Human Physiology

Part 1 Basic cell functions: chemical composition of the body; cell structure; protein activity and cellular metabolism; genetic information and protein synthesis; movement of molecules across cell membranes. Part 2 Biological control systems: homeostatic mechanisms and cellular communication; neural control mechanisms; the sensory systems; principles of hormonal control systems; muscle; control of body movement; consciousness and behaviour. Part 3 Co-ordinated body functions: circulation; respiration; the kidneys and regulation of water and inorganic ions; the digestion and absorption of food; regulation of organic metabolism, growth, and energy balance; reproduction; defense mechanisms of the body. Appendices: answers to thought questions; English and metric units; electrophysiology equations; outline of exercise physiology.