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The Insects

The Insects Structure and Function

4th Edition

Paperback (12 Nov 1998)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Insects is about how insects function as animals; it brings together basic anatomy and physiology and relates this to behavior. It emphasizes the roles of different functional systems in the context of the whole organism, using studies of many different species as illustrations. Unlike other texts, it does not dwell on classification, but takes an in-depth look at physiology. As such it will provide all biologists with a basic understanding of how insects work. A long-awaited update of a well-established standard text and respected reference work for students and researchers in zoology, entomology and physiology, it has been rewritten throughout, whilst retaining the successful structure of the earlier editions. Improved illustrations have been augmented with electron micrographs, and expanded reference sections will make it a valuable addition to all biologists' bookshelves.

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Cambridge University Press

Cambridge University Press dates from 1534 and is part of the University of Cambridge. We further the University's mission by disseminating knowledge in the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.

Book information

ISBN: 9780521578905
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
Edition: 4th Edition
DEWEY: 595.7
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 770
Weight: 1732g
Height: 246mm
Width: 189mm
Spine width: 40mm