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Text Book of Biology, Part 1: Vertebrata

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946.
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Text Book of Biology, Part 1: Vertebrata" by H. G. Wells is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as an educational text focused on the study of vertebrates, detailing various aspects of their anatomy, physiology, and biology, particularly through dissection. This comprehensive guide is intended for students learning about biological principles and the mechanisms underlying life processes in vertebrate organisms. The opening of the book sets a foundational context for learning biology, emphasizing the author's intent to use a correspondence teaching method to engage students in the study of vertebrate anatomy. Wells reflects on his experiences teaching from a distance, revealing the effectiveness of structured observations and detailed instructions for fostering a deeper understanding of biological concepts. The book begins with an introduction to the vertebrate class, specifically starting with the common rabbit, and outlines its external structure, circulatory system, digestive processes, and other key biological functions, establishing a basis for more complex studies in later chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
E-text Prepared by "Teary Eyes" Anderson and Dedicated To Destanie; With Hopes Her Dream of Becoming A veterinarian Comes True
Notes:
Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Release date is 2007-06-08

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