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Human Physiology: From Cells To Systems

This Canadian edition of a physiology text is built around a single idea: how the body keeps its internal environment steady while it meets shifting demands. It moves from individual cells up to whole organ systems, and it gives attention to research carried out in Canada.

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Its process figures walk readers through each step of key mechanisms, which helps with the harder concepts. The new edition also adds a separate integrative section, marked with distinctive edges, that connects the material in each chapter. The book is aimed at students in physiology, kinesiology, life sciences and nursing programs.

Audience
adult
Length
epic · 800 pages

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