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Title: The Life of Crustacea
Note: Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Life of Crustacea" by W. T. Calman is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work provides an extensive overview of the natural history, habits, and classification of Crustacea, aiming to present complex zoological topics in an accessible manner for readers with limited technical background. At the start of the text, the author introduces the reader to the diversity and importance of Crustacea, highlighting familiar examples such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps. Calman explains that many readers may be surprised to learn that other creatures like barnacles and woodlice are also classified within this group. The opening lays the groundwork for a detailed exploration by addressing the classification of Crustacea within the broader context of the animal kingdom (Arthropoda) and emphasizing their varied adaptations and evolutionary significance. It sets the stage for further chapters that will deepen the reader's understanding of these fascinating animals through their physiological and ecological attributes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Calman, W. T. (William Thomas), 1871-1952
EBook No.: 39904
Published: Jun 3, 2012
Downloads: 86
Language: English
Subject: Crustacea
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Life of Crustacea
Note: Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Dianna Adair, Bryan Ness, Paula J. Franzini
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Life of Crustacea" by W. T. Calman is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work provides an extensive overview of the natural history, habits, and classification of Crustacea, aiming to present complex zoological topics in an accessible manner for readers with limited technical background. At the start of the text, the author introduces the reader to the diversity and importance of Crustacea, highlighting familiar examples such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps. Calman explains that many readers may be surprised to learn that other creatures like barnacles and woodlice are also classified within this group. The opening lays the groundwork for a detailed exploration by addressing the classification of Crustacea within the broader context of the animal kingdom (Arthropoda) and emphasizing their varied adaptations and evolutionary significance. It sets the stage for further chapters that will deepen the reader's understanding of these fascinating animals through their physiological and ecological attributes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Calman, W. T. (William Thomas), 1871-1952
EBook No.: 39904
Published: Jun 3, 2012
Downloads: 86
Language: English
Subject: Crustacea
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.