Table of Contents – Human Biology

Contents

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Statement of Adaption
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