Contents

  1. Chapter 1 - Nature and Processes of Science

    1. 1.1 Case Study: Why Should You Learn About Science?

    2. 1.2 What is Science?

    3. 1.3 The Nature of Science

    4. 1.4 Scientific Investigations

    5. 1.5 Theories in Science

    6. 1.6 Traditional Ecological Knowledge

    7. 1.7 Pseudoscience and Other Misuses of Science

    8. 1.8 Case Study Conclusion: To Give a Shot or Not

  2. Chapter 2 - Biology: The Study of Life

    1. 2.1 Case Study: Why Should You Study Human Biology?

    2. 2.2 Shared Traits of All Living Things

    3. 2.3 Basic Principles of Biology

    4. 2.4 Diversity of Life

    5. 2.5 The Human Animal

    6. 2.6 Case Study Conclusion: Our Invisible Inhabitants

  3. Chapter 3 - Biological Molecules

    1. 3.1 Case Study: Chemistry and Your Life

    2. 3.2 Elements and Compounds

    3. 3.3 Biochemical Compounds

    4. 3.4 Carbohydrates

    5. 3.5 Lipids

    6. 3.6 Proteins

    7. 3.7 Nucleic Acids

    8. 3.8 Chemical Reactions

    9. 3.9 Energy in Chemical Reactions

    10. 3.10 Chemical Reactions in Living Things

    11. 3.11 Water and Life

    12. 3.12 Acids and Bases

    13. 3.13 Case Study Conclusion: Diet Dilemma

  4. Chapter 4 Cells

    1. 4.1 Case Study: The Importance of Cells

    2. 4.2 Discovery of Cells and Cell Theory

    3. 4.3 Variation in Cells

    4. 4.4 Plasma Membrane

    5. 4.5 Cytoplasm and Cytoskeleton

    6. 4.6 Cell Organelles

    7. 4.7 Passive Transport

    8. 4.8 Active Transport

    9. 4.9 Energy Needs of Living Things

    10. 4.10 Cellular Respiration

    11. 4.11 Anaerobic Processes

    12. 4.12 Cell Cycle and Cell Division

    13. 4.13 Mitosis and Cytokinesis

    14. 4.14 Case Study Conclusion: More Than Just Tired

  5. Chapter 5 Genetics

    1. 5.1 Case Study: Genes and Inheritance

    2. 5.2 Chromosomes and Genes

    3. 5.3 DNA

    4. 5.4 DNA Replication

    5. 5.5 RNA

    6. 5.6 Genetic Code

    7. 5.7 Protein Synthesis

    8. 5.8 Mutations

    9. 5.9 Regulation of Gene Expression

    10. 5.10 Mendel's Experiments and Laws of Inheritance

    11. 5.11 Genetics of Inheritance

    12. 5.12 Sexual Reproduction, Meiosis, and Gametogenesis

    13. 5.13 Mendelian Inheritance

    14. 5.14 Non-Mendelian Inheritance

    15. 5.15 Genetic Disorders

    16. 5.16 Genetic Engineering

    17. 5.17 The Human Genome

    18. 5.18 Case Study Conclusion: Cancer in the Family

  6. Chapter 6 Human Variation

    1. 6.1 Case Study: Our Similarities and Differences

    2. 6.2 Genetic Variation

    3. 6.3 Classifying Human Variation

    4. 6.4 Human Responses to Environmental Stress

    5. 6.5 Variation in Blood Types

    6. 6.6 Human Responses to High Altitude

    7. 6.7 Human Responses to Extreme Climates

    8. 6.8 Nutritional Adaptation

    9. 6.9 Case Study Conclusion: Your Genes May Help You Save a Life

  7. Chapter 7 Introduction to the Human Body

    1. 7.1 Case Study: Under Pressure

    2. 7.2 Organization of the Body

    3. 7.3 Human Cells and Tissues

    4. 7.4 Tissues

    5. 7.5 Human Organs and Organ Systems

    6. 7.6 Human Body Cavities

    7. 7.7 Interactions of Organ Systems

    8. 7.8 Homeostasis and Feedback

    9. 7.9 Case Study Conclusion: Under Pressure

  8. Chapter 8 Nervous System

    1. 8.1 Case Study: The Control Centre of Your Body

    2. 8.2 Introduction to the Nervous System

    3. 8.3 Neurons and Neuroglia

    4. 8.4 Nerve Impulses

    5. 8.5 Central Nervous System

    6. 8.6 Peripheral Nervous System

    7. 8.7 Human Senses

    8. 8.8 Psychoactive Drugs

    9. 8.9 Case Study Conclusion: Fading Memory

  9. Chapter 9 Endocrine System

    1. 9.1 Case Study: Hormones and Health

    2. 9.2 Introduction to the Endocrine System

    3. 9.3 Endocrine Hormones

    4. 9.4 Pituitary Gland

    5. 9.5 Thyroid Gland

    6. 9.6 Adrenal Glands

    7. 9.7 Pancreas

  10. Chapter 10 Integumentary System

    1. 10.1 Case Study: Skin, Hair, and Nails - Decorative but Functional

    2. 10.2 Introduction to the Integumentary System

    3. 10.3 Epidermis

    4. 10.4 Dermis

    5. 10.5 Hair

