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Earthworm Anatomy (1961)

1961 · Short film · 11 min

Synopsis

Educational authors, Theodore W. Torrey, Paul Klinge, Brother H. Charles, Charles F. Lytle Uses live and freshly anesthetized earthworms in describing the action of the muscular system, the internal organs, and reproductive process. Uses cinephotomicrography and close-ups in describing the excretory and nervous systems. Makes suggestions for further study using prepared slides. Discusses the discovery of parasites in earthworms, and compares earthworm anatomy with that of the crayfish and the frog

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Running time
11 minutes
Language
English
Collection
Educational Films, Ephemeral Films

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