The Metabolism of Living Tissues
Published on 2. April 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
248 pages
978-1-107-49475-6 (ISBN)
Description
Originally published in 1937, this book contains a general overview of 'the dynamic side of biochemistry', namely how cells process and produce energy. Holmes considers the metabolic activity of many different tissues, such as the liver and heart, as well as the role played by hormones and vitamins. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of science and the study of biochemistry.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
268 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-107-49475-6 (9781107494756)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
1. Introductory; 2. Enzymes; 3. Some general features of cell metabolism methods of investigation; 4. Oxidations; 5. Oxidation-reduction potential; 6. The liver: nitrogen metabolism; 7. The liver: metabolism of carbohydrate and fat; 8. The kidney; 9. Voluntary and cardiac muscle; 10. The nervous system; 11. The correlation of the metabolism of different tissues; 12. The hormones; 13. The influence of some inorganic substances; 14. The vitamins; Index.