – how it works, what it can and cannot do, and what it reveals about human nature – this textbook uses engaging analogies to make current research accessible to beginning students. This fourth edition includes new or expanded chapters on fossils and on genetics.More than a mere survey of the requisite topics, this book weaves the threads of natural selection, genetics, adaptation, speciation, classification, fossils, and human behavior into a coherent picture where each element usefully illuminates the others. In an approachable 250 pages, students learn not just the subject matter of biological anthropology, but acquire an evolutionary tool kit they can use to explore any biological question. Use of this tool kit is modeled through analyses that are of topical interest to the students, such as sex and sexuality. Human Evolution is a fresh, stand-alone text with key concepts depicted in more than 90 illustrations, and is designed to stimulate instructors and students alike.
Автор: Currey John D. Название: The Mechanical Adaptations of Bones ISBN: 069161217X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780691612171 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 8712.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book relates the mechanical and structural properties of bone to its function in man and other vertebrates. John Currey, one of the pioneers of modern bone research, reviews existing information in the field and particularly emphasizes the correlation of the structure of bone with its various uses. Originally published in 1984. The Princeton
Автор: Murray Elisabeth, Wise Steven, Graham Kim Название: The Evolution of Memory Systems: Ancestors, Anatomy, and Adaptations ISBN: 0199686432 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780199686438 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 14573.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The Evolution of Memory Systems sets out a bold and exciting new theory about memory. It proposes that several memory systems arose during evolution and that they did so for the same general reason: to transcend problems and exploit opportunities encountered by specific ancestors at particular times and places in the distant past.
Автор: Matthew J. Ravosa; Marian Dagosto Название: Primate Origins: Adaptations and Evolution ISBN: 1489978933 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781489978936 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 40389.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book provides a novel focus on adaptive explanations for cranial and postcranial features and functional complexes, socioecological systems, life history patterns, etc. In addition to the strictly paleontological or systemic questions regarding Primate Origins, the editors concentrate on the adaptive significance of primate characteristics.
Описание: This volume provides in-depth reviews of model systems that exemplify the arms race in host-pathogen interactions. Somatic adaptations are responsible for the individualization of biological responses to the environment, and the continual struggle between host immune systems and invading pathogens has given rise to corresponding processes that produce molecular variation. Whether in mollusks or human beings, various host somatic mechanisms have evolved independently, providing responses to counter rapidly-changing pathogens. The pathways they utilize can include non-heritable changes involving RNA and post-translational modifications, or changes that produce somatic DNA recombination and mutation. For infectious organisms such as protozoans and flatworms, antigenic variation is central to their survival strategy. Evolving the ability to evade the host immune system not only increases their chances of survival but is also necessary for successful re-infection within the host population.
Описание: This volume provides in-depth reviews of model systems that exemplify the arms race in host-pathogen interactions. Somatic adaptations are responsible for the individualization of biological responses to the environment, and the continual struggle between host immune systems and invading pathogens has given rise to corresponding processes that produce molecular variation. Whether in mollusks or human beings, various host somatic mechanisms have evolved independently, providing responses to counter rapidly-changing pathogens. The pathways they utilize can include non-heritable changes involving RNA and post-translational modifications, or changes that produce somatic DNA recombination and mutation. For infectious organisms such as protozoans and flatworms, antigenic variation is central to their survival strategy. Evolving the ability to evade the host immune system not only increases their chances of survival but is also necessary for successful re-infection within the host population.
Автор: Philip K. Groom,Byron Lamont Название: Plant Life of Southwestern Australia: Adaptations for Survival ISBN: 3110370166 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783110370164 Издательство: Walter de Gruyter Рейтинг: Цена: 22305.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The southwestern Australian flora is unique in the world, not only for its biodiversity and endemism, but also for its functional biodiversity. It also contains the world’s most nutrient-impoverished soils, has a prolonged-summer period and the vegetation is extremely fire-prone. These conditions have engendered an array of survival adaptations that have evolved in these harsh conditions across a diverse range of species. It is well recognised that the southwest flora has the toughest and most spiny vegetation of the world, the greatest number of species that store their seeds in woody fruits, and the most specialised means of obtaining limited soil nutrients and water.This book focuses on the survival mechanisms, adaptations and ecology of the unique Southwest Australian flora (restricted here to flowering plants). The book begins with an examination of how the flora has evolved into the present forms. It describes further in detail the adaptive responses of the flora to the main environmental pressures influencing survival - fire, summer drought, nutrient-impoverished soils, pollination and seed dispersal agents. Specialised responses to obtain essential nutrients are presented in three chapters – carnivorous plants, parasitic plants and specialised roots. An entire chapter is devoted to leaves, with an insight into how leaves may assist in protecting flowers and fruits from herbivores and seed-eaters. The book provides an ecological perspective on how the flora has evolved complex strategies to ensure species survival in the relatively harsh seasonal climate of a Mediterranean-type ecosystem.
Автор: N. S. Margaris Название: Adaptations to Terrestrial Environments ISBN: 1461583470 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781461583479 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 12157.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The present volume contains selected papers of the International Symposium on Adaptations to Terrestrial Environment, held in Halki- diki, Greece from Sept 26th to Oct 2nd, 1982.
Автор: Karen Overall Название: Clinical Behavioural Medicine for Small Animals ISBN: 0801668204 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780801668203 Издательство: Elsevier Science Рейтинг: Цена: 11641.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Animal behaviour treatment is a growing component in today's veterinary practice. This is an authoritative, scientifically-based reference on preventing, diagnosing and successfully treating behaviour cases. Every kind of problem, from aggressive behaviour to self-mutilation is discussed. It offers step-by-step guidelines, so practitioners can successfully manage behavioural problems from the first indication. Feares: * Emphasises scientific evaluation and step-by-step diagnosis of normal and abnormal behaviour * Details approved training methods for dogs and cats in households where there is more than one pet * Provides easy-to-follow client instruction protocols that can be photocopied and handed out * Discusses euthanasia * Provides the latest pharmacological treatments
ООО "Логосфера " Тел:+7(495) 980-12-10 www.logobook.ru
