Insect Accessory Reproductive Structures Function, Structure, and Development
In retrospect, the range of topics covered in this monograph, although forming a coherent ensemble, is so extensive that a detailed discussion could easily extend to three or four times the current length. My approach has been to identify the critical issues, summarize the major accomplishments, and...
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| Language: | English |
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Berlin, Heidelberg
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
1992, 1992
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 1992 |
| Series: | Zoophysiology
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| Collection: | Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1 Introduction
- 2 The Reproductive Efferent Duct Systems and Associated Structures. Development and Genetic Control of Differentiation
- 2.1 Origin of the Germ Cells and Associated Cells and Tissues
- 2.2 Differentiation of the Efferent Duct System and Associated Structures
- 2.3 Genetic Control of Sexual Differentiation
- 3 Structure and Function of the Female Accessory Reproductive Systems
- 3.1 General Overview
- 3.2 Accessory Systems Associated with the Ovary
- 3.3 Duct-Associated Structures
- 3.4 The Ectadenia
- 3.5 Fat Body
- 4 Structure and Function of the Male Accessory Reproductive Systems
- 4.1 Accessory Systems Associated with the Testis
- 4.2 Structures Associated with the Vasa Deferentia and the Seminal Vesicles
- 4.3 Male Accessory Glands and Ejaculatory Duct-Associated Structures
- 5 Concluding Remarks
- References
- Subject and Species Index