Marieb, Elaine Nicpon 1936- creator author Keller, Suzanne M. author text mau 2018 Twelfth edition. monographic eng

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xviii, 630 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm For one-semester Anatomy & Physiology courses. Focus on the Essential What, How, & Why of Human Anatomy & Physiology. With the 12th Edition of Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, science educator Suzanne Keller joins bestselling author Elaine Marieb in helping learners focus on the essential What, How, & Why of A&P, without getting sidetracked in unnecessary details. Thoroughly updated with dozens of new figures, photos, and current information on medical recommendations and terminology, the 12th Edition continues to set the standard for brief, accessible one-semester A&P texts. The authors’ hallmark clear and friendly writing style has been strengthened with familiar analogies and abundant mnemonic cues that help in learning and remembering concepts. Continuing to offer just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage, engaging new chapter previews help learners hone in on what structures and functions they are studying, how they function, and why they are important to learn. New vocabulary-building activities, a mobile-friendly eText, and Interactive Physiology 2.0 tutorials expand the options for using Mastering™ A&P as an effective practice and learning tool. 1. The Human Body: An Orientation -- 2. Basic Chemistry -- 3. Cells and Tissues -- 4. Skin and Body Membranes -- 5. The Skeletal System -- 6. The Muscular System -- 7. The Nervous System -- 8. Special Senses -- 9. The Endocrine System -- 10. Blood -- 11. The Cardiovascular System -- 12. The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses -- 13. The Respiratory System -- 14. The Digestive System and Body Metabolism -- 15. The Urinary System -- 16. The Reproductive System. Elaine N. Marieb, R.N., Ph.D., Holyoke Community College, Suzanne M. Keller, Ph.D., Indian Hills Community College.. Includes index and glossary. Includes bibliographical references. Human physiology Human anatomy QP34.5 .M455 2018 612 9780134395326 (pbk.) 0134395328 2016039812 DLC 160906 20180405102206.0 19262081 eng