The human body’s ability to withstand environmental factors and the physical stress of daily life is just as remarkable as its ability to overcome illness and injury. The organs and mechanisms that allow the human body to function are the subjects of this informative and insightful series. Covering everything from anatomy to physiology to the possible diseases and disorders of several major regions of the human form, these books allow students to...

The human body is unmatched by any other species on Earth. Explore our amazing anatomy in fine detail before delving into the intricacies of the complex processes, functions and systems that keep us going through incredible illustrations, photography and explanations. Take the head-to-toe tour and begin to see yourself in a whole new light! Featuring: 50 amazing body facts - Discover some intriguing trivia about the human body. Human anatomy -

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Describes the human muscular system and compares it to that of other animals.

"An introduction to the circulatory system of the human body--one of six volumes in a set titled WORLD BOOK'S HUMAN BODY WORKS. Includes illustrations, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the various parts of the skeleton and how bones grow, and discusses joints, the difference between male and female skeletons, bone injuries and diseases, and related topics.

"Muscles do a lot more than make people strong. They help people move and can even keep them warm. The human body depends on muscle to survive. The exciting question-and-answer format of this book touches on many incredible facts about muscles and how they work in the human body, ensuring that readers will come away with a better understanding of this essential elementary science topic. Important biology and health concepts are brightly illustrated...

Take a tour of the human eye in this engrossing volume. Colorful images and diagrams invite the reader to take a deeper look at the workings of the human eye. Follow along as we discover how light plays a role and how the eye and the brain work together to interpret the world around us.

Microbes are the oldest living organisms on the planet. They have been around for billions of years. Why haven t you seen them, then? Microbes are tiny, single-celled organisms millions could fit in the eye of a needle. You might think of microbes as organisms that make us sick. This is true, but it is also true that we couldn t live without them. Readers will be thrilled to learn more about the microscopic world of microbes and their impact on the...

What s your favorite food? Everyone has their own personal likes and dislikes when it comes to food. Explore the world of taste and digestion in this volume that follows food through the digestive system. Touching on proper nutrition as well as the functioning of this important body system, this title is relatable, readable, and dare we say it highly digestible!