Anctil, Michel
Luminous Creatures
- ISBN 13:
- 9780773553125
- author:
- Anctil, Michel
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- McGill-Queen's University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 488
- Dimensions:
- 23.11 x 16 x 3.3 centimetres (0.
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Luminous Creatures: The History and Science of Light Production in Living Organisms by Michel Anctil explores how naturalists and scientists have sought to understand the mysterious phenomenon of bioluminescence. From ancient times to the present day, the study of light-producing organisms has evolved from myths and misconceptions to a sophisticated scientific understanding. The book delves into the history of bioluminescence research, tracing the development of knowledge from the 18th and 19th centuries to the present. It sheds light on the lives and achievements of scientists who have contributed to our understanding of this phenomenon, as well as the technological advancements that have enabled us to study it in greater detail. By examining the diversity of bioluminescence across different organisms and ecosystems, Luminous Creatures offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world. This book is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the science behind light production in living organisms.
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