Human biology / Sylvia S. Mader
Publication details: Boston : McGraw Hill Higher Education, c2004.Edition: 8th editionDescription: xix, (various pagings) : col. ill. ; 28cmISBN:- 0072347325
- 0071214860
- 612 21 MAD
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Contents;
A human perspective
1. Human organization
Chemistry of life
Cell structure and function
Organization and regulation of body systems
2. Maintenance of the human body
Digestive system and nutrition
Composition and function of the blood
Cardiovascular system
Respiratory system
Urinary system and excretion
3. Movement and support in humans
Skeletal system
Muscular system
4. Integration and coordination in humans
Nervous system
Senses
Endocrine system
5. Reproduction in humans
Reproductive system
Development and aging
6. Human genetics
Chromosomal inheritance
Genes and medical genetics
DNA and biotechnology
7. Human disease
Defenses against disease
Parasites and pathogens
Sexually transmitted diseases
Cancer
8. Human evolution and ecology
Human evolution
Global ecology
Population, resources and pollution
Saving the world's biodiversity
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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