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
... Bones ( below ) 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 ...
... Bones ( below ) 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 ...
Page 64
... bone ( pubis ) pointing forwards . However , the hip of Ceratosaurus is unusual in that the individual bones are firmly welded together and the sutures ( areas of contact of the bones ) are obliterated . Several skulls are known which ...
... bone ( pubis ) pointing forwards . However , the hip of Ceratosaurus is unusual in that the individual bones are firmly welded together and the sutures ( areas of contact of the bones ) are obliterated . Several skulls are known which ...
Page 71
... bone in the back wherever possible . The pelvic bones are very large to allow for the attachment of big leg muscles and also to provide a strong socket for the hip joint itself . The huge blade - like upper pelvic bone ( ilium ) has a ...
... bone in the back wherever possible . The pelvic bones are very large to allow for the attachment of big leg muscles and also to provide a strong socket for the hip joint itself . The huge blade - like upper pelvic bone ( ilium ) has a ...
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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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