The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs: An Original and Compelling Insight Into Life in the Dinosaur KingdomA detailed examination of the world of dinosaurs, their appearance, behavior, and families, describing current theories about their extinction and explaining how paleontologists study their fossilized remains. |
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Page 29
... Seen here in two views ( a ) end on , and ( b ) from the outside , it is plain that the wrist was extremely strong . The individual bones , which normally slide about freely , are welded together for strength ( os . ligs.bony ligaments ) ...
... Seen here in two views ( a ) end on , and ( b ) from the outside , it is plain that the wrist was extremely strong . The individual bones , which normally slide about freely , are welded together for strength ( os . ligs.bony ligaments ) ...
Page 30
... seen in the crocodile , so far as we can tell . Hip Muscles ( left ) Careful study of the surface of the pelvis and leg bones makes it possible to attempt a reconstruction of the main hip muscles of Iguanodon . In this diagram , the ...
... seen in the crocodile , so far as we can tell . Hip Muscles ( left ) Careful study of the surface of the pelvis and leg bones makes it possible to attempt a reconstruction of the main hip muscles of Iguanodon . In this diagram , the ...
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... seen in Nodosaurus consists of regular bands of larger and smaller bony plates . This would have undoubtedly conferred upon this animal both considerable strength and a certain amount of flexibility . The hind legs are pillar - like in ...
... seen in Nodosaurus consists of regular bands of larger and smaller bony plates . This would have undoubtedly conferred upon this animal both considerable strength and a certain amount of flexibility . The hind legs are pillar - like in ...
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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs: An Original and Compelling ... David Norman,John Sibbick No preview available - 1998 |
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs: An Original and Compelling ... David Norman No preview available - 1998 |
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