Unicellular organisms, immortality of, [25], [27].

Unio, length of life of, [56], [57].

Valaoritis, on origin of germ-cells, [195];

on physiological value of, [246].

Vanessa cardui, length of life of, [43];

V. prorsa, [44];

V. urticae, [44];

V. levana, deposition of eggs of, [94].

Variations, always present, [101].

Ventral canal cell, [223].