Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Global 12th Edition

For one-semester Anatomy & Physiology courses.

Focus on the Essential What, How, & Why of Human Anatomy & Physiology

With the 12th Edition of Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, science educator Suzanne Keller joins bestselling author Elaine Marieb in helping learners focus on the essential What, How, & Why of A&P, without getting sidetracked in unnecessary details.

Thoroughly updated with dozens of new figures, photos, and current information on medical recommendations and terminology, the 12th Edition continues to set the standard for brief, accessible one-semester A&P texts. The authors’ hallmark clear and friendly writing style has been strengthened with familiar analogies and abundant mnemonic cues that help in learning and remembering concepts. Continuing to offer just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage, engaging new chapter previews help learners hone in on what structures and functions they are studying, how they function, and why they are important to learn.

New vocabulary-building activities, a mobile-friendly eText, and Interactive Physiology 2.0 tutorials expand the options for using Mastering ^™ A&P as an effective practice and learning tool.

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Mastering^™ A&P is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to engage students and improve results. Instructors ensure that students arrive ready to learn by assigning educationally effective content before class, and encourage critical thinking and retention with in-class resources such as Learning Catalytics^™. Students can further master concepts after class through assignments that provide hints and answer-specific feedback. With a wide range of activities available, students can actively learn, understand, and retain even the most difficult concepts.

Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; Mastering^™ A&P does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with Mastering A&P, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.

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0134394194 / 9780134394190 Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology Plus Mastering A&P with eText — Access Card Package, 12/e

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Human Body: An Orientation
Chapter 2 Basic Chemistry
Chapter 3 Cells And Tissues
Chapter 4 Skin And Body Membranes
Chapter 5 The Skeletal System
Chapter 6 The Muscular System
Chapter 7 The Nervous System
Chapter 8 Special Senses
Chapter 9 The Endocrine System
Chapter 10 Blood
Chapter 11 The Cardiovascular System
Chapter 12 The Lymphatic System And Body Defenses
Chapter 13 The Respiratory System
Chapter 14 The Digestive System And Body Metabolism
Chapter 15 The Urinary System
Chapter 16 The Reproductive System