Respiratory Physiology Of Vertebrates

Author : Göran E. Nilsson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139485357

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Respiratory Physiology of Vertebrates by Göran E. Nilsson Pdf

How do vertebrates get the oxygen they need, or even manage without it for shorter or longer periods of time? How do they sense oxygen, how do they take it up from water or air, and how do they transport it to their tissues? Respiratory system adaptations allow numerous vertebrates to thrive in extreme environments where oxygen availability is limited or where there is no oxygen at all. Written for students and researchers in comparative physiology, this authoritative summary of vertebrate respiratory physiology begins by exploring the fundamentals of oxygen sensing, uptake and transport in a textbook style. Subsequently, the reader is shown important examples of extreme respiratory performance, like diving and high altitude survival in mammals and birds, air breathing in fish, and those few vertebrates that can survive without any oxygen at all for several months, showing how evolution has solved the problem of life without oxygen.

Author : Go ̈ran E. Nilsson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 0511676700

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Respiratory Physiology of Vertebrates by Go ̈ran E. Nilsson Pdf

Describes how vertebrates get the oxygen they need and explores examples of extreme respiratory performance, including diving and high-altitude survival.

Author : Mogens L. Glass,Stephen C. Wood
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 543 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2009-07-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540939856

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Cardio-Respiratory Control in Vertebrates by Mogens L. Glass,Stephen C. Wood Pdf

Hopefully, this book will be taken off of the shelf frequently to be studied carefully over many years. More than 40 researchers were involved in this project, which examines respiration, circulation, and metabolism from ?sh to the land vertebrates, including human beings. A breathable and stable atmosphere ?rst appeared about 500 million years ago. Oxygen levels are not stable in aquatic environments and exclusively water-breathing ?sh must still cope with the ever-changing levels of O 2 and with large temperature changes. This is re?ected in their sophisticated count- current systems, with high O extraction and internal and external O receptors. 2 2 The conquest for the terrestrial environment took place in the late Devonian period (355–359 million years ago), and recent discoveries portray the gradual transitional evolution of land vertebrates. The oxygen-rich and relatively stable atmospheric conditionsimpliedthatoxygen-sensingmechanismswererelativelysimpleandl- gain compared with acid–base regulation. Recently, physiology has expanded into related ?elds such as biochemistry, molecular biology, morphology and anatomy. In the light of the work in these ?elds, the introduction of DNA-based cladograms, which can be used to evaluate the likelihood of land vertebrates and lung?sh as a sister group, could explain why their cardio-respiratory control systems are similar. The diffusing capacity of a duck lung is 40 times higher than that of a toad or lung?sh. Certainly, some animals have evolved to rich high-performance levels.

Author : J N Maina
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429530425

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Biological Systems in Vertebrates, Vol. 1 by J N Maina Pdf

Gives an account of the morphologies of vertebrate respiratory organs and attempts to explicate the basis of the common and different structural and functional designs and stratagems that have evolved for acquisition of molecular oxygen. The book has been written with a broad readership in mind: students of biology as well as experts in the discipl

Author : David J. Randall
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1981-02-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521222591

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The Evolution of Air Breathing in Vertebrates by David J. Randall Pdf

First published in 1981, this book presents an original approach to the evolution of air breathing in vertebrates from aquatic ancestors.

Author : Alan Hargens
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1991-10-31
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0824785584

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Physiological Adaptations in Vertebrates by Alan Hargens Pdf

This volume originates from a symposium held in Copenhagen in June 1989 to commemorate Kjell Johansen, who died March 4, 1987. The volume begins with a nonscientific but fascinating glimpse at Kjell, followed by an overview of the kinds of physiology that interested him, i.e. adaptational, environme

Author : George Morgan Hughes
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : History
ISBN : 0674152506

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Comparative Physiology of Vertebrate Respiration by George Morgan Hughes Pdf

This book is a concise study of the structure and function of vertebrate respiratory systems. It describes not only the individual organ systems, but also the relationship of these systems to each other and to the animal's environment. For example, the author emphasizes that a proper understanding of respiration involves a consideration of the external environment as a source of oxygen as well as the biochemistry of the cell; and, from the evolutionary point of view, that physiological changes in the respiratory and circulatory systems are dominated by the origin of the land habit. The author's approach to the subject exemplifies that trend to the amalgamation of Zoology and Physiology, which has become increasingly marked at universities and schools in recent years. This synthesis requires, broadly, a knowledge of classical comparative anatomy, ecology, evolution, physiology and biochemistry; an enormous task, but nevertheless one in which the zoologist holds a central position. This book indicates the nature of such an eclectic approach, with the animal, in its environment and its evolution, as its focal point. Covering a rapidly changing field of research the author refers to many recent views and indicates where these differ from those commonly accepted.

