Isbn: 9781528118545 - the Respiratory System of the Carolina Locust (dissosteira Carolina Linne): Thesis (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This meticulously researched book delves into the respiratory system of insects, examining its structure and intricacies. The author, with their expertise, traces the evolution of insect respiration from Aristotle's time through the 19th century and up to the present day. This comprehensive account offers a detailed analysis of the tracheal systems in grasshoppers, shedding light on their complex network of tubes that convey oxygen throughout the insect's body. With a focus on the Carolina locust, the book provides an in-depth examination of the morphology and functioning of the spiracles, air sacs, and tracheae, highlighting the remarkable adaptations that enable insects to breathe efficiently despite lacking lungs. 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.…