The Movements Of The Stomach Studied By Means Of The Rontgen Rays (1898)

By Walter Bradford Cannon

Book Overview

The Movements of the Stomach Studied by Means of the Rontgen Rays is a scientific book written by Walter Bradford Cannon in 1898. The book is a detailed study of the movements of the stomach, which were studied using the newly discovered Rontgen rays. Cannon was a physiologist and professor at Harvard University, and his research in this book was groundbreaking at the time.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the stomach's movements. Cannon explains the anatomy of the stomach and how it functions, and then goes on to describe the different types of movements that occur during digestion. He also explores how these movements are affected by various factors, such as the type of food being eaten and the state of the nervous system.The book is based on extensive experimentation and observation, and Cannon provides detailed descriptions of the procedures used to study the stomach's movements. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers understand the complex processes involved.Overall, The Movements of the Stomach Studied by Means of the Rontgen Rays is an important work in the field of physiology and a landmark in the history of medical research. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the workings of the human digestive system.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120906423
• ISBN13: 9781120906427
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"