7 Endocrine glands Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the function of hormones • the control of hormone secretion • the function of specific glands The…

2 The cellular level of organization Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the structure of a typical cell • the structure and function of the plasma…

13 The blood Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the composition of blood • the formation of blood cells • the formation of red blood cells…

24 Non-specific resistance and the immune system Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the differences between specific and non-specific protection • the process of inflammation •…

20 Nutrition Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • which are the essential foodstuffs • the different types of sugar in the diet • what happens when…

19 The liver, biliary system and pancreas Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the structure and function of the liver • the structure and function of…

23 The skin Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the structure of skin • the function of skin • the repair of skin This chapter covers…

5 The ear Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the structure of the ear • the function of the ear • the mechanism of hearing The…

1 Introduction Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the characteristics of living matter • the terms used in anatomy The characteristics of living matter Organic matter…

21 Digestion and metabolism Learning objectives After reading this chapter you should understand: • the digestion of carbohydrates, fats and proteins • the main features of metabolism The anatomy of…