Animal Biochromes and Structural Colours, Second Edition offers an in-depth exploration into the fascinating realm of color in the animal kingdom. This volume provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of how biochromes (pigments) and structural elements combine to create the stunning array of colors seen across diverse species. Drawing on two decades of research since its first publication, this updated edition integrates the latest findings in biological pigmentation, offering insights into the chemical and physical mechanisms that contribute to color manifestation. Whether you are a student, biologist, or a curious reader, this book covers everything from the vivid hues of fish and birds to the intricate pigmentation of reptiles and mollusks. This second edition features not only a careful revision of the original content but also a supplemental section that addresses more recent discoveries regarding prominent pigments like carotenoids, tetrapyrroles, and melanins. With updated references, modern terminology, and refined explanations, this edition retains its scientific rigor while making advancements more accessible to readers. It is an essential resource for those looking to deepen their knowledge of animal coloration and its significance across biological disciplines.
This title was originally published in 1976.
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Animal Biochromes and Structural Colours, Second Edition
Physical, Chemical, and Distributional and Physiological Features of Coloured Bodies in the Animal World
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Animal Biochromes and Structural Colours, Second Edition
Physical, Chemical, and Distributional and Physiological Features of Coloured Bodies in the Animal World
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- CONTENTS 1
- TEXT-FIGURES
- TABLES
- PREFACE TO SECOND EDITION
- PREFACE TO FIRST EDITION
- CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION
- CHAPTER II PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL FOUNDATIONS OF COLOUR
- CHAPTER IV TYNDALL SCATTERING AND DIFFRACTION COLOURS
- CHAPTER V IRIDESCENT COLOURS
- CHAPTER VI CAROTENOIDS
- CHAPTER VII CHROMOLIPOIDS OR LIPOFUSCINES
- CHAPTER VIII QUINONES
- CHAPTER IX ANTHOCYANS AND FLAVONES
- CHAPTER X INDOLE PIGMENTS: INDIGOIDS AND MELANINS
- CHAPTER XI TETRAPYRROLES: PORPHINS AND BILINS
- CHAPTER XII FLAVINS OR LYOCHROMES
- CHAPTER XIII PURINES AND PTERINS
- CHAPTER XIV SOME MISCELLANEOUS ANIMAL BIOCHROMES
- BIBLIOGRAPHY
- INDEX OF SUBJECTS
- INDEX OF AUTHORS
- SUPPLEMENT
- SUPPLEMENTARY INDEX OF SUBJECTS
- SUPPLEMENTARY INDEX OF AUTHORS
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