Zoology for Degree Students - Semester IV English 2022

This textbook has been designed to meet the needs of B.Sc. (Hons.) Fourth Semester students of Zoology as per the UGC Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). Comprehensively written, it explains the essential principles, processes and methodology of Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates, Animal Physiology: Life Sustaining Systems and Biochemistry of Metabolic Processes. This textbook is profusely illustrated with over 550 well-labelled diagrams, not only to supplement the descriptions, but also for sound understanding of the concepts. Key Features Extensive coverage of comparative anatomy of vertebrates with an emphasis on evolutionary origin, embryological development, phylogeny and functional utility of various organ systems. Detailed discussion on physiology of digestion, respiration, excretion, osmoregulation, blood and heart. Also discusses foregut and hindgut fermentation. Comprehensive coverage of metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and oxidative phosphorylation (energy metabolism). Over 100 boxed items throughout the text providing information on intricate terms or topics. Engaging chapter-end exercises having more than 800 questions to enhance and strengthen learning of the students