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(4.5) | None | A Thoroughly Revised and Updated Edition of an Acclaimed Human Biology TextDesigned for the undergraduate, non-science major, the thoroughly updated eighth edition of Human Biology, continues to present the latest information on the structure, function, health, and disease of the human body, while maintaining the central organizational theme of homeostasis. This acclaimed text explores the world from the cellular level, followed by a look at tissues and organs, and then moves on to a discussion of humans as organisms within a complex evolutionary and ecological environment. Dr. Chiras discusses the scientific process in a thought-provoking way that challenges students to become deeper, more critical thinkers. The focus on health and homeostasis allows students to learn key concepts while also assessing their own health needs and learning how to implement a healthy lifestyle.New to the thoroughly revised and updated Eighth Edition:* Features a reorganized chapter layout so content on the circulatory system and blood are presented before the chapter on nutrition and digestion.* Moved the expanded in-chapter key concepts from the beginning to the end of each section.* Contains new information on numerous topics, including expanded coverage on nutrition and the importance of plant-based nutrients and plant sources of complete proteins, new information on the functions of the appendix, additional information on the benefits of breastfeeding, and new content on the causes and treatment of acne.* New topics added to this edition include primary cilia, hormonal control of hunger, effective treatments for insomnia, use of organs from pigs to repair damaged organs, health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, new information on HIV infections, genetic determination of sex, natural killer cells, and many more!… (more) |
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This book is dedicated to the memory of my mother, the late Mary F. Chiras, to my father, Stan Chiras, to my brothers, Jim and Stan, to my two loving sons, Skyler and Forrest, and to my partner, Linda Sturart, for her patience, kindness, and unwavering love. | |
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Preface Human Biology, Sixth Edition, is written for the introductory human biology course. This book contains a wealth of information on the human body. It presents basic concepts of chemistry that will help you understand the chemistry of living things. It also explores the fascinating world of the cell and examines the structure and function of the tissues and organs that make up our bodies. The book looks at evolution, ecology, and environmental issues, too. Chapter 1 Life in the Balance: Human Health, Homeostasis, Evolution, Science, and Critical Thinking
Three to four million years ago, humanlike organisms roamed the grasslands of Africa (FIGURE 1—1). Scientists dubbed them Australopithecus afarensis (aus-TRAL-owe-PITH-a-CUSS A-far-EN-suss).¹ Standing only three feet tall and walking upright, these creatures, some of our earliest ancestors, subsisted in large part on a diet of roots, seeds, nuts, and fruits. Studies suggest that they also supplemented their primarily vegetarian diet with carrion, animals that had been killed by predators or that had died from other causes. They also may have captured and killed other animals for meat.
¹As you will see in Chapter 23, scientists have discovered a number of earlier humanlike species. One species, Sahelanthropus tchadensis, inhabited Africa six to seven billion years ago. | |
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Ending the waste and pollution—and soon—is crucial if we are to protect the envionment and ourselves. The balance of nature is. after all. the balance that sustains us. We risk upsetting it at our own peril. Protecting the planet is the ultimate form of health care. (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.) | |
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▾References References to this work on external resources. Wikipedia in English (3)▾Book descriptions A Thoroughly Revised and Updated Edition of an Acclaimed Human Biology TextDesigned for the undergraduate, non-science major, the thoroughly updated eighth edition of Human Biology, continues to present the latest information on the structure, function, health, and disease of the human body, while maintaining the central organizational theme of homeostasis. This acclaimed text explores the world from the cellular level, followed by a look at tissues and organs, and then moves on to a discussion of humans as organisms within a complex evolutionary and ecological environment. Dr. Chiras discusses the scientific process in a thought-provoking way that challenges students to become deeper, more critical thinkers. The focus on health and homeostasis allows students to learn key concepts while also assessing their own health needs and learning how to implement a healthy lifestyle.New to the thoroughly revised and updated Eighth Edition:* Features a reorganized chapter layout so content on the circulatory system and blood are presented before the chapter on nutrition and digestion.* Moved the expanded in-chapter key concepts from the beginning to the end of each section.* Contains new information on numerous topics, including expanded coverage on nutrition and the importance of plant-based nutrients and plant sources of complete proteins, new information on the functions of the appendix, additional information on the benefits of breastfeeding, and new content on the causes and treatment of acne.* New topics added to this edition include primary cilia, hormonal control of hunger, effective treatments for insomnia, use of organs from pigs to repair damaged organs, health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, new information on HIV infections, genetic determination of sex, natural killer cells, and many more! ▾Library descriptions No library descriptions found. ▾LibraryThing members' description
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