    6. 10.6 Nails

    7. 10.7 Skin Cancer

    8. 10.8 Case Study Conclusion: Wearing His Heart on His Sleeve

  11. Chapter 11 Skeletal System

    1. 11.1 Case Study: Your Support System

    2. 11.2 Introduction to the Skeletal System

    3. 11.3 Divisions of the Skeletal System

    4. 11.4 Structure of Bone

    5. 11.5 Bone Growth, Remodeling, and Repair

    6. 11.6 Joints

    7. 11.7 Disorders of the Skeletal System

    8. 11.8 Case Study Conclusion: A Pain in the Foot

  12. Chapter 12 Muscular System

    1. 12.1 Case Study: Muscles and Movement

    2. 12.2 Introduction to the Muscular System

    3. 12.3 Types of Muscle Tissue

    4. 12.4 Muscle Contraction

    5. 12.5 Physical Exercise

    6. 12.6 Disorders of the Muscular System

    7. 12.7 Case Study Conclusion: Needing to Relax

  13. Chapter 13 Respiratory System

    1. 13.1 Case Study: Respiratory System and Gas Exchange

    2. 13.2 Structure and Function of the Respiratory System

    3. 13.3 Breathing

    4. 13.4 Gas Exchange

    5. 13.5 Disorders of the Respiratory System

    6. 13.6 Smoking and Health

    7. 13.7 Case Study Conclusion: Cough That Won't Quit

  14. Chapter 14 Cardiovascular System

    1. 14.1 Case Study: Your Body's Transportation System

    2. 14.2 Introduction to the Cardiovascular System

    3. 14.3 Heart

    4. 14.4 Blood Vessels

    5. 14.5 Blood

    6. 14.6 Cardiovascular Disease

    7. 14.7 Case Study Conclusion: Flight Risk

  15. Chapter 15 Digestive System

    1. 15.1 Case Study: Food Processing

    2. 15.2 Introduction to the Digestive System

    3. 15.3 Digestion and Absorption

    4. 15.4 Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

    5. 15.5 Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

    6. 15.6 Accessory Organs of Digestion

    7. 15.7 Disorders of the Gastrointestinal Tract

    8. 15.8 Case Study Conclusion: Please Don’t Pass the Bread

  16. Chapter 16 Excretory System

    1. 16.1 Case Study: Waste Management

    2. 16.2 Organs of Excretion

    3. 16.3 Introduction to the Urinary System

    4. 16.4 Kidneys

    5. 16.5 Ureters, Urinary Bladder, and Urethra

    6. 16.6 Disorders of the Urinary System

    7. 16.7 Case Study Conclusion: Drink and Flush

  17. Chapter 17 Immune System

    1. 17.1 Case Study: Your Defense System

    2. 17.2 Introduction to the Immune System

    3. 17.3 Lymphatic System

    4. 17.4 Innate Immune System

    5. 17.5 Adaptive Immune System

    6. 17.6 Disorders of the Immune System

    7. 17.7 Case Study Conclusion: Defending Your Defenses

  18. Chapter 18 Reproductive System

    1. 18.1 Case Study: Making Babies

    2. 18.2 Introduction to the Reproductive System

    3. 18.3 Structures of the Male Reproductive System

    4. 18.4 Functions of the Male Reproductive System

    5. 18.5 Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

    6. 18.6 Structures of the Female Reproductive System

    7. 18.7 Functions of the Female Reproductive System

    8. 18.8 Menstrual Cycle

    9. 18.9 Disorders of the Female Reproductive System

    10. 18.10 Infertility

    11. 18.11 Contraception

    12. 18.12 Case Study Conclusion: Trying to Conceive

  19. Review Questions and Answers

    1. Chapter 1 Answers: Nature and Processes of Science

    2. Chapter 2 Answers: Biology: The Study of Life

    3. Chapter 3 Answers: Biological Molecules

    4. Chapter 4 Answers: Cells

    5. Chapter 5 Answers: Genetics

    6. Chapter 6 Answers: Human Variation

    7. Chapter 7 Answers: Introduction to the Human Body

    8. Chapter 8 Answers: Nervous System

    9. Chapter 9 Answers: Endocrine System

    10. Chapter 10 Answers: Integumentary System

    11. Chapter 11 Answers: Skeletal System

    12. Chapter 12 Answers: Muscular System

    13. Chapter 13 Answers: Respiratory System

    14. Chapter 14 Answers: Cardiovascular System

    15. Chapter 15 Answers: Digestive System

    16. Chapter 16 Answers: Excretory System

    17. Chapter 17 Answers: Immune System

    18. Chapter 18 Answers: Reproductive System

  20. Statement of Adaption

  21. Glossary