The Physiology of Reproduction in the Cow

Erscheinungsjahr 2014
ISBN: 978-1-107-45592-4
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 310 Seiten, Format (B × H): 210 mm x 280 mm, Gewicht: 763 g

Originally published in 1927, this book presents a comprehensive study of the reproductive processes of the cow from the perspective of 'the relatively new subject of agricultural science'. The study provides accounts of the breeding season, the oestrous cycle, pregnancy and sterility, all incorporating detailed scientific analysis. Illustrative figures and a bibliography are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the development of agriculture and the history of science.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Hammond, John

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtliche Themen Wissenschafts- und Universitätsgeschichte
• Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften: Allgemeines Geschichte der Naturwissenschaften, Formalen Wissenschaften & Technik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Introduction; 2. The breeding season; 3. The oestrous cycle; 4. Pregnancy; 5. Sterility; Summary; Appendix 1. Replies of herdsmen to queries; Appendix 2. Extracts from logbook; Bibliography; Addendum; Index of authors; Index of subjects.