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Major Events in Early Vertebrate Evolution (Systematics Association Special Volumes)
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ISBN: 0415233704
Author: Ahlberg, Per Erik
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A multi-author volume Major Events in Early Vertebrate Evolution examines the origin and early evolution of the backboned animals (vertebrates)-the group which comprises all fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, including ourselves. This volume draws together evidence from fossils, genes, and developmental biology (the study of how embryos grow and develop) to answer questions such as:*When did the first backboned animals appear?*How are the different groups of backboned animals related to each other?*How did bones and teeth evolve?The authors are all experts of international standing in their respective fields, and present some of their own recent findings in conjunction with reviews of the latest work in this fast-moving and fascinating area of biology.
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