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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Columbia University Press
ISBN-10
0231106165
ISBN-13
9780231106160
eBay Product ID (ePID)
593015
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
378 Pages
Publication Name
Theoretical Morphology : the Concept and Its Applications
Language
English
Subject
Life Sciences / Biology, Paleontology
Publication Year
1999
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Science
Series
The Critical Moments and Perspectives in Earth History and Paleobiology Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.1 in
Item Weight
22.3 Oz
Item Length
0.9 in
Item Width
0.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
98-008660
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
In his excellent book Theoretical Morphology: The Concept and Its Applications , George McGhee provides an admirable introduction to the complex theoretical landscape surrounding the exploration of possible biological form...an enthusiastic and scholarly summary of an exciting new scientific discipline., "In his excellent book Theoretical Morphology: The Concept and Its Applications , George McGhee provides an admirable introduction to the complex theoretical landscape surrounding the exploration of possible biological form...an enthusiastic and scholarly summary of an exciting new scientific discipline." -- James MacLaurin, University of Otago, Biology and Philosophy, "In his excellent book Theoretical Morphology: The Concept and Its Applications, George McGhee provides an admirable introduction to the complex theoretical landscape surrounding the exploration of possible biological form...an enthusiastic and scholarly summary of an exciting new scientific discipline." -- James MacLaurin, University of Otago, Biology and Philosophy
Grade From
College Graduate Student
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
571.3/01/51
Table Of Content
Preface What is Thereotical Morphology? The Concept of the Theoretical Morphospace Twists and Twigs: Theoretical Morphospaces of Branching Growth Systems Spiral and Shells I: Theoretical Morphospaces of Univalved Accretionary Growth Systems Spirals and Shells II: Theoretical Morphospaces of Bivalved Accretionary Growth Systems Step by Step: Theoretical Morphospaces of Discrete Growth Systems The Time Dimension: Evolution and Theoretical Morphospaces Theoretical Models of Morphogenesis: An Example Theoretical Models of Accretionary Growth Systems Theoretical Models of Other Aspects of Morphogenesis in Nature The Future of Theoretical Morphology Glossary
Synopsis
McGhee describes the steps involved in defining the geometric parameters (theoretical morphospaces) for an organic form in order to generate a spectrum of other possible forms that have never actually appeared. The book also addresses the simulation of actual processes of morphogenesis, with the goal of attaining a more nuanced comprehension of how evolutionary processes work. The book covers theoretical morphospaces, including those for univalved, bivalved, discrete, and branching growth systems., Theoretical morphology--which seeks to sketch the range of forms that biological entities could take, with the ultimate goal of discovering why certain forms exist but others do not--is among paleontology's most significant contributions to the understanding of evolution. Today, with the aid of computers in developing conceivable morphologies, the discipline has been able to advance into a remarkable tool for the study of evolution. Yet despite these advances, the field remains largely untapped and ripe with research potential. In this volume, paleontologist George McGhee presents the first complete overview of the field, its advancements in recent years, and the challenges ahead. Theoretical Morphology provides readers with the background they need to launch their own research. McGhee describes the steps involved in defining the geometric parameters (theoretical morphospaces) for an organic form in order to generate a spectrum of other possible forms that have never actually appeared. He also addresses the simulation of actual processes of morphogenesis, with the goal of attaining a more nuanced comprehension of how evolutionary processes work. Theoretical Morphology takes readers through a variety of theoretical morphospaces including those for univalved, bivalved, discrete, and branching growth systems. With a glossary of terms and a comprehensive list of references on the subject, this is an excellent handbook for graduate students or professional scientists interested in employing these cutting-edge techniques in their own research.
LC Classification Number
QH351.M335 1998
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