Biology Anatomy

This updated, student-centric revision of Essentials of Anatomy& Physiology is written in a clear and concise manner to help students from all backgrounds prepare for a career in the allied health professions. The eighth edition simplifies the complexities of anatomy and physiology in ways that enhance understanding without diluting the essentials of the subject matter.

A full-color, easy-to-understand introduction to anatomy, physiology, and pathology that's designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the human body without overwhelming readers.

Students will appreciate the voice and approach of the text (like the author is speaking with them during office hours), but most importantly the focus on metacognition and learning science will help them improve as students, both within the A&P classroom and beyond. Track your scores and stay motivated to achieve your goals. MindTap helps you identify areas in need of improvement and where you need to focus your efforts. Highlight key text, add notes and create custom flashcards. When it's time to study, you can easily gather everything you've flagged or noted into an organized, effective study guide.

Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function tells a story comprised of many layers, including core science, clinical applications, the history of medicine, and evolution of the human body. Saladin combines this humanistic perspective on anatomy and physiology with vibrant photos and art to convey the beauty and excitement of the subject. To help students manage the tremendous amount of information in this introductory course, the narrative is broken into short segments, each framed by expected learning outcomes and self-testing review questions.