An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. 4 by William Kirby and William Spence
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About this eBook
| Author | Kirby, William, 1759-1850 |
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| Author | Spence, William, 1783-1860 |
| Title |
An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. 4 or Elements of the Natural History of the Insects |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Douglas L. Alley, III, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. 4" by William Kirby and William Spence is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This volume focuses on the internal anatomy and physiology of insects, detailing their various bodily systems including sensation, respiration, circulation, and reproduction. It serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the biological functions and structures of these creatures, merging observations with theological reflections on the complexity of life. The opening of this volume presents an in-depth examination of the internal anatomy of insects, beginning with their nervous system and the various types of sensory and motory organs. It explains how insects, despite their seeming simplicity, share fundamental anatomical features with vertebrates, such as specialized organs for respiration and circulation. In particular, the text highlights the distinction between the nervous systems of insects and higher animals, delving into the intricacies of how these systems operate and the implications for our understanding of insect behavior and instinct. Overall, the introduction sets the stage for a detailed exploration of insect physiology that bridges entomology with broader biological principles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Insects |
| Subject | Insect pests |
| Subject | Insect societies |
| Subject | Insects -- History |
| Subject | Beneficial insects |
| Subject | Insects -- Host plants |
| Subject | Insects -- Life cycles |
| Subject | Insects -- Habitations |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43579 |
| Release Date | Aug 27, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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