Helps students to develop a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology. To emphasize the concepts of anatomy and physiology, this title provides explanations of how the systems respond to aging, changes in physical activity, and disease, with a focus on homeostasis and the regulatory mechanisms that maintain it.

Part 1 Organization of the Human Body 1 The Human Organism 2 The Chemical Basis of Life 3 Structure and Function of the Cell 4 Histology: The Study of Tissues Part 2 Support and Movement 5 Integumentary System 6 Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue 7 Skeletal System: Gross Anatomy 8 Articulations and Movement 9 Muscular System: Histology and Physiology 10 Muscular System: Gross Anatomy Part 3 Integration and Control Systems 11 Functional Organization of Nervous Tissue 12 Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves 13 Brain and Cranial Nerves 14 Integration of Nervous System Functions 15 The Special Senses 16 Autonomic Nervous System 17 Functional Organization of the Endocrine System 18 Endocrine Glands Part 4 Regulations and Maintenance 19 Cardiovascular System: Blood 20 Cardiovascular System: The Heart 21 Cardiovascular System: Peripheral Circulation and Regulation 22 Lymphatic System and Immunity 23 Respiratory System 24 Digestive System 25 Nutrition, Metabolism, and Temperature Regulation 26 Urinary System 27 Water, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance Part 5 Reproduction and Development 28 Reproductive System 29 Development, Growth, Aging, and Genetics Appendix A Table of Measurements Appendix B Scientific Notation Appendix C Solution Concentrations Appendix D pH Appendix E Reference Laboratory Values Appendix F Answers to Review and Comprehension Questions Appendix G Answers to Critical Thinking Questions