The endocrine system is essential to human life. It enables a person to grow, respond to change and stress, and helps turn food into energy. The reproductive system has one crucial task: that of making the next generation of people. Readers learn how these two remarkable systems work together to ensure survival of the human race.
This graphic nonfiction book introduces the endocrine and reproductive systems of the human body. The Building Blocks of Life Science volumes feature whimsical characters to guide young readers through topics exploring the human body systems. Full-page or full-spread diagrams detail the different parts of each body system. The science is as sound as the presentation is fun! The volumes include a glossary, an additional resource list, and an index. Several spreads in each volume are illustrated with photographs to help clarify concepts and facts.
Part of the best-selling Crash Course series, this book focuses on the essential information students really need to know about the endocrine and reproductive systems. Comprehensive yet concise, it is more than just an exam crammer. Each component is considered in an integrated format, putting the basic sciences in clinical context. Highly illustrated with clear accessible text, it uses features such as Hints and Tips and Clinical Sketches to make the content easy to absorb and remember. An extensive self-assessment section allows the reader to test their knowledge and identify areas needing further study. Written by students for students, under faculty supervision, this new edition has been revised and updated throughout to reflect current curricula and exam formats.
"Gain a foundational understanding of how endocrine and metabolic physiology affects other body systems in health and disease, including the clinical dimensions of reproductive endocrinology. Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology, a volume in the Mosby Physiology Series, explains the fundamentals of this complex subject in a clear and concise manner, while helping you bridge the gap between normal function and disease with pathophysiology content throughout the book"--Publisher's description.
Each book gives an excellent breakdown and description of all of the body parts, organs, glands, and fluids that are involved in that particular system and how everything ties together. These titles explain the body systems in a way that kids can understand and tie in to aspects of their own lives. Full-color and thorough illustrations complement the clearly presented biology of the human body. A focus on health and wellness rounds off the package. Titles include chapter notes, a further reading list, for more information, Internet addresses, a glossary, and an index.This exploration of the endocrine and reproductive systems focuses on both the science and health issues. Author Susan Dudley Gold provides an in-depth look at what each system is, the organs and glands involved, and how each system works. She also discusses the way the systems work together and the variations based on gender. Ways keep yourself and your body healthy and amazing facts about the endocrine and reproductive system are also included.
Join colorful characters as they introduce readers to the Building Blocks of the Human Body! Students will learn about the core systems that allow us to live, discovering all of the weird and wonderful things inside the human body! This engaging graphic novel explores the incredible endocrine and reproductive systems. Readers will learn about controlling chemicals, glands, hormones, stress, puberty, the reproductive system, and more! An engaging activity and handy timeline and glossary of terms are also included.
Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology, a volume in the Mosby Physiology Monograph Series, explains the fundamentals of endocrine and reproductive physiology in a clear and concise manner. This medical textbook gives you a basic understanding of how endocrine and metabolic physiology affects other body systems in health and disease, including the clinical dimensions of reproductive endocrinology. Bridge the gap between normal function and disease with pathophysiology content throughout the book. Easily master the material in your systems-based curriculum with learning objectives, Clinical Concept boxes, chapter summaries, and self-study questions. Understand complex concepts by examining almost 200 clear, 2-color diagrams. Apply what you've learned to real-life clinical situations using featured clinical commentaries. Take your learning wherever you go - this title is also available as an eBook! Easily navigate the fully searchable text and figures at www.studentconsult.com. Including bonus content: a supplement on energy metabolism, Key Words and Concepts, Abbreviations and Symbols. Stay abreast of recent advances in endocrine physiology with expanded material on reproductive endocrinology and metabolism, and many updates at the molecular and cellular level. Learn the latest developments in fertilization, pregnancy, and lactation, as well as fetal development, puberty, and the decline of reproductive function with age. Physiologic principles of endocrine and reproductive systems
This book presents the essential information about the endocrine and reproductive systems. It completely covers clinical content as well as basic science - focusing on those areas that the student authors consider crucial to review. Plus, an esteemed facu
The endocrine system is essential to human life. It enables a person to grow, respond to change and stress, and helps turn food into energy. The reproductive system has one crucial task: that of making the next generation of people. Readers learn how these two remarkable systems work together to ensure survival of the human race.
This volume in the Mosby Physiology Monograph Series explains the fundamentals of endocrine physiology in a clear and concise manner. It provides you with a basic understanding of how the endocrine system functions in health and disease. Attractively illustrated with clear 2-color diagrams, this volume also facilitates study with learning objectives, overview boxes, chapter summaries, and clinical cases with questions and explained answers. Stay current with clear, accurate, and up-to-the-minute coverage of the physiology of the endocrine system focusing on the needs of the student. Bridge the gap between normal function and disease with pathophysiology content throughout the book. Master the material more easily with learning objectives, overview boxes, key words and concepts, chapter summaries, and clinical cases with questions and explained answers. Understand complex concepts by examining more than 200 clear, 2-color diagrams. Apply what you've learned to real-life clinical situations using featured clinical commentaries.
