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This book may be described as an elementary practical handbook of Vegetable Histology and Physiology, containing in addition a short course of practical work on selected types of Cryptogams and Grymnosperms. It is divisible into three sections, namely, (1) Histology - Chapters I. to III., (2) Physiology - Chapters IV. to VII., and (3) Life Histories - Chapters VIII. to XII.
In the first section (Histology), I have exercised special care in giving clear and practical directions for microscopic work. Chapter I. is devoted to this purpose and to general instructions regarding the fixation and preservation of material, the cutting of sections, the application of reagents, and other practical matters.
In Chapter II. I have worked out a plan which has proved thoroughly satisfactory in practice. In my opinion, no candidate should be allowed to pass in Botany at such examinations as the Intermediate Science and Arts of London University unless able to produce satisfactory proof of having worked through a practical course in Organic Chemistry. Until examining bodies insist upon this, the teacher of Botany must include in his course a few lessons on the Biochemistry of plants. The student ought to know something more about proteins, for instance, than that they contain nitrogen and are coloured brown by iodine solution!
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This practical botany guidebook walks the reader through the process of studying plants, providing detailed instructions on essential techniques such as using microscopes and preparing plant material for analysis. The text begins by explaining how to use simple lenses and dissecting microscopes before moving onto more advanced compound microscope techniques. The book emphasizes the importance of proper preparation to effectively examine plant material, including sections on fixation, preservation, and sectioning. It also offers advice on mounting specimens, using reagents, and applying irrigation. In addition to providing a solid foundation in microscopic examination, this guide introduces physiological plant experiments, covering topics like photosynthesis and respiration. While some knowledge of biology is presumed, the clear and thorough explanations make this book well-suited for both students and laypeople interested in exploring the world of plants. Through a step-by-step approach and comprehensive explanations, this book empowers readers to conduct their own plant physiology studies with confidence and proficiency. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330383100_0
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