Human Biology,
11th Edition

Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

ISBN-13: 9781305112100
Copyright 2016 | Published
608 pages | List Price: USD $274.95

Clear, engaging, and visually compelling, Starr and McMillan's HUMAN BIOLOGY teaches you the core concepts of human biology and prepares you to make well-informed decisions in your life. Each chapter opens with an application that highlights the relevance of biology and motivates the study of the topic. You then learn basic concepts which help you think critically about these issues. Useful learning aids, such as section-ending "Take-Home Messages" and a running glossary help you understand key concepts. At the end of the chapter, "Your Future" and "Explore on Your Own" sections demonstrate the impact and personal relevance of the content on your life. Available with InfoTrac® Student Collections http://gocengage.com/infotrac.

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1. Learning about Human Biology.
2. Chemistry of Life.
3. Cells and How They Work.
4. Tissues, Organs, and Organ Systems.
5. The Skeletal System.
6. The Muscular System.
7. Circulation: The Heart and Blood Vessels.
8. Blood.
9. Immunity and Disease.
10. The Respiratory System.
11. Digestion and Nutrition.
12. The Urinary System.
13. The Nervous System.
14. Sensory Systems.
15. The Endocrine System.
16. Reproductive Systems.
17. Development and Aging.
18. Cell Reproduction.
19. Introduction to Genetics.
20. Chromosomes and Human Genetics.
21. DNA, Genes, and Biotechnology.
22. Genes and Disease: Cancer.
23. Principles of Evolution.
24. Principles of Ecology.
25. Human Impacts on the Biosphere.

  • Cecie Starr

    For decades, Cecie Starr has been known as one of the best-selling biology textbook authors. Her texts, appreciated for their clarity in both the written word and the visual representation of biological concepts, include multiple editions of BIOLOGY: THE UNITY AND DIVERSITY OF LIFE, BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS, and BIOLOGY TODAY AND TOMORROW. Her original dream was to become an architect. Instead of building houses, she now builds, with care and attention to detail, texts based on this philosophy: "I invite students into a chapter through an intriguing story. Once inside, they get the great windows that biologists construct on the world of life. Biology is not just another house. It is a conceptual mansion. I hope to do it justice."

  • Beverly McMillan

    Beverly McMillan holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of California, Berkeley. She has worked extensively in educational and commercial publishing as an author, science writer, project manager, and multimedia content developer. In addition to her contributions to college textbooks, Beverly has written or coauthored multiple popular books on topics in natural history and human health and biology, as well as field guides to the flora and fauna of more than 20 US states. She has also created Web and print content for such clients as the US National Park Service, the Science Museum of Virginia, The Mariners’ Museum, the San Francisco Exploratorium, the University of California system, and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science/College of William and Mary.

  • UPDATED AND REVISED COVERAGE of changing nutritional guidelines, allergies and autoimmunity, new scientific understanding of human evolution, and a streamlined presentation of genetics concepts keeps students up-to-date with the latest changes in the field.

  • NEW AND IMPROVED ILLUSTRATIONS AND FRESH, STRIKING PHOTOGRAPHS clarify key concepts and processes.

  • NEW "FOCUS ON HUMAN IMPACT" BOXES demonstrate how individual actions affect current issues related to human health, the environment, and societal concerns.

  • A NEW APPENDIX ON GENETICS covers test crosses and the inheritance of multiple traits.

  • UPDATED MINDTAP DIGITAL LEARNING PLATFORM features new assignable problems, a new digital study guide, and new videos, along with assignable, gradable activities, pre- and post-learning assessments, and "How Would You Vote?" engagement activities.

  • NEW AND IMPROVED ILLUSTRATIONS AND FRESH, STRIKING PHOTOGRAPHS clarify key concepts and processes.

  • NEW "FOCUS ON HUMAN IMPACT" BOXES demonstrate how individual actions affect current issues related to human health, the environment, and societal concerns.

  • A NEW APPENDIX ON GENETICS covers test crosses and the inheritance of multiple traits.

  • UPDATED MINDTAP DIGITAL LEARNING PLATFORM features a new digital study guide, new assignable problems and new videos, along with assignable, gradable activities, pre- and post-learning assessments, and "How Would You Vote?" engagement activities.

  • HOMEOSTASIS EMPHASIS AND CONNECTIONS: Each human systems chapter has a "Homeostasis Preview" and a "Connections" grid that show integration of body systems and highlight the role of the system in the chapter.

  • INTEGRATED INFECTIOUS DISEASE COVERAGE: In Chapter 1, infectious diseases are introduced as a global health issue. Subsequent chapters, especially the systems chapters, integrate coverage of diseases and disorders, including a section on infectious disease concerns related to the chapter's main topic.

  • APPLICATIONS: Each chapter opens with a brief, interesting essay about a biology-related issue or research finding that relates to the chapter topic. The chapter discussions show students how understanding basic concepts of human biology can help them think critically and make informed decisions.

  • RUNNING GLOSSARY: The on-page running glossary gives students immediate help with the language of human biology.

  • TAKE-HOME MESSAGE: At the end of each section, a question and bulleted list of answers help students grasp the key concepts.

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  • HOMEOSTASIS EMPHASIS AND CONNECTIONS: Each human systems chapter has a "Homeostasis Preview" and a "Connections" grid that show integration of body systems and highlight the role of the system in the chapter.

  • INTEGRATED INFECTIOUS DISEASE COVERAGE: In Chapter 1, infectious diseases are introduced as a global health issue. Subsequent chapters, especially the systems chapters, integrate coverage of diseases and disorders, including a section on infectious disease concerns related to the chapter's main topic.

  • APPLICATIONS: Each chapter opens with a brief, interesting essay about a biology-related issue or research finding that relates to the chapter topic. The chapter discussions show how understanding basic concepts of human biology can help you think critically and make informed decisions.

  • TAKE-HOME MESSAGE: At the end of each section, a question and bulleted list of answers help you grasp key concepts.

  • RUNNING GLOSSARY: The on-page running glossary gives you immediate help with the language of human biology.

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