Introduction to the Human Body
The Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
5th Edition
Published on 21. July 2000
Book
Hardback
XXVI, 648 pages
978-0-471-36777-2 (ISBN)
Description
The fifth edition of this work provides students with a basic understanding of the structures and functions of the human body with an emphasis on homeostasis. The text provides a blend of visual and textual elements to illuminate the complexities of the human body and ensure students' understanding. The illustration programme surrounds art with useful pedagogical elements such as: key concept statements; questions with every figure; orientation insets; matched numbered art to numbered processes listed in text; and function overviews with anatomical art.
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Edition
5., Aufl.
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
1 CD-ROM
Dimensions
Height: 28.5 cm
Width: 24.5 cm
Thickness: 37 mm
Weight
1784 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-36777-2 (9780471367772)
Schweitzer Classification
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Book
10/2003
6th Edition
Wiley
€48.90
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Previous edition
Gerard J. Tortora
Introduction to the Human Body: With Learning Guide
The Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
Book
09/1999
4th Edition
Wiley
€113.84
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Content
Organization of the Human Body. Introductory Chemistry. Cells. Tissues. The Integumentary System. The Skeletal System. Joints. The Muscular System. Nervous Tissue. Central and Somatic Nervous Systems. Autonomic Nervous System. Sensations. The Endocrine System. The Cardiovascular System: Blood. The Cardiovascular System: Heart. The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation. The Lymphatic and Immune System. The Respiratory System. The Digestive System. Nutrition and Metabolism. The Urinary System. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance. The Reproductive Systems. Development and Inheritance. Answers to Self-Quizzes. Glossary. Credits. Index.