The Mechanical Adaptations of Bones

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Mechanical Adaptations of Bones
Authors and Contributors      By (author) John D. Currey
SeriesPrinceton Legacy Library
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:306
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreZoology - Vertebrates
ISBN/Barcode 9780691612171
ClassificationsDewey:573.76
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 14 July 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

This book relates the mechanical and structural properties of bone to its function in man and other vertebrates. John Currey, one of the pioneers of modern bone research, reviews existing information in the field and particularly emphasizes the correlation of the structure of bone with its various uses. Originally published in 1984. The Princeton