Name: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Author: Gerard J. Tortora
ISBN: 9780201387766

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Gerard J. Tortora

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THE THESIS

This text investigates the structural organization and functional mechanisms of the human body to provide a comprehensive foundation for students in health-related fields. Gerard J. Tortora, a professor of biology, utilizes his extensive academic background to synthesize complex biological data into a structured pedagogical framework. The book employs a systems-based approach to explain how anatomical structures facilitate physiological processes, ensuring that students understand the integration of form and function.

THE SCOPE MAP

What You Will Find

Detailed examination of human body systems including skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine.
Methodological focus on homeostasis as the central organizing principle for physiological regulation.
Extensive use of clinical case studies and anatomical illustrations to bridge theoretical concepts with medical application.
Comprehensive coverage of cellular biology, tissue types, and metabolic processes.

THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE

Reader & Expert Consensus: This text is widely recognized as a foundational resource for undergraduate anatomy and physiology courses. Experts frequently note the high density of technical terminology and the clarity of the pedagogical structure, making it a standard reference for students entering the healthcare professions.

Page Count:
0

Publication Date:
1998-01-15

Publisher:
Wiley

ISBN-10:
020138776X

ISBN-13:
9780201387766

Science

Medicine

Anatomy

Biology

textbook

Physiology