The echinoderms are an ideal group to understand evolution from a holistic, interdisciplinary framework. The genetic regulatory networks underpinning development in echinoderms are some of the best known for any model group. Additionally, the echinoderms have an excellent fossil record, elucidating in in detail the evolutionary changes underpinning morphological evolution. In this Element, the echinoderms are discussed as a model group for molecular palaeobiological studies, integrating what is known of their development, genomes, and fossil record. Together, these insights shed light on the molecular and morphological evolution underpinning the vast biodiversity of echinoderms, and the animal kingdom more generally.
By:
Jeffrey R. Thompson (University of Southampton) Imprint: Cambridge University Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 228mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 4mm
Weight: 120g ISBN:9781009179751 ISBN 10: 1009179756 Series:Elements of Paleontology Pages: 75 Publication Date:01 December 2022 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active