Johnson, Michael D., 1948-

Human biology : concepts and current issues / Michael D. Johnson. - 5th ed. - San Francisco : Benjamin Cummings, 2010. - xxv111, 561, 24, 3 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Human biology. - 2. The chemistry of living things. - 3. Structure and functions of cells. - 4. From cells to organ systems. - 5. The skeletal system. - 6. The muscular system. - 7. Blood. - 8. Heart and blood vessels. - 9. The immune system and mechanisms of defense. - 10. The respiratory system: exchange of gases. - 11. The nervous system: integration and control. - 12. Sensory mechanisms. - 13. The endocrine system. - 14. The digestive system and nutrition. - 15. The urinary system. - 16. The reproductive systems. - 17. Cell reproduction and differentiation. - 18. Cancer: uncontrolled cell division and differentiation. - 19. Genetics and inheritance. - 20. DNA technology and genetic engineering. - 21. Development and aging. - 22. Evolution and the origins of life. - 23. Ecosystems and populations. - 24. Human impacts, biodiversity, and environmental issues.

9780321570208 (pbk. : Student edition.) 0321570200 (pbk. : Student edition.) 9780321611444 (professional copy.) 9780321611987 (a la carte edition.)


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