Sea-Weeds, Shells and Fossils by Peter Gray and B. B. Woodward
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| Author | Gray, Peter |
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| Author | Woodward, B. B. (Bernard Bolingbroke), 1816-1869 |
| Title | Sea-Weeds, Shells and Fossils |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Sea-Weeds, Shells and Fossils" by Peter Gray and B. B. Woodward is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work provides an in-depth exploration of marine botany, specifically focusing on various species of seaweeds and shells, as well as insights into their ecological importance and collection methods. It aims to offer knowledge beneficial for both academic and amateur scientists interested in the study of marine life and its diverse forms. The opening of the text begins with a detailed description of seaweeds (Algæ), including their varieties, structures, and methods of reproduction. It illustrates the significant role seaweeds play in marine ecosystems and their economic importance, discussing edible species and their uses. It also provides practical advice for collectors on how to gather these organisms, detailing tools and techniques to ensure that specimens are collected and preserved properly. As the book progresses, readers can expect a thorough classification of seaweeds, along with an examination of the shells authored by Woodward, making it a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts of marine biology and natural history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Marine algae -- Identification -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Mollusks -- Identification -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Mollusks -- Classification -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Mollusks, Fossil -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37119 |
| Release Date | Aug 18, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 511 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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