Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
ISBN #9780321928610
10th Edition
867 Questions
Homework Questions
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology is a comprehensive guide that interweaves structural details with physiological functions to reveal how the human body maintains homeostasis. The book systematically builds from the chemical and cellular levels of organization to complex organ systems, such as the muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems, emphasizing the critical balance between structure and function. Each section integrates foundational theories with clinical applications, illustrating how changes at the micro level can impact whole-body health. Overall, it serves as an essential resource for understanding both the basic and applied aspects of human anatomy and physiology.
Chapter 1
An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter 2
The Chemical Level of Organization
Chapter 3
The Cellular Level of Organization
Chapter 4
The Tissue Level of Organization
Chapter 5
The Integumentary System
Chapter 6
Osseous Tissue and Bone Structure
Chapter 7
The Axial Skeleton
Chapter 8
The Appendicular Skeleton
Chapter 9
Joints
Chapter 10
Muscle Tissue
Chapter 11
The Muscular System
Chapter 12
Neural Tissue
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Chapter 13
The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, and Spinal Reflexes
Chapter 14
The Brain and Cranial Nerves
Chapter 16
The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher-Order Functions
Chapter 17
The Special Senses
Chapter 18
The Endocrine System
Chapter 19
Blood
Chapter 20
The Heart
Chapter 21
Blood Vessels and Circulation
Chapter 22
The Lymphatic System and Immunity
Chapter 23
The Respiratory System
Chapter 24
The Digestive System
Chapter 25
Metabolism and Energetics
Chapter 26
The Urinary System
Chapter 27
Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance
Chapter 28
The Reproductive System
Chapter 29
Development and Inheritance
Problem 1
The autonomic division of the nervous system directs (a) voluntary motor activity, (b) conscious control of skeletal muscles, (c) unconscious control of skeletal muscles, (d) processes that maintain homeostasis, (e) sensory input from the skin.
Jennifer Stoner Numerade Educator
Problem 2
Which of the following is primarily responsible for stabilizing, positioning, and bracing the pectoral girdles? (a) tendons, (b) ligaments, (c) the joint shape, (d) muscles, (e) the shape of the bones within the joint.
Courtney Titus Numerade Educator
Problem 3
The glomerular filtration rate is regulated by all of the following, except (a) autoregulation, (b) sympathetic neural control, (c) cardiac output, (d) angiotensin II, (e) the hormone ADH.
Bryan Valdivia Numerade Educator
Problem 4
Which of the following statements is false concerning the gray matter of the spinal cord? (a) It is located in the interior of the spinal cord around the central canal, (b) It functions in processing neural information, (c) It is primarily involved in relaying information to the brain, (d) It contains motor neurons, (e) It is divided into regions called horns.
Jessica Wolf Numerade Educator
Problem 5
Identify six types of tactile receptors located in the skin, and describe their sensitivities.
Kaela Piechowicz Numerade Educator
Problem 6
Jill suffers from anorexia nervosa. One afternoon she is rushed to the emergency room because of cardiac arrhythmias. Her breath smells fruity, and her blood and urine samples contain high levels of ketone bodies. Why do you think she is having the arrhythmias?
Rashmi Sinha Numerade Educator
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