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Provided here is an up-to-date account of how high pressures affect cellular processes in microorganisms and in eukaryotic cells. Topics include membrane transport, cell activation, the excitable properties of cells, muscular contraction, with particular emphasis on cardiac muscle, and the role of pressure in the physiology of cartilage in load-bearing joints. Additionally, there are thorough reviews of the effects of pressure on fish and on the central nervous system of mammals, including man.

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Author:   R. E. Marquis ,  A. G. Macdonald ,  A. C. Hall ,  D. M. Pickles
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Volume:   v. 17
Weight:   0.525kg
ISBN:  

9783540548454

ISBN 10:   3540548459
Pages:   257
Publication Date:   27 July 1993
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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