Human Biology

Human Biology, Tenth Edition        Sylvia S. Mader    Susanna Nelson Longenbaker    Kimberly Ippolito    Linda Smith Staton        0-07-337798-8 / 978-0-337798-8 / 2010 / Softcover            New to this Edition    •	Team of contributors, with various areas of specialty, joins Dr. Mader.  Susanna Longenbaker, Kimberly Ippolito, and Linda Smith Staton have joined Dr. Mader in revising the 11th edition of Human Biology.          •	Case studies have been added to every chapter. The case study is introduced on the chapter opener and is revisited 3 times throughout the chapter.        •	Two new boxed readings have been added – Historical Focus and Have You Ever Wondered?            Features        •	Dr. Sylvia Mader's succinct, precise writing style. Sylvia's writing is what has earned her a reputation as one of the most successful introductory biology textbook authors ever, and it is the most compelling feature of this text.        •	Updated Boxed Readings Throughout --Human Biology features three different types of boxed readings. Theses readings have been thoroughly updated by Dr. Mader, as well as experts in the field, throughout the book to remain current.        •	A complete set of chapter learning aids includes a listing of chapter concepts, brief concept summaries within the chapter, boldface key terms, summary, and objective questions. Students value tools within the text that help them grasp the concepts.        •	Customize this book through Primis Online! This title is tentatively planned to be part of the Primis Online Database: www.mhhe.com/primis/online     Benefit : Professors can customize this book to meet their exact needs and mix and match with other items on Primis Online--allowing them maximum choice and flexibility. Instructors can choose between two delivery formats: custom printed books (in black and white) or custom eBooks (in color).        •	Emphasis on Homeostasis -- Homeostasis is emphasized throughout the text. The homeostasis sections at the end of specific chapters and the accompanying homeostasis illustrations, have been revised for greater clarity and explain in depth how the body systems work together to maintain homeostasis.                        Contents        Chapter 1: Exploring Life and Science        Part I: Human Organization    Chapter 2: Chemistry of Life    Chapter 3: Cell Structure and Function    Chapter 4: Organization and Regulation of Body Systems        Part II: Maintenance of the Human Body    Chapter 5: Cardiovascular System: Heart and Blood Vessels    Chapter 6: Cardiovascular System: Blood    Chapter 7: Lymphatic System and Immunity    Chapter 8: Digestive System and Nutrition    Chapter 9: Respiratory System    Chapter 10: Urinary System and Excretion        Part III: Movement and Support in Humans    Chapter 11: Skeletal System    Chapter 12: Muscular System        Part IV: Integration and Coordination in Humans    Chapter 13: Nervous System    Chapter 14: Senses    Chapter 15: Endocrine System        Part V: Reproduction in Humans    Chapter 16: Reproductive System    AIDS Supplement    Chapter 17: Development and Aging        Part VI: Human Genetics    Chapter 18: Patterns of Chromosome Inheritance    Chapter 19: Cancer    Chapter 20: Patterns of Genetic Inheritance    Chapter 21: DNA Biology and Technology        Part VII: Human Evolution and Ecology    Chapter 22: Human Evolution    Chapter 23: Global Ecology and Human Interferences    Chapter 24: Human Population, Planetary Resources, and Conservation