Comparative Mechanisms of Cold Adaptation by Larry Underwood
By Larry Underwood
The ebook covers issues relating to chilly version, similar to power acquisition and usage; mechanisms of thermal tolerance; the body structure and standards of hibernation; and the function of neural inputs in chilly version. subject matters additionally contain cold-induced enzymatic changes; cold-induced responses in ectotherms and homeotherms; hormonal mechanisms; and plant version to low temperatures.
The textual content is suggested for biologists who want to comprehend greater different mechanisms excited about chilly variation and the significance of its study.
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