Nematology Laboratory Investigations, Vol. 1 - Morphology and Taxonomy by J. D. Eisenback
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This lab manual consists of 25 time-tested investigations on the morphology and taxonomy of nematodes. Each lab has a brief introduction, clearly stated objectives, a list of resources required, and a worksheet outlining procedures for completing each exercise. The investigations are clearly illustrated with line drawings, and key questions are included. The instructor may print copies of the labs for each student from an included CD ROM.

 Chapters:
  • 1. Preparation of temporary and semi-permanent mounts
  • 2. Gross morphology of free-living nematodes
  • 3. Gross morphology of plant-parasitic nematodes
  • 4. Cuticular markings
  • 5. Cuticular layers
  • 6. Body wall
  • 7. Hypodermis and somatic muscles
  • 8. Stomas
  • 9. Secernentean stomas
  • 10. Adenophorean stomas
  • 11. Esophagi
  • 12. Secernentean esophagi
  • 13. Adenophorean esophagi
  • 14. Intestine
  • 15. Posterior gut
  • 16. Nervous system and sensory structures
  • 17. Secretory/Excretory systems
  • 18. Reproductive systems
  • 19. Female reproductive systems
  • 20. Male reproductive systems
  • 21. Egg morphology
  • 22. Preparation of permanent mounts
  • 23. The use of nematological keys
  • 24. Proper use of the light microscope
  • 25. Preparation of nematodes for SEM