{"product_id":"plant-anatomy-9781405126793","title":"Plant Anatomy","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis indispensable textbook provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of plant anatomy and emphasizes the application of plant anatomy and its relevance to modern botanical research.  \u003cp\u003eThe companion website, \u003ci\u003eThe Virtual Plant',\u003c\/i\u003e offers a collection of high quality photographs and scanning electron microscope images giving students access to the microscopic detail of plant structures essential to gaining a real understanding of the subject. Exercises for the laboratory are also included, making this work an indispensable resource for lectures and laboratory classes. Vist: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/virtualplant.ru.ac.za\/Main\/virtual_Cover.htm\"\u003ehttp:\/\/virtualplant.ru.ac.za\/Main\/virtual_Cover.htm\u003c\/a\u003eto access these resources.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlant Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential reference for undergraduates taking courses in plant anatomy, applied plant anatomy and plant biology courses; and for researchers and postgraduates in plant sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This book would be an excellent resource for undergraduate or graduate courses in plant anatomy and plant biology, and a valuable reference for researchers and postgraduates. Summing Up: Highly recommended.” (\u003ci\u003eCHOICE\u003c\/i\u003e, February 2009)  \u003cp\u003ePlant anatomy is a foundational and ever-advancing topic. This book by plant anatomy experts Cutler (honorary research fellow, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and president, Linnean Society of London, UK), Botha (Rhodes Univ., Grahamstown, South Africa), and Stevenson (curator and vice president for botanical science, New York Botanical Garden) give an up-to-date and concise treatment of the subject. The work covers classic subjects including morphology, tissue systems, meristems, transport systems, organs, and reproductive structures. Additional chapters address adaptive and applied aspects of plant anatomy, as well as practical microtechnique. A glossary with pictures provides a quick reference guide for terms...This book would be an excellent resource for undergraduate or graduate courses in plant anatomy and plant biology, and a valuable reference for researchers and postgraduates. \u003cb\u003eSumming Up\u003c\/b\u003e: Highly recommended. All undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals. –\u003ci\u003eR. B. Pratt, California State University–Bakersfield\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003eChoice,\u003c\/i\u003e February 2009)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"The book is very attractively priced, benefits from many excellent colour images ... Plant anatomy: an applied approach deserves to do well!\" (\u003ci\u003eAnnals of Botany\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface. \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Morphology and tissue systems: the integrated plant body.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral background.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdaptation to aerial growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe systems in detail.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Meristems and meristematic growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApical meristems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLateral meristems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractical applications and uses of meristems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 The structure of xylem and phloem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe xylem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe phloem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructure–function relationships in primary and.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003esecondary vascular tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 The root.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidermis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCortex.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndodermis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePericycle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVascular system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLateral roots.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The stem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStems – cross-sectional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransport phloem within the axial system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransport tissue – structural components.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcluding remarks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 The leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeaf structure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe epidermis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe mesophyll.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrengthening systems in the leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe vascular system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe phloem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecifi cs of the monocotyledonous foliage leaf 111.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSecretory structures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcluding remarks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Flowers, fruits and seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVascularization.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSEM studies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePalynology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbryology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeed and fruit histology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Adaptive features.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMechanical adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdaptations to habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eXerophytes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMesophytes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydrophytes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Economic aspects of applied plant anatomy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifi cation and classification.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaxonomic application.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedicinal plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFood adulterants and contaminants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnimal feeding habits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood: present day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood: in archaeology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForensic applications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePalaeobotany.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePostscript.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Practical microtechnique.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafety considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterials and methods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMicroscopy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix 1 Selected study material.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix 2 Practical exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCited references.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther reading.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley and Sons Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49407864734039,"sku":"9781405126793","price":45.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781405126793.jpg?v=1730500783","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/plant-anatomy-9781405126793","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}