Venom : the secrets of nature's deadliest weapon
(Book)
Author
Contributors
Undheim, Eivind, Author
Published
Washington, DC : Smithsonian Books, [2017].
Status
Central - Adult Nonfiction
615.942 JENNE
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615.942 JENNE
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Published
Washington, DC : Smithsonian Books, [2017].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
208 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 206) and index.
Description
"Venom brings readers face to face with some of the most dangerous creatures on the planet, including jellyfish, snakes, and wasps, as it uncovers the story of venom. The book explores how venom is used for predation, defense, competition, and communication by an incredible diversity of species. It examines the unique methods that these species have evolved to create and deliver their deadly toxins. The book traces venom back to its origin in early jellyfish and sea anemones, and reveals how venoms have evolved dozens of times independently all across the animal kingdom since that time. And finally, it examines the relationships between these dangerous creatures and humans. Humans have not only learned to live with them, but also to benefit from them: scientists increasingly are harnessing the power of venom to create new drugs, treatments, and anti-venoms"--,Provided by publisher.
Description
"The story of venom from ancient origins to modern medicinal use"--,Provided by publisher.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Jenner, R. A., & Undheim, E. (2017). Venom: the secrets of nature's deadliest weapon . Smithsonian Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Jenner, Ronald A. and Eivind, Undheim. 2017. Venom: The Secrets of Nature's Deadliest Weapon. Smithsonian Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Jenner, Ronald A. and Eivind, Undheim. Venom: The Secrets of Nature's Deadliest Weapon Smithsonian Books, 2017.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Jenner, Ronald A.,, and Eivind Undheim. Venom: The Secrets of Nature's Deadliest Weapon Smithsonian Books, 2017.
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