Volume Overview

This second volume of Defining Physiology: Principles, Themes, Concepts continues on the same format as the first.

Content and Approach

In this new release, a selection of 44 essential topics in each major organ system is defined, then major themes, concepts, and principles surrounding these words in their physiologic scenarios are elaborated. For each keyword, a question is posed at the end of the text to test for a better understanding of the associated physiology of nervous and gastrointestinal systems.

Target Audience

This book presents an easy reference guide for those just starting out in the area of physiology and for those who are interested in clear and succinct definitions of key terms.