Human Physiology
The Mechanisms of Body Function
5th Edition
Published in August 1990
Book
Paperback/Softback
832 pages
978-0-07-100998-0 (ISBN)
Description
Designed for the undergraduate human physiology courses offered in departments of biology, nursing, dental and allied health departments, this text clearly presents the fundamental mechanisms behind the principles and concepts of human physiology. Rewritten and reorganized for improved clarity the authors take an integrative approach in presenting the principles and facts of human physiology.
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Edition
5th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
glossary, index
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-07-100998-0 (9780071009980)
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Content
A Framework for Human Physiology. Basic Cell Functions. Cell Structure. Chemical Composition of the Body. Molecular Control Mechanisms - DNA and Protein. Energy and Cellular Metabolism. Movement of Molecules Across Cell Membranes. Biological Control Systems. Homeostatic Mechanisms. Neural Control Mechanisms. Hormonal Control Mechanisms. Muscle. Co-Ordinated Body Functions. Circulation. Respiration. Regulation of Water and Electrolyte Balance. The Digestion and Absorption of Food. Regulation of Organic Metabolism and Energy Balance. Reproduction of Organic Metabolism and Energy Balance. Reproduction. Defense Mechanisms of the Body. Immunology. Foreign Chemicals and Stress. The Sensory Systems. Control of Body Movement. Consciousness and Behaviour. 1990 ISE 832pp