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An up-to-date account of the general characteristics of the digestive system in each of the major groups of vertebrates. An understanding of these characteristics can provide a better understanding of the physiological and behavioural mechanisms involved.
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"Stevens, a recognized authority in the area of comparative gastroenterology, has succeeded in presenting a lucid, well-organized, and balanced treatment of this subject matter." Choice "I would commend this book to any gastroenterologist with a spark of scientific curiosity and to every medical librarian." Gut "This book provides a fund of knowledge and a very good guide and serves as a source for future studies in areas of nutrition, physiology, endocrinology and bowel mechanism." C.V.R. Indira, The Ind. Journal of Nutr. Diet.
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This book is for anyone interested in the structural and functional characteristics of the digestive system and how these vary among vertebrates. It discusses all of the major aspects of nutrition, anatomy and physiology in vertebrates and emphasizes the relationship between digestive strategies and the diet and environment.
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Comparative Physiology of Vertebrate Digestive Systems
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Cambridge University Press, 1988
ISBN 10: 0521330440
ISBN 13: 9780521330442
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Comparative Physiology of the Vertebrate Digestive System
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Cambridge University Press, New York, 1988
ISBN 10: 0521330440
ISBN 13: 9780521330442
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