The Teeth of Non-Mammalian Vertebrates is the first comprehensive publication with high-quality color illustrations that describe the teeth of placental mammals. Descriptions of the dentitions are supplemented with explanations of jaw mechanics, and the microstructure and properties of the dental tissues included provides an integrated account of the relationships between structure, form, and function of teeth. Features 400 images, including numerous high-quality photographs from internationally-recognized researchers and world class collectionsOffers guidance on tooth morphology for classification and evolution of vertebratesProvides detailed coverage of the dentition of all living groups of vertebrates INDICE: Chapter 1 Cyclostomes Chapter 2 Chondrichthyes 1 - Sharks Chapter 3 Chondrichthyes 2 - Rays and Chimaeras Chapter 4 Osteichthyes Chapter 5 Amphibia Chapter 6 Reptiles 1: Tuatara and Lizards Chapter 7 Reptiles 2: Snakes Chapter 8 Reptiles 3. Crocodylia Chapter 9 Tooth Development Chapter 10 Tooth Replacement Chapter 11 Dentine and Dental Pulp Chapter 12 Enameloid and Enamel
- ISBN: 978-0-12-802850-6
- Editorial: Academic Press
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 392
- Fecha Publicación: 13/12/2016
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés