Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues Plus MasteringBiology with EText -- Access Card Package
- ISBN-10
- 0134056671
- ISBN-13
- 9780134056678
- Series
- Biology of Humans
- Pages
- 99998
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-02-03
- Authors
- Judith Goodenough, Betty A. McGuire
Description
KEY BENEFIT: Known for its unique "Special Topic" chapters and emphasis on everyday health concerns, the Sixth Edition of Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues continues to personalize the study of human biology using a conversational writing style, vibrant, easy-to-follow illustrations, abundant applications, and a new emphasis on using everyday science literacy skills. The authors provide a practical, friendly introduction to the study of the human body, preparing readers to navigate today's rapidly expanding and shifting world of health information. Each chapter now features brand-new "Consider This Case" exercises and "Finding and Evaluating Information" activities that challenge readers to think critically and apply their knowledge to solve real-world cases. Along with scientific updates and content improvements throughout the text, The Sixth Edition also includes a new "Special Topic" chapter on the Obesity Epidemic. KEY TOPICS: Humans in the World of Biology; Special Topic: Becoming a Patient: A Major Decision; Chemistry Comes to Life; The Cell; Body Organization and Homeostasis; The Skeletal System; The Muscular System; Neurons: The Matter of the Mind; The Nervous System; Special Topic: Drugs and the Mind; Sensory Systems; The Endocrine System; Special Topic: Diabetes Mellitus; Blood; The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic System; Special Topic: Cardiovascular Disease; Body Defense Mechanisms; Special Topic: Infectious Disease; The Respiratory System; The Digestive System and Nutrition; Special Topic: The Obesity Epidemic; The Urinary System; Reproductive Systems; Special Topic: Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS; Development Through Life; Special Topic: Autism Spectrum Disorder; Chromosomes and Cell Division; Special Topic: Stem Cells-A Repair Kit for the Body; Genetics and Human Inheritance; DNA and Biotechnology; Special Topic: Cancer; Evolution and Our Heritage; Ecology, The Environment, and Us; Human Populations, Limited Resources, and Pollution MARKET: For anyone interested in human biology. 0134056671 / 9780134056678 Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues Plus MasteringBiology with eText -- Access Card Package, 6/e Package consists of: 0134045440 / 9780134045443 Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6/e 0134254910 / 9780134254913 MasteringBiology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6/e
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