Anatomy & Physiology for Dummies

**Learn about the human body from the inside out** Some people think that knowing about what goes on inside the human body can sap life of its mystery—which is too bad for them. Anybody who’s ever taken a peak under the hood knows that the human body, and all its various structures and functions, is a realm of awe-inspiring complexity and countless wonders. The dizzying dance of molecule, cell, tissue, organ, muscle, sinew, and bone that we call life can be a thing of breathtaking beauty and humbling perfection. *Anatomy & Physiology For Dummies* combines anatomical terminology and function so you’ll learn not only names and terms but also gain an understanding of how the human body works. Whether you’re a student, an aspiring medical, healthcare or fitness professional, or just someone who’s curious about the human body and how it works, this book offers you a fun, easy way to get a handle on the basics of anatomy and physiology. * Understand the meaning of terms in anatomy and physiology * Get to know the body’s anatomical structures—from head to toe * Explore the body’s systems and how they interact to keep us alive * Gain insight into how the structures and systems function in sickness and health Written in plain English and packed with beautiful illustrations, *Anatomy & Physiology For Dummies* is your guide to a fantastic voyage of the human body.