Tortora's introduction to the human body / by Gerard J. Tortora and Bryan H. Derrickson.

Includes index. From front cover: Australia custom edition.

Organization of the human body -- Introductory chemistry -- Cells -- Tissues -- The integumentary system -- The skeletal system -- Joints -- The muscular system -- Joints -- The muscular system -- Nervous tissue -- Central nervous system, spinal nerves and cranial nerves -- Autonomic nervous system -- Somatic senses and special senses -- The endocrine system -- The cardiovascular system: blood -- The cardiovascular system: heart -- The cardiovascular system: blood vessels and circulation -- The lymphatic system and immunity -- The respiratory system -- The digestive system -- Metabolism and nutrition -- The urinary system -- Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance -- The reproductive systems -- Development and inheritance.

"The eleventh edition offers a balanced introduction to the human body, especially developed to meet the needs of the one-semester A&P course. It provides an effective blend of stunning art and clearly written text to illuminate the complexities of the human body. Class-tested pedagogy is woven into the narrative and illustrations to ensure that students gain a solid understanding of the material. Written by an experienced and talented author team lead by Jerry Tortora, this edition is a must-have for students wanting to complete their unit with a rich foundation of knowledge for their remaining study and future career." -- Provided by publisher.