The
Human
Body
Hardback book
The World Book Encyclopedia of Science
Published by World Book, Inc., Chicago, 1985; revised edition, 1986
© Verlagsgruppe Bertelsmann International GmbH, Munich, 1984
Contents includes:
" Preface
Introduction
Body systems
The skeleton
Muscles
The heart and circulation
Blood and lymph
Lungs and respiration
Food and digestion
The urinary system
Metabolism
The nervous system
The brain
The eye
The ear
Smell and taste
The skin
The endocrine system
Sex and reproduction
Human development
The first 12 months
Age 1 through 5 years
Age 5 through 10 years
Puberty and adolescence
Adulthood
Aging
Illness and health
Disorders and deficiencies
Infection
Allergies
Accidents
Natural defenses
Community health
Personal health
Treatment of illness
Ear, nose, throat and respiratory disorders
Heart, blood and circulatory disorders
Urogenital disorders
Gastrointestinal and liver disorders
Bone, joint and muscle disorders
Glandular disorders
Ophthalmics
Dentistry
Nervous system and skin disorders
Mental disorders
Drugs
Surgery
Alternatives
Glossary
Index
Credits "
This book is in excellent condition with only minor wear.
No torn or ripped pages.
No markings or writing.
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