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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... gills for oxygen- ation , and arteries that carry oxygenated blood ( in red ) to the rest of the body . FIGURE 8.16 The mechanism behind the irrigation of the gills. FIGURE 8.14 The digestive systems of ( a ) cartilaginous and ( b ) bony ...
... gills for oxygen- ation , and arteries that carry oxygenated blood ( in red ) to the rest of the body . FIGURE 8.16 The mechanism behind the irrigation of the gills. FIGURE 8.14 The digestive systems of ( a ) cartilaginous and ( b ) bony ...
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... gills and out . FIGURE 8.17 The gills of fishes are very efficient structures. Spiracle Gill slit Gills Pharynx ( a ) Water Water Mouth Water Buccal cavity Mouth Gill arch Gill Gill filament Operculum ( gill cover ) ( b ) Inhalation ...
... gills and out . FIGURE 8.17 The gills of fishes are very efficient structures. Spiracle Gill slit Gills Pharynx ( a ) Water Water Mouth Water Buccal cavity Mouth Gill arch Gill Gill filament Operculum ( gill cover ) ( b ) Inhalation ...
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Peter Castro, Michael E. Huber. FIGURE 8.17 The gills of fishes are very efficient structures for gas exchange . Bony fishes have four pairs of gills ( a ) , each containing two rows of numerous gill filaments ( b ) . Lamellae in the gill ...
Peter Castro, Michael E. Huber. FIGURE 8.17 The gills of fishes are very efficient structures for gas exchange . Bony fishes have four pairs of gills ( a ) , each containing two rows of numerous gill filaments ( b ) . Lamellae in the gill ...
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The Sea Floor | 19 |
The Geological Provinces of the Ocean | 33 |
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