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Many students have only a limited knowledge of biology before starting a variety of equine courses, from BHS stages to National Certificate and Diploma and HND/degree. This title provides the information students of equine subjects require, particularly those without a GCSE or A level in biology. It is also suitable for serious horse owners.

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'[Puts] scientific information into a form that does not require previous training in biology to follow and understand.' The Journal of Equine Studies Vol 2 No 2

'This book aims to supply the student of equine studies with all the information they need, including basic microbiology, genetics and physiology. It is aimed particularly at those doing a (UK) First Diploma, National Diploma, National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, and Advanced National Certificate, and all students studying for BHS or other equine-related examinations.'

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Table of Contents
Introduction.

Cells, tissues and organ systems.

The digestive system.

Circulatory system.

Respiratory system.

Nervous and hormonal systems.

The locomotory system.

Genetics.

Reproduction in horses.

Homeostasis.

Diseases in horses.

Glossary.

Introduction to Horse Biology

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      Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
      Published 28 January 2005
      ISBN-13 9781405121620
      978-1405121620
      ISBN-10 1405121629
      Also in:
      Equine veterinary medicine Veterinary anatomy and physiology

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Many students have only a limited knowledge of biology before starting a variety of equine courses, from BHS stages to National Certificate and Diploma and HND/degree. This title provides the information students of equine subjects require, particularly those without a GCSE or A level in biology. It is also suitable for serious horse owners.

      Trade Review
      '[Puts] scientific information into a form that does not require previous training in biology to follow and understand.' The Journal of Equine Studies Vol 2 No 2

      'This book aims to supply the student of equine studies with all the information they need, including basic microbiology, genetics and physiology. It is aimed particularly at those doing a (UK) First Diploma, National Diploma, National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, and Advanced National Certificate, and all students studying for BHS or other equine-related examinations.'

      www.cabi.org



      Table of Contents
      Introduction.

      Cells, tissues and organ systems.

      The digestive system.

      Circulatory system.

      Respiratory system.

      Nervous and hormonal systems.

      The locomotory system.

      Genetics.

      Reproduction in horses.

      Homeostasis.

      Diseases in horses.

      Glossary.

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