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Insectivorous Plants

AUTHOR Darwin, Charles
PUBLISHER Kessinger Publishing (01/17/2007)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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Insectivorous Plants is a scientific book written by renowned naturalist and biologist, Charles Darwin. The book provides a detailed account of carnivorous plants that are capable of trapping and digesting insects as a source of nutrients. Darwin explores the different types of insectivorous plants, their unique methods of trapping insects, and the evolutionary adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in nutrient-poor environments.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of insectivorous plants. Darwin examines the structure and function of the traps used by different species of carnivorous plants, including the Venus flytrap, bladderwort, and sundew. He also discusses the physiological and biochemical mechanisms that enable these plants to digest and absorb nutrients from their prey.Throughout the book, Darwin provides detailed descriptions of his experiments and observations of insectivorous plants, drawing on his extensive knowledge of botany and biology. He also discusses the implications of his findings for the broader field of evolutionary biology, including the role of natural selection in shaping the development of insectivorous plants.Insectivorous Plants is a seminal work in the field of botany and remains an important reference for scientists and researchers interested in the study of carnivorous plants. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it accessible to a wide range of readers interested in the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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ISBN-13: 9781430460688
ISBN-10: 1430460687
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 476
Carton Quantity: 16
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 1.06 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 1.53 pound(s)
Country of Origin: US
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Science | Life Sciences - Botany
Science | Plants - Flowers
Science | Animals - Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures
Dewey Decimal: 582.1
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Insectivorous Plants is a scientific book written by renowned naturalist and biologist, Charles Darwin. The book provides a detailed account of carnivorous plants that are capable of trapping and digesting insects as a source of nutrients. Darwin explores the different types of insectivorous plants, their unique methods of trapping insects, and the evolutionary adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in nutrient-poor environments.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of insectivorous plants. Darwin examines the structure and function of the traps used by different species of carnivorous plants, including the Venus flytrap, bladderwort, and sundew. He also discusses the physiological and biochemical mechanisms that enable these plants to digest and absorb nutrients from their prey.Throughout the book, Darwin provides detailed descriptions of his experiments and observations of insectivorous plants, drawing on his extensive knowledge of botany and biology. He also discusses the implications of his findings for the broader field of evolutionary biology, including the role of natural selection in shaping the development of insectivorous plants.Insectivorous Plants is a seminal work in the field of botany and remains an important reference for scientists and researchers interested in the study of carnivorous plants. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it accessible to a wide range of readers interested in the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Author: Darwin, Charles
Charles Darwin was an English naturalist and author best-known for his revolutionary theories on the origin of species, human evolution, and natural selection. A life-long interest in the natural world led Darwin to neglect his medical studies and instead embark on a five-year scientific voyage on the HMS Beagle, where he established his reputation as a geologist and gathered much of the evidence that fuelled his later theories.A prolific writer, Darwin s most famous published works include The Voyage of the Beagle, On the Origin of Species, The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex, and The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals. Darwin died in 1882, and in recognition of his contributions to science, is buried in Westminster Abbey along with John Herschel and Isaac Newton.
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