1 Fundamentals and Cell Physiology
The Body:an Open System with an Internal Environment
Control and Regulation
The Cell
Transport In,Through ,and Between Cells
Passive Transport by Means of Diffusion
Osmosis,Filtration,and Convection
Active Transport
Cell Migration
Electrical Membrane Potentials and Ion Channels
Role of Ca2+ in Cell Regulation
Energy Production and Metabolism
2 Nerve and Muscle,Physical Work
Neuron Structure and Function
Resting Membrane Potential
Action Potential
Propagation of Action Potentials in Nerve Fiber
Artificial Stimulation of Nerve Cells
Synaptic Transmission
Motor End-plate
Motility and Muscle Types
Motor Unit of Skeletal Muscle
Contractile Apparatus of Striated Muscle
Contraction of Striated Muscle
Mechanical Features of Skeletal Muscle
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3 Autonomic Nervous System
4 Blood
5 Respiration
6 Acid-Base Homeostasis
7 Kidneys,Salt,and Water Balance
8 Cardiovascular System
9 Thermal Balance and Thermoregulation
10 Nutrition and Digestion
11 Hormones and Reproduction
12 Central Nervous System and Senses
13 Appendix
Further Reading
Index