Anatomy & Physiology Workbook For Dummies with Online Practice

Practice your way to a high score in your anatomy & physiology classThe human body has 11 major anatomical systems, 206 bones, and dozens of organs, tissues, and fluids--that's a lot to learn if you want to ace your anatomy & physiology class! Luckily, you can master them all with this hands-on book + online experience. Memorization is the key to succeeding in A&P, and Anatomy & Physiology Workbook For Dummies gives you all the practice you need to score high.Inside and online, you'll find exactly what you need to help you understand, memorize, and retain every bit of the human body. Jam packed with memorization tricks, test-prep tips, and hundreds of practice exercises, it's the ideal resource to help you make anatomy and physiology your minion!* Take an online review quiz for every chapter* Use the workbook as a supplement to classroom learning* Be prepared for whatever comes your way on test day* Gain confidence with practical study tipsIf you're gearing up for a career in the medical field and need to take this often-tough class to fulfill your academic requirements as a high school or college student, this workbook gives you the edge you need to pass with flying colors.

Introduction 1Part 1: The Building Blocks of the Body 5Chapter 1: The Language of Anatomy & Physiology 7Chapter 2: The Chemistry of Life 15Chapter 3: The Cell: Life's Basic Building Block 35Chapter 4: Divide and Conquer: Cellular Mitosis 53Chapter 5: The Study of Tissues: Histology 63Part 2: Weaving It Together: Bones, Muscles, and Skin 77Chapter 6: It's Skin Deep: The Integumentary System 79Chapter 7: A Scaffold to Build On: The Skeleton 95Chapter 8: Getting in Gear: The Muscles 127Part 3: Mission Control: All Systems Go 155Chapter 9: Feeling Jumpy: The Nervous System 157Chapter 10: Raging Hormones: The Endocrine System 191Part 4: Feed and Fuel: Supply and Transport 207Chapter 11: Spreading the Love: The Cardiovascular System 209Chapter 12: Keeping Up Your Defenses: The Lymphatic System 231Chapter 13: Oxygenating the Machine: The Respiratory System 249Chapter 14: Fueling the Functions: The Digestive System 265Chapter 15: Filtering Out the Junk: The Urinary System 287Part 5: Survival of the Species 301Chapter 16: Why Ask Y? The Male Reproductive System 303Chapter 17: Carrying Life: The Female Reproductive System 317Part 6: The Part of Tens 337Chapter 18: Ten Study Tips for Anatomy and Physiology Students 339Chapter 19: Ten Fun Physiology Facts 345Index 351