""Potential Differences Across the Chorion of the Fundulus Egg"" is a rigorous scientific study exploring the electrochemical properties of the developing fish embryo. Written by Margaret Sumwalt, this work focuses on the membrane known as the chorion that surrounds the egg of the Fundulus, a genus of fish frequently utilized in early developmental research. Sumwalt meticulously examines the electrical potential differences that exist across this membrane, providing empirical data and observations that contribute to the broader scientific understanding of cellular permeability and embryonic physiology.
The study delves into the biophysical mechanisms that regulate the internal environment of the egg during its early stages of life. By measuring and analyzing potential differences under various experimental conditions, the work offers insights into how the chorion functions as a selective barrier between the developing organism and its environment. This text remains a significant historical resource for those interested in the history of embryology, marine biology, and the fundamental principles of electrophysiology in biological systems. Its detailed methodology and focused inquiry highlight the precision of early 20th-century experimental biology, making it an informative reference for researchers and historians of science studying membrane transport and vertebrate development.
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Margaret Sumwalt Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 2mm
Weight: 54g ISBN:9781025915098 ISBN 10: 1025915097 Pages: 28 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active