Insect physiology

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Structure and function of the integument; Chemical and physical properties of cuticle; The penetration of substances through the cuticle; Respiratory mechanisms; Respiratory metabolism; Physical properties and chemical composition of insect blood; The internal environment in regulation and metamorphosis; The hemocytes, pericardial cells, and fat body; Circulation; Structure of the alimentary system; Functions of the alimentary system; The mechanism of digestion; Function of the gut in absorption, excretion and intermediary metabolism; Nutrition; Excretion; The biochemistry of muscle; Electric activity in nerves and ganglia.