Section I. Introduction -- Section II. Morphology and histology of the skeleton -- Section III. Dynamic processes in osseous formations -- Section IV. Teeth -- Section V. Phylogenetic diversity of skeletal tissues -- Section VI. Integrative questions.
Summary:
"Vertebrate Skeletal Histology and Paleohistology summarizes decades of research into the biology and biological meaning of hard tissues, in both living and extinct vertebrates. In addition to outlining anatomical diversity, it provides fundamental phylogenetic and evolutionary contexts for interpretation. An international team of leading authorities review the impact of ontogeny, mechanics, and environment in relation to bone and dental tissues. Synthesizing current advances in the biological problems of growth, metabolism, evolution, ecology, and behavior, this comprehensive and authoritative volume is built upon a foundation of concepts and technology generated over the past fifty years."-- Provided by publisher.
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