Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues, Global Edition, 8th edition

Published by Pearson (August 18, 2016) © 2017

  • Michael D. Johnson West Virginia University
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For courses in human biology

Explore Human Biology in Relation to Current Issues

Through his teaching, his textbook, and his online blog, award-winning teacher Michael D. Johnson sparks interest in human biology by connecting basic biology to real-world issues that are relevant to students’ lives. Using a storytelling approach and extensive online support, Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues8th Edition not only demystifies how the human body works but also drives students to become a better, more discerning consumer of health and science information. Each chapter opens with Johnson’s popular “Current Issues” essays, and within each chapter, “BlogInFocus” references direct readers to his frequently-updated blog for breaking human biology-related news.

Table of contents

  1. 1. Human Biology, Science, and Society
  2. 2. The Chemistry of Living Things
  3. 3. Structure and Function of Cells
  4. 4. From Cells to Organ Systems
  5. 5. The Skeletal System
  6. 6. The Muscular System
  7. 7. Blood
  8. 8. Heart and Blood Vessels
  9. 9. The Immune System and Mechanisms of Defense
  10. 10. The Respiratory System. Exchange of Gases
  11. 11. The Nervous System. Integration and Control
  12. 12. Sensory Mechanisms
  13. 13. The Endocrine System
  14. 14. The Digestive System and Nutrition
  15. 15. The Urinary System
  16. 16. Reproductive Systems
  17. 17. Cell Reproduction and Differentiation
  18. 18. Cancer. Uncontrolled Cell Division and Differentiation
  19. 19. Genetics and Inheritance
  20. 20. DNA Technology and Genetic Engineering
  21. 21. Development, Maturation, Aging, and Death
  22. 22. Evolution and the Origins of Life
  23. 23. Ecosystems and Populations
  24. 24. Human Impacts, Biodiversity, and Environmental Issues

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