The Anatomy Of The Frog
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Alexander Ecker
Length16h 46m
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This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.
This detailed transcriber's note accompanies a comprehensive e-book on the anatomy of the frog, particularly Rana esculenta, as articulated by Dr. Alexander Ecker. The book, translated by George Haslam, is enriched with annotations, illustrations, and references to recent research, enhancing its scholarly value. The preface highlights the challenges of developing a thorough manual on frog anatomy and acknowledges the collaborative contributions of mentors and colleagues, particularly in refining the sections on cranial nerves and the central nervous system in collaboration with Professor Wiedersheim.
Haslam elaborates on the extensive updates made to sections on the urino-genital and sense organs to reflect recent scientific advancements, emphasizing the book's aspiration to serve as a foundational resource for future studies. Ecker, in turn, underscores the book's focus on descriptive rather than comparative anatomy, inviting readers to understand its intended scope and limitations.
The book offers a meticulous exploration of various anatomical systems in frogs, including muscular, nervous, circulatory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It systematically details the musculature across different body regions, underscoring the complexity of frog anatomy. The nervous and circulatory systems are examined with rich detail, highlighting the interconnectedness of these systems in supporting the frog's survival and functionality.
Further sections delve into the intricate anatomy of nasal, auditory, and vascular systems, showcasing frogs as pivotal subjects in physiological research. A focus on the lymphatic system underscores the importance of understanding its role in amphibian biology, compiled through historical and contemporary research. The comprehensive review of blood and lymph in amphibians illuminates the complexity of their circulatory systems, emphasizing the relevance of this knowledge in broader biological studies. The examination culminates in a detailed overview of the amphibian heart and blood vessels, providing a scientific exploration of cardiovascular anatomy. This book serves as a significant contribution to the field, offering a rich tapestry of anatomical and physiological insights into these fascinating creatures.
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GenreScience and Nature
Length16 hrs 46 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2THE ANATOMY OF THE FROG
3TRANSLATOR’S PREFACE.
4PREFACE TO THE FIRST PART.
5PREFACE TO THE SECOND PART.
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6CONTENTS.
7ILLUSTRATIONS.
8INTRODUCTION.
9SECTION I. THE BONES AND JOINTS.
10I. THE VERTEBRAL COLUMN.
11I. General Description of the nine Vertebrae.
12II. Description of Particular Vertebrae.
13III. Articulations of the Vertebrae.
14IV. Structure of the Vertebrae28 (Figs. 6 and 7).
15V. The Urostyle (Figs. 8 and 9).
16II. THE SKULL.
17A. The Cranium.
18B. The Bones of the Face.
19III. THE STERNUM (Fig. 24 es, hs).
20IV. THE BONES OF THE ANTERIOR EXTREMITY.
21A. Bones of the Shoulder-girdle.
22B. Bones of the Fore Limb.
23V. THE BONES OF THE HINDER EXTREMITY.
24A. Bones of the Pelvic Girdle (Fig. 41).
25B. Bones of the Hind-Limb.
26SECTION II. THE MUSCLES.
27I. MUSCLES OF THE HEAD.
28I. Muscles of the Eye.
29II. Muscles of the Face.
30III. Muscles of the Lower Jaw.
31IV. Muscles of the Hyoid Bone and the Tongue.
32II. MUSCLES OF THE TRUNK.
33I. Muscles of the Abdomen.
34II. Muscles of the Back.
35III. MUSCLES OF THE ANTERIOR EXTREMITY.
36I. Muscles of the Shoulder-girdle.
37II. Muscles of the Fore-limb.
38C. Muscles Of the Hand.
39IV. MUSCLES OF THE HINDER LIMB.
40II. Muscles of the Leg.
41III. Muscles of the Foot.
42V. MUSCLES OF THE SKIN.
43SECTION III. THE NERVOUS SYSTEM.
44I. THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
45A. The Spinal Cord (Fig. 97).
46B. The Brain (Figs. 98, 102, 103, and 105).
47C. The Coverings of the Brain and Spinal Cord.
48D. The Vessels of the Brain and Spinal Cord. (Fig. 110.)
49II. THE PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
50E. The Cranial Nerves.
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