Structure And Function Of The Human Body

Structure And Function Of The Human Body

Structure and Function of the Human Body is written to provide a very basic understanding of anatomy and physiology for non-science readers and provides them with a proven pedagogical format to master terminology and understand concepts. Martini's easy-to-read writing style uses examples and anecdotes to help readers appreciate the relationship between structure and function. The hallmark illustration program, created by award-winning illustrator William Ober, M.D., helps readers visualize concepts and relationships. From the Back Cover The hallmark illustration program, created by award-winning illustrator William Ober, M.D., helps visualize concepts and relationships. Provides basic coverage of each body system even for those with weak backgrounds in science. An Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Human Body, Chemistry and the Human Body, Cells, Their Structure and Function, Tissues and Body Membranes, Organ Systems: An Overview, The Integumentary System, The Skeletal System. The Muscular System, The Nervous System I: Nerve Cells and the Spinal Cord, The Nervous System II: The Brain and Cranial Nerves, The Senses, The Endocrine System, The Blood, The Heart and Circulation, The Lymphatic System and Immunity, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, Nutrition and Metabolism, The Urinary System and Body Fluids, The Reproductive System, Development and Inheritance. For medical/science professionals.