Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition) by Johnson, Michael D.

Description: About this productProduct InformationFor courses in human biology Explore Human Biology in Relation to Current Issues, in the Text and Online Through his teaching, his textbook, and his online blog, award-winning teacher Michael D. Johnson sparks interest in human biology by connecting basic biology to real-world issues that are relevant to your life. Using a storytelling approach and extensive online support, Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues, 8th Edition not only demystifies how the human body works but also drives you to become a better, more discerning consumer of health and science information. Each chapter opens with Johnson's popular "Current Issues" essays, and within each chapter, "BlogInFocus" references direct readers to his frequently-updated blog for breaking human biology-related news. Also available with Mastering Biology Mastering(tm) Biology is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product proven to improve results by helping you to quickly master concepts. Benefit from opportunities to practice basic science literacy skills, using interactive resources that create engaging learning experiences. Effective activities in Mastering Biology help further visualize and understand complex biological processes. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with Mastering Biology, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product; Mastering Biology does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and Mastering Biology search for: 0134042239 / 9780134042237 Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues Plus MasteringBiology with eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0134254902 / 9780134254906 Mastering Biology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues 0134042433 / 9780134042435 Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues, 8th Edition is also available via Pearson eText , a simple-to-use, mobile, personalized reading experience that lets instructors connect with and motivate students - right in their eTextbook. Learn more.Product IdentifiersPublisherBenjamin Cummings Publishing CompanyISBN-100134042433ISBN-139780134042435eBay Product ID (ePID)219293192Product Key FeaturesFormatTrade PaperbackPublication Year2016LanguageEnglishDimensionsWeight48.1 OzWidth9in.Height1.2in.Length10.8in.Additional Product FeaturesDewey Edition23Table of Content1. Human Biology, Science, and Society 2. The Chemistry of Living Things 3. Structure and Function 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. 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, Maturation, Aging, and Death 22. Evolution and the Origins of Life 23. Ecosystems and Populations 24. Human Impacts, Biodiversity, and Environmental Issues GlossaryG-1 Answers to Figure Check, Quick Check, and Test Yourself QuestionsA-1 CreditsC-1 IndexI-1IllustratedYesDewey Decimal612Age LevelCollege AudienceCopyright Date2017AuthorMichael D. JohnsonEdition Number8Number of Pages640 PagesLc Classification NumberQp34.5.J645 2017Lccn2015-026650

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