embryology

Text and illustrations describe the eggs of several species, including ostriches, frogs, and butterflies, and explain what the young do after hatching.

Presents the eggs of many animals and shows what kinds of babies hatch from them.

Contains articles that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to stem cells, discussing whether stem cells will cure disease, the ethical and moral questions surrounding stem cell research, the role of the government in stem cell research, and alternatives to embryonic stem cells.

Follows the development of life in the womb from the moment of conception through the day of birth, with photographic images made available through electron microscope technology and details about each stage of the pregnancy.

Describes how fish, birds, insects and other creatures lay eggs to reproduce and tells about some stories and customs involving eggs.

An introduction to eggs that discusses the development of a chick embryo and describes the variety of egg shapes and colors.

Combines three- and four-dimensional ultrasound images, computer-generated graphics, and commentary to examine the prenatal development of different mammals, including dogs, dolphins, and elephants.

Contains ten articles that provide various perspectives on the issue of human embryo experimentation, exploring questions over whether the practice is beneficial and ethical, whether research should be federally funded, and whether early human embryos are human beings.

Describes the structure and function of an egg, the eggs of different kinds of animals, and some uses of eggs.

Follows the development of a mallard duckling from the mating of his parents to his first swim, less than an hour after birth.