physiology

A guide to human anatomy and physiology that covers basic principles, provides in-depth tours of various body systems, and offers photo-realistic, three-dimensional images of body organs and processes.

Shows how bones and muscles work together to make the human body move.

"Introduces basic anatomy to young readers, including major systems and organs, health, and safety"--.

Features 250 illustrations designed to help students learn about and understand the body's processes.

Examines the healing and survival mechanisms of the human body, covering basic physiology, the job of the immune system, and a treatment for cancer that channels the body's own resistance.

Full-color illustrated photographs and diagrams describe the inner workings of the human body including the muscles and skeleton, heart, lungs, and digestive tract.

In a question and answer format addresses basic physiology, such as why one has bones, why one needs food, and how the body grows.