The System Of Branchial Sense Organs and Their Associated Ganglia In Ichthyopsida: A Contribution To The Ancestral History Of Vertebrates

By John Beard

Book Overview

""The System of Branchial Sense Organs and Their Associated Ganglia in Ichthyopsida: A Contribution to the Ancestral History of Vertebrates"" is a scientific book written by John Beard and published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive study of the branchial sense organs and their associated ganglia in Ichthyopsida, a class of fish-like vertebrates that includes both living and extinct species.The book begins with an introduction to the anatomy of Ichthyopsida, including their respiratory and circulatory systems. The author then delves into the structure and function of the branchial sense organs, which are specialized organs that are involved in the detection of water movements and vibrations.Beard also provides a detailed description of the ganglia, which are clusters of nerve cells that are associated with the branchial sense organs. He discusses their location, structure, and function, and how they are connected to the central nervous system.Throughout the book, Beard draws on his extensive knowledge of comparative anatomy to provide insights into the evolutionary history of vertebrates. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex structures and processes he describes.Overall, ""The System of Branchial Sense Organs and Their Associated Ganglia in Ichthyopsida"" is an important contribution to the field of vertebrate anatomy and evolution. It remains a valuable resource for researchers and students interested in these topics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 112093284X
• ISBN13: 9781120932846
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"