The Evolution and Function of Biological Macrostructures, 2019th Edition
$72.54
- Hardcover
170 pages
- Release Date
24 August 2019
Summary
With spectacular large-format images complemented by scientifically grounded, yet easy-to-read, explanatory texts, Georg Glaeser and Werner Nachtigall take you on an exciting journey through the fascinating world of macrostructures – small structures in nature that fulfill specific functions. This book will pique your curiosity about a secret world known only to a few by presenting an impressive range of evolutionary mechanisms, from shrimps’ “tail flips” to the adhesive pads of gecko seta…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9783662592908 |
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| ISBN-10: | 3662592908 |
| Author: | Georg Glaeser, Werner Nachtigall |
| Publisher: | Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG |
| Imprint: | Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 170 |
| Edition: | 2019th |
| Release Date: | 24 August 2019 |
| Weight: | 564g |
| Dimensions: | 226mm x 189mm |
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About The Author
Georg Glaeser
Georg Glaeser is a Professor of Mathematics and Geometry at the University of Applied Arts Vienna. He is also a passionate wildlife photographer.
Werner Nachtigall was, until his retirement, Director of the Institute of Zoology at Saarland University. He has conducted extensive research e.g. in the field of physiology and biomechanics.
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