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    Human physiology : an integrated approach / Dee Unglaub Silverthorn, Ph.D., University of Texas, Austin ; with contributions by Bruce R. Johnson, Ph.D., Cornell University and William C. Ober, M.D., illustration coordinator ; Claire E. Ober, R.N., illustrator ; Andrew C. Silverthorn, M.D., clinical consultant.

    • Title:Human physiology : an integrated approach / Dee Unglaub Silverthorn, Ph.D., University of Texas, Austin ; with contributions by Bruce R. Johnson, Ph.D., Cornell University and William C. Ober, M.D., illustration coordinator ; Claire E. Ober, R.N., illustrator ; Andrew C. Silverthorn, M.D., clinical consultant.
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    • Author/Creator:Silverthorn, Dee Unglaub, 1948-
    • Other Contributors/Collections:Johnson, Bruce R.
      Ober, William C.
      Garrison, Claire W.
      Silverthorn, Andrew C.
    • Published/Created:[San Francisco] : Pearson, [2016]
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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Human physiology.
    • Medical Subjects: Physiological Phenomena.
    • Edition:Seventh edition.
    • Description:xxiv, 838 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
    • Summary:"Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach broke ground with its thorough coverage of molecular physiology seamlessly integrated into a traditional homeostasis-based systems approach. The newly revised Seventh Edition includes new Phys in Action! Video Tutors that are accessible from the text and a wide range of engaging activities in MasteringA&P that are designed to bring the textbook to life, including new Interactive Physiology 2.0 Coaching Activities, Phys in Action! Coaching Activities, and Dynamic Study Modules."--Publisher.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
    • ISBN:9780321981226 (hbk. : student edition)
      0321981227 (hbk. : student edition)
      9780321970336
      0321970330
    • Contents:Machine generated contents note: UNIT 1 Basic Cell Processes: Integration and Coordination
      1.Introduction to Physiology
      2.Molecular Interactions
      3.Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues
      4.Energy and Cellular Metabolism
      5.Membrane Dynamics
      6.Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis
      UNIT 2 Homeostasis and Control
      7.Introduction to the Endocrine System
      8.Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties
      9.The Central Nervous System
      10.Sensory Physiology
      11.Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control
      12.Muscles
      13.Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement
      UNIT 3 Integration of Function
      14.Cardiovascular Physiology
      15.Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure
      16.Blood
      17.Mechanics of Breathing
      18.Gas Exchange and Transport
      19.The Kidneys
      20.Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
      UNIT 4 Metabolism, Growth, and Aging
      21.The Digestive System
      22.Metabolism and Energy Balance Note continued: 23.Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism
      24.The Immune System
      25.Integrative Physiology III: Exercise
      26.Reproduction and Development
      Appendices
      Appendix A Answers
      Appendix B Physics and Math
      Appendix C Genetics.
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