9788175961067, Animal Physiology, Knut Schmidt-Nielsen (Author), Foundation Books; 5th ed. edition, Paperback, English, Worldwide

Knut Schmidt-Nielsen was a renowned Danish-American physiologist and biologist, widely regarded for his pioneering work in animal physiology. He taught at Duke University and made significant contributions to the study of animal adaptation to environmental stress. His research focused on how animals regulate vital functions like temperature, water balance, and energy consumption. Schmidt-Nielsen's approach combined field studies and laboratory experiments to better understand physiological processes. He authored several textbooks, including the widely respected "Animal Physiology." His work remains influential in the fields of comparative physiology and biological sciences.

Preface

Part I: Oxygen

1. Respiration
2. Blood
3. Circulation

Part II: Food and Energy

1. Food and Fuel
2. Energy Metabolism

Part III: Temperature

1. Temperature Effects
2. Temperature Regulation

Part IV: Water

1. Water and Osmotic Regulation
2. Excretion

Part V: Movement, Information, Integration

1. Movement, Muscle, Biomechanics
2. Control and Integration
3. Hormonal Control
4. Information and Senses

Appendices

Index

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Foundation Books; 5th ed. edition (January 1, 2008)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 207 pages
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8175961067
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 0.5 Kg
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20.29 x 25.4 x 4.70 cm