Flagellates: Unity, Diversity and EvolutionBarry S. C. Leadbeater, John C. Green The Flagellates presents a multidisciplinary view of the flagellates exploring both their unity, in terms of their structure, mechanisms and processes, and their diversity in terms of biogeography, niche colonisation, and adaptations to their environment. In addition, evolutionary relationships amongst flagellates are explored. This is the only book published on this subject and features the most up to date information available making it an essential read for any one interested in or working in this field. |
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Flagellates: Unity, Diversity and Evolution Barry S. C. Leadbeater,John C. Green Limited preview - 2000 |
Flagellates: Unity, Diversity and Evolution Barry S. C. Leadbeater,John C. Green Limited preview - 2002 |
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