A Comparative Study of the Spiracle in Cyclostomata, Elasmobranchii and Pisces

Author

Miser Russell Richmond, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Date of Award

6-1939

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Animal Science

Major Professor

Barton C. V. Ressler

Committee Members

Henry Meyer, A. C. Cole

Abstract

(From the Introduction)

Although scientists have been interested in the spiracle for a number of years, very little investigation has been done. In this study the writer shall endeavor to describe the structures and functions of the spiracle in the Cyclostomes, Elasmobranchs and Pisces as well as show the continuous development of any structure as to its function in the animals studied.

Recommended Citation

Richmond, Miser Russell, "A Comparative Study of the Spiracle in Cyclostomata, Elasmobranchii and Pisces. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1939.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/4396