Marine BiologyMarine Biology covers the basics of marine biology with a global approach using examples from numerous regions and ecosystems worldwide. This introductory, one-semester text is designed for non-majors. Authors Castro and Huber have made a special effort to include solid basic science content needed in a general education course, including the fundamental principles of biology, the physical sciences, and the scientific method. This science coverage is integrated with a stimulating, up-to-date overview of marine biology. |
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... bony fishes live in the ocean , where they are by far the dom- inant vertebrates . The composition of the skeleton is not the only distinguishing feature of bony fishes . In contrast to the tiny , pointed placoid scales of cartilaginous ...
... bony fishes live in the ocean , where they are by far the dom- inant vertebrates . The composition of the skeleton is not the only distinguishing feature of bony fishes . In contrast to the tiny , pointed placoid scales of cartilaginous ...
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... fishes swim by undulating their body in lateral waves that travel from head to tail . ( 6 ) Fast fishes with shorter ... bony fishes use different adaptations to maintain their position in the water . ( a ) Sharks use their fins for lift ...
... fishes swim by undulating their body in lateral waves that travel from head to tail . ( 6 ) Fast fishes with shorter ... bony fishes use different adaptations to maintain their position in the water . ( a ) Sharks use their fins for lift ...
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... fishes . They retain most of the urea in their blood ; their gills help in this process by blocking the loss of urea . Cartilaginous fishes also absorb water to prevent dehydration , mostly through the gills and from food . Excess salts ...
... fishes . They retain most of the urea in their blood ; their gills help in this process by blocking the loss of urea . Cartilaginous fishes also absorb water to prevent dehydration , mostly through the gills and from food . Excess salts ...
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The Science of Marine Biology | 3 |
Multicellular Primary | 6 |
The Scientific Method | 12 |
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