Human Body in Health and Illness

Name: Human Body in Health and Illness
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ISBN: 9781455772346

ISBN-10: 1455772348

ISBN-13: 9781455772346

Edition: 5th 2015

Authors: Barbara Herlihy

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Using colorful cartoons, illustrations, and an easy-to-read approach, The Human Body in Health and Illness, 4th Edition makes it fun to learn anatomy & physiology. Clear, step-by-step explanations provide all the information you need to know, so concepts are easy to understand even if you have a limited background in the sciences. Written by well-known educator Barbara Herlihy, the book begins with a basic discussion of the human body and cellular structure and moves toward genetics and the greater complexity of the human organism. It breaks down complex concepts and processes into digestible chunks, and new features such as Re-Think and Go Figure! help you apply what you've learned to…

Book details

List price: $72.95
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2015
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 12/4/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 576
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.87" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 3.146
Language: English




Introduction to the Human Body



Basic Chemistry



Cells



Cell Metabolism



Microbiology Basics



Tissues and Membranes



Integumentary System and Body Temperature



Skeletal System



Muscular System



Nervous System: Nervous Tissue and Brain



Nervous System: Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves



Autonomic Nervous System



Sensory System



Endocrine System



Blood



Anatomy of the Heart



Function of the Heart



Anatomy of the Blood Vessels



Functions of the Blood Vessels



Lymphatic System



Immune System



Respiratory System



Digestive System



Urinary System



Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance



Reproductive Systems



Human Development and Heredity