Comparative morphology of the axial complex and interdependence of internal organ systems in sea urchins (Echinodermata: Echinoidea)

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The axial complex of echinoderms (Echinodermata) is composed of various primary and secondary body cavities that interact with each other. In sea urchins (Echinoidea), structural differences of the axial complex in "regular"...

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Main Authors: Ziegler Alexander, Faber Cornelius, Bartolomaeus Thomas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-06-01
Series:Frontiers in Zoology
Online Access:http://www.frontiersinzoology.com/content/6/1/10