physiology

Provides home medical information that covers all facets of the human body beginning with our cell structure, the symptoms of diseases and disorders, and includes a first aid emergency guide. Includes detailed color illustrations, health milestones in both male and female, and an index.

Includes information on the reproductive and digestive system as well as information about DNA, the heart and lungs and the skin.

Explores the respiratory and circulatory systems of the human body. Beginning with the respiratory system, the complex process of breathing is explored. Animated graphics depicts the passage of oxygen from the nose to the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occurs. Describes the functions of cardiovascular system, examining the function of the heart, blood, and blood vessels. Also discusses the importance of diet and exercise in maintaining the health of the respiratory and circulatory systems.

Provides information on the functions of the brain and nervous system, looking at how they work together to send messages to all parts of the body, and discusses the link between the nervous system and the senses.

"Your respiratory system carries oxygen throughout your body. Breathe it all in, and learn how your lungs take in clean air while getting rid of waste. Download the Capstone 4D app to access a variety of bonus content"--Provided by the publisher.

Presents an illustrated examination of the anatomy and physiology of the human body, looking at the design, workings, ailments, and care of the cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine, integumentary, lymphatic, and muscular systems.

"Describes how animals speed, strength, and stealth as weapons and defenses"--Provided by publisher.

"Some creatures can outlive humans by centuries. Readers will learn about these extreme examples of longevity in the animal kingdom, how aging happens, and what genes help animals to live so long"--Provided by publisher.

Using microphotography to explore the hidden world inside the human body, this program covers three incredible team efforts: the coordination of muscles, bones, heart and circulatory system that makes Mike Powell the world's greatest long jumper; the digestive dynamo that turns a simple sandwich eaten by five-time Olympic gold medalist Bonnie Blair into raw energy for a blistering sprint down the ice; and the ultimate event--the development of a new human life inside track star Karen Hatchett.

A fascinating journey inside the mysterious hidden wonders of our body via pages of structural and functional information, that enables us to learn about how our body works and to find answers to questions." Includes over 600 color images: drawings, pictures, tables and diagrams; Special topics and Medical cards; Glossary and analytical Index.