Biological Systems in Vertebrates ( Series )
Series editors: Hiran M. Dutta and Douglas W. Kline: Department of Biological Sciences, Kent State University, Ohio, USA
Renal Structure and Function in Vertebrates
Hans Ditrich: Institute of Zoology, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
ISBN 978-1-57808-305-3; 2005; 178 pages + 4 color plates; US $ 105.30      Buy Now


This book covers the structural and functional aspects of the excretory system in the verterate classes empahasising the evolutional premises and functional requiremwnts that form the basis of special adaptations. It provides a synopsis of the complexity and variability of vertebrate kidneys from the perspective of recent research.

Contents:
. Introduction
. Renal Components
. Elasmobranchs
. Osteichthyans
. Cyclostomes
. Amphibians
. Reptiles
. Birds
. Mammals
. References
. Glossary