Encyclopedia of Human Body Systems 2 volumes by Julie McDowell PDF

By Julie McDowell

ISBN-10: 0313391750

ISBN-13: 9780313391750

ISBN-10: 0313391769

ISBN-13: 9780313391767

Ligaments and lymphatic fluid. the center and the hormone regulatory approach. The respiration and reproductive structures. The human physique includes a myriad of interesting, advanced, and effective structures, lots of which function consistently with out our wisdom or awareness—that is, until eventually we develop into unwell or injured.This encyclopedia presents a concise but complete creation to every of the structures of the human physique, exploring all eleven organ structures of the human physique: the circulatory, digestive, endocrine, integumentary, lymphatic, muscular, fearful, reproductive, breathing, skeletal, and urinary structures. every one bankruptcy contains precise descriptions of significant physiological tactics, mobile and tissue forms, in addition to the organs and their roles in the higher process. unique recognition is additionally given to the ways that those structures engage. Written in available prose, this article is an easy-to-understand reference for lay readers of any age and an excellent source for any highschool well-being curriculum.

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There are 11 organ systems, and each with their own chapter in this book. 2 Organ Systems of the Human Body Organ system General function Some examples Circulatory Movement of chemicals through the body Heart Digestive Supply of nutrients to the body Stomach, small intestine Endocrine Maintenance of internal environmental conditions Thyroid Integumentary Protection against pathogens and chemicals, as well as excessive loss of water Skin, hair Lymphatic Immune system, transport, return of fluids Spleen Muscular Movement Cardiac muscle, skeletal muscle Nervous Processing of incoming stimuli and coordination of activity Brain, spinal cord Reproductive Production of offspring Testes, ovaries Respiratory Gas exchange Lungs Skeletal Support, storage of nutrients Bones, ligaments Urinary Removal of waste products Bladder, kidneys 16 Julie McDowell detailed description of the functions of each organ system.

CAD, also known as coronary heart disease, occurs when plaque builds up inside the arteries that supply the muscles of the heart with blood. This plaque buildup makes it harder for blood to get to the right areas of the heart. Plaque is composed of substances found in the blood, like fat and cholesterol. Plaque buildup results in a condition called atherosclerosis. Certain factors increase the risk of developing CAD: Overweight or obesity: Extra body weight from bone, fat, and/or water (overweight), or a high amount of extra body fat (obesity).

In addition to their different staining properties, the three types of granulocytes have separate functions. 2 billion cells per quart (5 billion cells per liter) of blood, engulf and destroy small invading organisms and materials, which are collectively known as antigens. Averaging about twice the size of red blood cells, neutrophils are a main bodily defense mechanism against infection and are particularly suited to consuming bacteria. 3). The sequence of events begins with the human body recognizing that a foreign material has invaded.

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