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- Offers a readable introduction to basic knowledge in domestic animal anatomy and physiology
- Covers equine, canine, feline, bovine, ovine, ruminant, swine, and poultry anatomy and physiology
- Considers structure and function in relation to each other for a full understanding of the relationship between the two
- Provides pedagogical tools to promote learning, including chapter outlines, study questions, self-evaluation exercises, clinical correlates, key terms, suggested readings, and a robust art program
- Includes access to a companion website with video clips, review questions, and the figures from the book in PowerPoint
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contributors xi
Preface xiii
Acknowledgments xv
About the Companion Website xvii
1 Basics of Structure and Function 1
2 Body Water: Properties and Functions 25
3 Blood and Its Functions 42
4 Nervous System 78
5 The Sensory Organs 117
6 Endocrine System 152
7 Bones, Joints, and Synovial Fluid 171
8 Muscle 198
9 The Cardiovascular System 220
10 The Respiratory System 258
11 The Urinary System 298
12 Digestion and Absorption 341
13 Body Heat and Temperature Regulation 402
14 Male Reproduction 412
15 Female Reproduction 438
16 Lactation 481
Appendix A Normal Blood Values 497
Appendix B Answers to Self Evaluation 501
Index 507
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Auteur | William O. Reece |
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ISBN / EAN | 9780813814513 |
Aantal pagina's | 577 |
Uitvoering | Paperback |
Taal | Engels |
Jaar | 2009 |
Kenmerken | Diverse (huis)dieren | Functionele anatomie en fysiologie van huisdieren |
Artikelnummer | DH141 |
Characteristics | Common animals | Anatomy | Physiology |
Informatie | Nee |
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