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Author:
Zalasiewicz, J. A., author.
Title:
Skeletons : the frame of life / Jan Zalasiewicz and Mark Williams.
Edition:
First edition.
Publisher:
Oxford University Press,
Copyright Date:
2018
Description:
xiii, 294 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subject:
Skeleton.
Skeleton--Evolution.
Bones.
Bones--Evolution.
Spicule (Anatomy)
Anatomy, Comparative.
Evolution (Biology)
Biology.
Science.
Other Authors:
Williams, Mark, 1965- author.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-272) and index.
Contents:
10. Skeletons on alien planets. 2. A shell on the outside -- 3. A shell on the inside -- 4. Plant skeletons -- 5. Mega-skeletons -- 6. Mini-skeletons -- 7. Flying skeletons -- 8. Skeleton archives -- 9. Future skeletons -- 10. Skeletons on alien planets.
Summary:
The evolution of skeletons enabled an unprecedented array of bodies to evolve, from the tiniest seed shrimp to dinosaurs and blue whales. This book explores the incredible variety of skeletons in nature, and the impacts of climate change, and of medical and technological advances, for the future of skeletons.
ISBN:
0198802102
9780198802105
OCLC:
(OCoLC)994417870
LCCN:
2017953468
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
UQAX771 -- Des Moines Area Community College Library - Ankeny (Carroll)
OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)

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