Human Physiology The Mechanisms of Body Function

1 A Framework for Human Physiology Part OneBasic Cell Functions 2 Chemical Composition of the Body 3 Cell Structure 4 Protein Activity and Cellular Metabolism 5 Genetic Information and Protein Synthesis 6 Movement of Molecules Across Cell Membranes Part TwoBiological Control Systems 7 Homeostatic Mechanisms and Cellular Communication 8 Neural Control Mechanisms 9 The Sensory Systems 10 Principles of Hormonal Control Systems 11 Muscle 12 Control of Body Movement 13 Consciousness and Behavior Part ThreeCoordinated Body Functions 14 Circulation 15 Respiration 16 The Kidneys and Regulation of Water and Inorganic Ions 17 The Digestion and Absorption of Food 18 Regulation of Organic Metabolism, Growth, and Energy Balance 19 Reproduction 20 Defense Mechanisms of the Body Appendixes A Answers to Thought Questions B Glossary C English and Metric Units D Electrophysiology Equations E Outline of Exercise PhysiologyVander, Arthur J. is the author of 'Human Physiology The Mechanisms of Body Function' with ISBN 9780072554991 and ISBN 0072554991.