Anatomy and physiology of domestic animals / R. Michael Akers and D. Michael Denbow.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Denbow, D. Michael.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Veterinary anatomy.

Veterinary physiology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xi, 671 pages ) illustrations (colour)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Ames, Iowa: Wiley Blackwell, 2013.

Ames, Iowa : Blackwell Publishing, 2013.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, Second Edition offers a detailed introduction to the foundations of anatomy and physiology in a wide range of domestic species. Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, Second Edition offers a detailed introduction to the foundations of anatomy and physiology in a wide range of domestic species. Well illustrated throughout, the book provides in-depth information on the guiding principles of this key area of study for animal science students, fostering a thorough understanding of the complex make-up of domestic animals. This Second Edition includes access to supplementary material online, including images and tables available for download in PowerPoint, a test bank of questions for instructors, and self-study questions for students. Taking a logical systems-based approach, this new edition is fully updated and now provides more practical information, with descriptions of anatomic or physiological events in pets or domestic animals to demonstrate everyday applications. Offering greater depth of information than other books in this area, Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals is an invaluable textbook for animal science students and professionals in this area. Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, Second Edition offers a detailed introduction to the foundations of anatomy and physiology in a wide range of domestic species. Well illustrated throughout, the book provides in-depth information on the guiding principles of this key area of study for animal science students, fostering a thorough understanding of the complex make-up of domestic animals. This Second Edition includes access to supplementary material online, including images and tables available for download in PowerPoint, a test bank of questions for instructors, and self-study questions for students. Taking a logical systems-based approach, this new edition is fully updated and now provides more practical information, with descriptions of anatomic or physiological events in pets or domestic animals to demonstrate everyday applications. Offering greater depth of information than other books in this area, Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals is an invaluable textbook for animal science students and professionals in this area. Key features Introduces the principles of anatomy and physiology of a wide range of domestic species Promotes a thorough understanding of the structure and function of each body system Presents colorful illustrations throughout to depict the structures described Offers new sections showing the everyday relevance of the principles discussed Includes supplementary materials online, including test banks, self-study questions, and the images in PowerPoint at www.wiley.com/go/akers/anatomy

Contents:

Introduction to anatomy and physiology

Cell: the common physiological denominator

Fundamental biochemical pathways and processes in cellular physiology

Tissue structure and organization

Integumentary system

Bones and skeletal system

Muscular tissue

Introduction to the nervous system

Central nervous system

Peripheral and autonomic nervous system

Special senses

Endocrine system

Cardiovascular system

Respiratory system

Immunity

Urinary system

Digestive system

Lactation and animal agriculture

Reproduction.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781118688601

1118688600

9781118688663

111868866X