Text Book on Invertebrates (THEORY & PRACTICAL)

About the Book: The Textbook on Invertebrates (Theory & Practical) presents a comprehensive study of Invertebrate animals which constitute a vast majority of animal species. It is separated into two main sections: theory and practical. The theoretical part explores the classification morphology anatomy and physiology of various invertebrate phyla such as Protozoa Porifera Coelenterates Platyhelminthes Aschelmenthes Arthropoda Mollusca Annelida and Echinodermata. Detailed descriptions of their Habit Habitat Various Systems and life cycles are presented offering insight into their adaptation to diverse environments. Special attention is given to their evolutionary significance and the importance of invertebrates in ecosystems. The practical section focuses on laboratory techniques and methods for studying invertebrates. It contains instructions for the dissection and examination of various species insight on microscopy staining techniques. Students are encouraged to collect specimens and analyze morphological features enhancing their hands-on understanding of invertebrate biology. The book is designed to prepare students for both academic and competitive exams. It is a comprehensive book making it essential for students in fields like zoology marine biology and environmental science. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills the textbook offers a holistic approach to understanding invertebrate diversity and their vital role in the natural world. About the Author: Dr. Seema Jacob Dr. Seema Jacob is an academician and educator with several years of teaching experience in St. Wilfreds P.G. College Jaipur educating both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Dr. Jacob received her undergraduate degree from Maharani''s College a prestigious institution in Jaipur where she earned a degree in 1996 in B.Sc. (Hons.) Zoology. She received distinguished C.B.L. Mathur Memorial Gold Medal and the Gold Medal for securing first position in University in 1996. She furthered her academic journey by pursuing M.Sc. Zoology from the University of Rajasthan. Her academic prowess continued as she secured the Gold Medal in M.Sc. Zoology for the 1998 batch. She has pursued her PhD from Dept. of Zoology university of Rajasthan under the guidance of Prof. R. S. Bedwal. Dr. Pawan Kumar Soni Dr. Pawan Kumar Soni is working as Associate Professor at St. Wilfreds P.G. College Jaipur from several years. He has completed his undergraduate studies from Department of Biotechnology Mohan Lal Sukhadiya University Udaipur further post-graduation was accomplished from School of Biochemistry Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhaylaya Indore as well as from Vardhman Mahaveer University Kota. He has completed PhD from Reproductive Biomedicine and Natural Product Lab Department of Zoology University of Rajasthan under the supervision of Prof. P. C. Mali. Dr Soni has qualified CSIR NET and GATE exam. Dr Muktika Ahaskar Dr. Muktika Ahaskar has completed her PhD in Radiation biology form Department of Zoology University of Rajasthan in 2008. She has completed her M.Sc from International College for girls Jaipur. She is an academician and educator and has a long teaching experience. She got Young scientist travel award in 2007 in International Conference. She receives best Poster presentation awards in many Conferences. Recently she is working as Associate Professor at St. Wilfreds P.G. College Jaipur.