MarsupialsPatricia J. Armati, Chris R. Dickman, Ian D. Hume Cambridge University Press, 17 ago 2006 This 2006 book examines the exciting discoveries in the study of marsupials of the last 20 years. These discoveries have led to significant developments in our understanding of this unique group of mammals. The impact of these developments have been such that marsupials are coming to be seen as model organisms in studies of life history evolution, ageing and senescence, sex determination and the development and regeneration of the nervous system. This volume brings together information scattered throughout the primary literature. Coverage includes evolutionary history and management strategies as well as all aspects of basic biology. A complete listing of known species and a comprehensive list of references make this a unique repository of information on this fascinating group of animals. |
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Pagina 266 - Anatomically, the nervous system is divisible into two major parts, the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. The central nervous system (CNS) is composed of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system (PNS) is made up of the cranial and spinal nerves and of the autonomic nervous system.