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Over recent years there have been major advances in the application of molecular, biotechnological and genetic techniques to a wide range of aquatic species. Until now, many working in a hands--on capacity in the area of aquaculture have not known what the benefits of this work could be to them.

Table of Contents
Preface.

Acknowledgments.

1 Overview.

2 Gene Action I: Qualitative Traits.

3 Gene Action II: Inheritance of Quantitative Traits.

4 Selection and Realized Heritability.

5 Inbreeding, Crossbreeding and Hybridization.

6 Chromosomal Genetics I: Gynogenesis and Androgenesis.

7 Chromosomal Genetics II: Polyploidy.

8 Sex Determination and Control.

9 Control and Induction of Maturation and Spawning.

10 Transgenic Aquatic Organisms.

11 Genetic Threats to Wild Stocks and Ecosystems.

Index.

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      Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
      Publication Date: 13/08/2001
      ISBN13: 9780852382851, 978-0852382851
      ISBN10: 0852382855
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Over recent years there have been major advances in the application of molecular, biotechnological and genetic techniques to a wide range of aquatic species. Until now, many working in a hands--on capacity in the area of aquaculture have not known what the benefits of this work could be to them.

      Table of Contents
      Preface.

      Acknowledgments.

      1 Overview.

      2 Gene Action I: Qualitative Traits.

      3 Gene Action II: Inheritance of Quantitative Traits.

      4 Selection and Realized Heritability.

      5 Inbreeding, Crossbreeding and Hybridization.

      6 Chromosomal Genetics I: Gynogenesis and Androgenesis.

      7 Chromosomal Genetics II: Polyploidy.

      8 Sex Determination and Control.

      9 Control and Induction of Maturation and Spawning.

      10 Transgenic Aquatic Organisms.

      11 Genetic Threats to Wild Stocks and Ecosystems.

      Index.

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