Author : Steven F. Perry,Markus Lambertz,Anke Schmitz
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780199238460

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Respiratory Biology of Animals by Steven F. Perry,Markus Lambertz,Anke Schmitz Pdf

Oxygen uptake for metabolic energy demand and the elimination of the resulting carbon dioxide is one of the essential processes in all higher life forms; in the case of animals, everything from protozoans to insects and vertebrates including humans.� Respiratory Biology of Animals provides a contemporary and truly integrative approach to the topic, adopting a strong evolutionary theme. It covers aerobic metabolism at all levels, from gas exchange organs such as skin, gills, and lungs to mitochondria - the site of cellular respiration. The book also describes the functional morphology and physiology of the circulatory system, which often contains gas-carrying pigments and is important for pH regulation in the organism. A final section describes the evolution of animal respiratory systems. Throughout the book, examples are selected from the entire breadth of the animal kingdom, identifying common themes that transcend taxonomy. Respiratory Biology of Animals is an accessible supplementary text suitable for both senior undergraduate and graduate students taking courses in respiratory biology, comparative animal physiology, and environmental physiology. It is also of relevance and use to the many professional academics requiring a concise but authoritative overview of the topic.

Author : George M. Hughes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1965
Category : Physiology, Comparative
ISBN : LCCN:lc63006281

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Comparative Physiology of Vertebrate Respiration by George M. Hughes Pdf

Author : G M Hughes
Publisher : Sagwan Press
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-02-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1376971232

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Comparative Physiology of Vertebrate Respiration by G M Hughes Pdf

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Author : G M (George Morgan) Hughes
Publisher : Hassell Street Press
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1014330203

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Comparative Physiology of Vertebrate Respiration by G M (George Morgan) Hughes Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Steve F. Perry,Bruce Tufts
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1998-07-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080585418

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Fish Respiration by Steve F. Perry,Bruce Tufts Pdf

Fish Respiration synthesizes classical literature and highlights recent developments pertaining to the respiratory physiology of fishes. Compiled by a team of international researchers, this comprehensive and authoritative review of the respiratory physiology of fishes will appeal to any comparative physiologist interested in this subject. First volume in the series dedicated solely to the respiratory system Contributors are world leaders in their respective areas Includes completely up-to-date material on the topic of fish physiology

Author : J. Eduardo P. W Bicudo
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1992-12-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 0849349761

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The Vertebrate Gas Transport Cascade by J. Eduardo P. W Bicudo Pdf

This volume presents contributions given at the international symposium on The Vertebrate Gas Transport Cascade: Adaptations to Environment and Mode of Life, held in São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil from September 10-15, 1991. Recent developments in the field and the unifying principles of basic respiratory mechanisms are covered, and reviews in major areas of respiratory physiology are complemented by recent experimental data. Principal topics discussed include conditions for gas exchange in selected special environments, ventilation of the gas exchanger, diffusing capacity and exchange between respired medium and blood, respiratory pigments and oxygen transport by blood, cardiovascular function and oxygen transport by blood, oxygen delivery to tissue, and transition to anaerobic metabolism. The Vertebrate Gas Transport Cascade: Adaptations to Environment and Mode of Life will be a useful addition to the reference collections of respiratory physiologists, comparative physiologists, cardiovascular physiologists, experimental biologists, students, and others interested in the topic.

Author : Robert G. Boutilier
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642753800

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Vertebrate Gas Exchange by Robert G. Boutilier Pdf

The structural and chemical limitations to respiratory gas exchange existing between the ambient medium and the cell are comprehensively treated. Beginning with an examination of the natural oscillations of respiratory gases in both terrestrial and aquatic environments, Vertebrate Gas Exchange details the structures involved in convecting the medium (air or water), the morphometrics of capillary gas transfers, and gas transfer kinetics. Important features include details on measurement techniques associated with tissue capillary supply and gas exchange kinetics.

Author : Roger S. Seymour
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400965362

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Respiration and metabolism of embryonic vertebrates by Roger S. Seymour Pdf

The papers in this volume were presented at an international symposium, held in South Australia on September 8-10, 1983. The purpose of the meeting was to present the comparative physiology of gas exchange, water balance and energet ics of developing vertebrate embryos. contributions were invited from leading research workers in an attempt to represent the forefront of investigation of all vertebrate classes and to promote a broadly comparative approach to the study of embryonic physiology. These proceedings therefore reflect the current level of research activity focus ing on each group of vertebrates. While considerable expansion and specializa tion has occurred in the area of avian embryos over the last decade, work on reptilian embryos is less developed and that on fish and amphibians is still in its infancy. Although a great deal is known about respiration and metabolism in embryos of placental mammals, the physiology associated with the curious mode of development of monotreme and marsupial embryos has not been examined until recently. In this symposium. the well-studied vertebrate classes are repre sented primarily by specific research papers that document original work. These are balanced by more extensive reviews of the lesser known classes.