Human biology / Clinton L. Benjamin, Gregory R. Garman, James H. Funston

Contents;

1. Building the body: Cells and tissues
Chemistry and the human body
The functions of human cells
Body tissues, organization and aging

2. Protecting, supporting and moving the body
The skin, integrated functioning and homeostasis
The skeleton and muscles

3. Processing, absorbing and converting raw materials
The digestive system
Nutrition and metabolism

4. Transporting materials and maintaining internal conditions
The circulatory system: Blood
The circulatory system: Blood vessels and the heart
The respiratory system
The urinary system

5. Threats and body defenses
Microbes, diseases and health
Body defenses: The lymphatic system and immunity

6. Regulation and integration
The nervous system and senses
The brain
The endocrine system

7. Reproduction, development and heredity
Human reproduction
Human development and birth
Human genetics and DNA technology

8. Working with nature
Evolution and human evolution
Ecology: The interactions of matter, energy and life
Human ecology and environmental impact

Includes bibliographical references and index.