Practice your way to a high score in your anatomy & physiology class
The human body has 11 major anatomical systems, 206 bones, and dozens of organs, tissues, and fluids-that's a lot to learn if you want to ace your anatomy & physiology class! Luckily, you can master them all with this hands-on book + online experience. Memorization is the key to succeeding in A&P, and Anatomy & Physiology Workbook For Dummies gives you all the practice you need to score high.
Inside and online, you'll find exactly what you need to help you understand, memorize, and retain every bit of the human body. Jam packed with memorization tricks, test-prep tips, and hundreds of practice exercises, it's the ideal resource to help you make anatomy and physiology your minion!
Take an online review quiz for every chapter
Use the workbook as a supplement to classroom learning
Be prepared for whatever comes your way on test day
Gain confidence with practical study tips
If you're gearing up for a career in the medical field and need to take this often-tough class to fulfill your academic requirements as a high school or college student, this workbook gives you the edge you need to pass with flying colors.
Introduction 1
Part 1: The Building Blocks of the Body 5
Chapter 1: The Language of Anatomy & Physiology 7
Chapter 2: The Chemistry of Life 15
Chapter 3: The Cell: Life's Basic Building Block 35
Chapter 4: Divide and Conquer: Cellular Mitosis 53
Chapter 5: The Study of Tissues: Histology 63
Part 2: Weaving It Together: Bones, Muscles, and Skin 77
Chapter 6: It's Skin Deep: The Integumentary System 79
Chapter 7: A Scaffold to Build On: The Skeleton 95
Chapter 8: Getting in Gear: The Muscles 127
Part 3: Mission Control: All Systems Go 155
Chapter 9: Feeling Jumpy: The Nervous System 157
Chapter 10: Raging Hormones: The Endocrine System 191
Part 4: Feed and Fuel: Supply and Transport 207
Chapter 11: Spreading the Love: The Cardiovascular System 209
Chapter 12: Keeping Up Your Defenses: The Lymphatic System 231
Chapter 13: Oxygenating the Machine: The Respiratory System 249
Chapter 14: Fueling the Functions: The Digestive System 265
Chapter 15: Filtering Out the Junk: The Urinary System 287
Part 5: Survival of the Species 301
Chapter 16: Why Ask Y? The Male Reproductive System 303
Chapter 17: Carrying Life: The Female Reproductive System 317
Part 6: The Part of Tens 337
Chapter 18: Ten Study Tips for Anatomy and Physiology Students 339
Chapter 19: Ten Fun Physiology Facts 345
Index 351
