Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology

Name: Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9780805349382

ISBN-10: 0805349383

ISBN-13: 9780805349382

Edition: 6th 1999 (Student Manual, Study Guide, etc.)

Authors: Elaine N. Marieb

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Award-winning author Elaine N. Marieb brings her unique understanding of readers' specific needs to this popular book. Marieb's clear and friendly writing style emphasizes the relevance of anatomy and physiology to readers' lives and careers. It clarifies concepts, defines key terms, and offers just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage to make the content complete without being overly detailed. For instructors and students, or anyone interested in anatomy and physiology.

Book details

List price: $49.00
Edition: 6th
Copyright year: 1999
Publisher: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 576
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 3.234

Elaine N. Marieb was a college teacher when she went back to school for an R. N. degree and an M. S. in gerontological nursing. She is Professor Emeritus of biology at Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, Massachusetts and Visiting Professor at Edison Community College in Fort Myers, Florida. Her book, Human Anatomy and Physiology, is part of the Benjamin/Cummings Series in the Life Sciences.

The Human Body: An Orientation	p. 1
An Overview of Anatomy and Physiology	p. 2
Levels of Structural Organization	p. 2
Maintaining Life	p. 7
Homeostasis	p. 9
The Language of Anatomy	p. 11
Basic Chemistry	p. 21
Concepts of Matter and Energy	p. 22
Composition of Matter	p. 23
Molecules and Compounds	p. 27
Chemical Bonds and Chemical Reactions	p. 30
Biochemistry: The Chemical Composition of Living Matter	p. 36
Cells and Tissues	p. 55
Cells	p. 56
Overview of the Cellular Basis of Life	p. 56
Anatomy of a Generalized Cell	p. 56
Cell Physiology	p. 66
Body Tissues	p. 77
Epithelial Tissue	p. 78
Connective Tissue	p. 81
Muscle Tissue	p. 85
Nervous Tissue	p. 86
Tissue Repair (Wound Healing)	p. 86
Developmental Aspects of Cells and Tissues	p. 87
Skin and Body Membranes	p. 95
Classification of Body Membranes	p. 96
Integumentary System (Skin)	p. 98
Developmental Aspects of Skin and Body Membranes	p. 111
The Skeletal System	p. 116
Bones: An Overview	p. 116
Axial Skeleton	p. 124
Appendicular Skeleton	p. 138
Joints	p. 145
Developmental Aspects of the Skeleton	p. 153
The Muscular System	p. 161
Overview of Muscle Tissues	p. 162
Microscopic Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle	p. 166
Skeletal Muscle Activity	p. 168
Muscle Movements, Types, and Names	p. 175
Gross Anatomy of Skeletal Muscles	p. 181
Developmental Aspects of the Muscular System	p. 194
The Nervous System	p. 201
Organization of the Nervous System	p. 203
Nervous Tissue: Structure and Function	p. 204
Central Nervous System	p. 215
Peripheral Nervous System	p. 229
Developmental Aspects of the Nervous System	p. 243
Special Senses	p. 251
The Eye and Vision	p. 252
The Ear: Hearing and Balance	p. 264
Chemical Senses: Taste and Smell	p. 270
Developmental Aspects of the Special Senses	p. 273
The Endocrine System	p. 279
The Endocrine System and Hormone Function--An Overview	p. 280
The Major Endocrine Organs	p. 283
Other Hormone-Producing Tissues and Organs	p. 300
Developmental Aspects of the Endocrine System	p. 300
Blood	p. 307
Composition and Functions of Blood	p. 308
Hemostasis	p. 315
Blood Groups and Transfusions	p. 318
Developmental Aspects of Blood	p. 321
The Cardiovascular System	p. 327
Cardiovascular System: The Heart	p. 328
Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels	p. 339
Developmental Aspects of the Cardiovascular System	p. 360
The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses	p. 367
Lymphatic System	p. 368
Lymphatic Vessels	p. 368
Lymph Nodes	p. 369
Other Lymphoid Organs	p. 371
Body Defenses	p. 372
Nonspecific Body Defenses	p. 373
Specific Body Defenses: The Immune System	p. 377
Developmental Aspects of the Lymphatic System and Body Defenses	p. 396
The Respiratory System	p. 403
Functional Anatomy of the Respiratory System	p. 404
Respiratory Physiology	p. 411
Respiratory Disorders	p. 422
Developmental Aspects of the Respiratory System	p. 424
The Digestive System and Body Metabolism	p. 431
Anatomy and Physiology of the Digestive System	p. 432
Anatomy of the Digestive System	p. 432
Functions of the Digestive System	p. 445
Nutrition and Metabolism	p. 456
Nutrition	p. 456
Developmental Aspects of the Digestive System and Metabolism	p. 468
The Urinary System	p. 479
Kidneys	p. 480
Ureters, Urinary Bladder, and Urethra	p. 489
Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance	p. 491
Developmental Aspects of the Urinary System	p. 497
The Reproductive System	p. 503
Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System	p. 504
Male Reproductive Functions	p. 508
Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System	p. 511
Female Reproductive Functions and Cycles	p. 516
Mammary Glands	p. 520
Survey of Pregnancy and Embryonic Development	p. 522
Developmental Aspects of the Reproductive System	p. 529
Appendixes
Word Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes	p. 539
Periodic Table of the Elements	p. 542
Key Information about Vitamins and Many Essential Minerals	p. 543
A.D.A.M. Correlations	p. 545
Photography and Art Credits	p. 551
Glossary	p. 553
Index	p. 564
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