Seeley’s Anatomy and Physiology is problem solving when you need it! This text is designed to help students develop a solid, basic understanding of anatomy and physiology without an encyclopedic presentation of detail. Great care has been taken to select important concepts and to perfectly describe the anatomy of cells, organs, and organ systems. The plan that has been followed for eight editions of this text is to combine clear and accurate descriptions of anatomy with precise explanations of how structures function and examples of how they work together to maintain life. To emphasize the concepts of anatomy and physiology, the authors provide explanations of how the systems respond to aging, changes in physical activity, and disease, with a special focus on homeostasis and the regulatory mechanisms that maintain it. Timely and interesting examples demonstrate the application of knowledge in a clinical context.

Table of Contents

Part 1 Organization of the Human Body
1 The Human Organism
2 The Chemical Basis of Life
3 Cell Biology and Genetics
4 Histology: The Study of Tissues

Part 2 Support and Movement
5 Integumentary System
6 Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue
7 Skeletal System: Gross Anatomy
8 Articulations and Movement
9 Muscular System: Histology and Physiology
10 Muscular System: Gross Anatomy

Part 3 Integration and Control Systems
11 Functional Organization of Nervous Tissue
12 Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves
13 Brain and Cranial Nerves
14 Integration of Nervous System Functions
15 The Special Senses
16 Autonomic Nervous System
17 Functional Organization of the Endocrine System
18 Endocrine Glands

Part 4 Regulations and Maintenance
19 Cardiovascular System: Blood
20 Cardiovascular System: The Heart
21 Cardiovascular System: Peripheral Circulation and Regulation
22 Lymphatic System and Immunity
23 Respiratory System
24 Digestive System
25 Nutrition, Metabolism, and Temperature Regulation
26 Urinary System
27 Water, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance

Part 5 Reproduction and Development
28 Reproductive System
29 Development, Growth, and Aging

Appendix A Periodic Table
Appendix B Scientific Notation
Appendix C Solution Concentrations
Appendix D pH
Appendix E Answers to Review and Comprehension Questions
Appendix F Answers to Critical Thinking Questions
Appendix G Answers to Predict Questions

About the Author
Dr. Rod Seeley holds a B.S. in Zoolgy from Idaho State University and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Zoology from Utah State University. By being very involved in the methods and mechanism that help students learn, Rod contributes with his teaching expertise and proven ability to communicate effectively.Dr. Trent Stephens holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Zoology from Brigham Young University and a Ph.D. in anatomy from the University of Pennsylvania. Trent teaches human anatomy, neuroanatomy, and embryology. His skill as a biological illustrator has greatly influenced every illustration in his texts. Dr. Philip Tate earned B.S. degrees in both mathematics and zoology and an M.S. in ecology from San Diego State University. He earned his doctorate in biological education from Idaho State University. Phil has taught anatomy and physiology to all levels of students: nursing and allied health, physical education, and biology majors.