Encyclopaedic in scope, this is part of a multi-volume, fully illustrated reference on the functional anatomy of invertebrates. Published in 15 volumes, arranged phylogenetically, it begins with the protozoa and concludes with the invertebrate members of the phylum Chordata. Each volume examines the basic biology of such functions as sensation and motor control, respiration, digestion and reproduction. Augmented by the extensive use of high-quality illustrations, Volume 4 provides specific coverage of the aschelminthes phyla.
Introduction to the Aschelminthe Phyla: A Consideration of Mesoderm, Body Cavities, and Cuticle (E. Ruppert). Gnathostomulida (V. Lammert). Gastrotricha (E. Ruppert). Nematoda (K. Wright). Nematomorpha (J. Bresciani). Rotifera (P. Cl?ment & E. Wurdak). Acanthocephala (T. Dunagan & D. Miller). Priapulida (V. Storch). Loricifera (R. Kristensen). Kinorhyncha (R. Kristensen & R. Higgins). Taxonomic Index. Subject Index.