Human Biology

by Mader, Sylvia S.

• ISBN13: 9780072324815
• ISBN10: 0072324813
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-06-01
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill College

Summary

This market leading human biology text emphasizes the relationships of humans to other living things. Human Biology remains user friendly; relevancy and pedagogy are among its strengths. In this edition, as in previous editions, each chapter presents the topic clearly and distinctly so that students will feel capable of achieving an adult level of understanding. Detailed, high-level scientific data and terminology are not included because Dr. Mader believes that true knowledge consists of working concepts rather than technical facility..

Table of Contents

Introduction

1 A Human Perspective

Part 1 Human Organization

2 Chemistry of Life

3 Cell Structure and Function

4 Organization and Regulation of Body Systems

Part 2 Maintenance of the Human Body

5 Digestive System and Nutrition

6 Composition and Function of the Blood

7 Cardiovascular System

8 Lymphatic and Immune Systems

9 Respiratory System

10 Urinary System and Excretion

Part 3 Movement and Support in Humans

11 Skeletal System

12 Muscular System

Part 4 Integration and Coordination in Humans

13 Nervous System

14 Senses

15 Endocrine System

Part 5 Reproduction in Humans

16 Reproductive System

17 Sexually Transmitted Diseases

AIDS Supplement

18 Development and Aging

Part 6 Human Genetics

19 Chromosomal Inheritance

20 Genes and Medical Genetics

21 DNA and Biotechnology

22 Cancer

Part 7 Human Evolution and Ecology

23 Human Evolution

24 Ecosystems and Human Interferences

25 Conservation of Biodiversity