Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology, Pig Version (3rd Edition) [Spiral-bound]

Michael G. Wood (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0805373705 | ISBN-13: 978-0805373707 | Publication Date: January 20, 2005 | Edition: 3

Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology, Pig Version, Third Edition features full-color illustrations and step-by-step instructions designed to help readers visualize structures, understand three-dimensional relationships, and comprehend complex physiological processes.

 Laboratory Safety, Introduction to the Human Body, Body Cavities and Membranes, Use of the Microscope, Anatomy of the Cell and Cell Division, Movement Across Cell Membranes, Epithelial Tissue, Connective Tissues, Muscle Tissue, Neural Tissue, The Integumentary System, Body Membranes, Skeletal System Overview, The Axial Skeleton, The Appendicular Skeleton, Articulations, Organization of Skeletal Muscles, Muscles of the Head and Neck, Muscles of the Chest, Abdomen, Spine, and Pelvis, Muscles of the Shoulder, Arm, and Hand, Muscles of the Pelvis, Leg, and Foot, Muscle Physiology, Organization of the Nervous System, The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, and Reflexes, Anatomy of the Brain, Autonomic Nervous System, General Senses, Special Senses: Olfaction and Gustation, Anatomy of the Eye, Physiology of the Eye, Anatomy of the Ear, Physiology of the Ear, The Endocrine System, Blood, Anatomy of the Heart, Anatomy of the Systemic Circulation, Cardiovascular Physiology, Lymphatic System, Anatomy of the Respiratory System, Physiology of the Respiratory System, Anatomy of the Digestive System, Digestive Physiology, Anatomy of the Urinary System, Physiology of the Urinary System, Anatomy of the Reproductive System, Development, Muscles of the Pig, Pig Nervous System, Pig Endocrine System, Pig Circulatory System, Pig Lymphatic System, Pig Respiratory System, Pig Digestive System, Pig Urinary System Pig Reproductive System

For all readers interested in anatomy & physiology of the pig.

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About the Author

Michael G. Wood is a Professor of Biology at Del Mar College in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he has taught anatomy & physiology and biology for over 20 years. He has received the “Educator of the Year” and “Teacher of the Year” awards from the Del Mar College student body and from the local business community. He received his M.S. in 1986 at Pan American University, now the University of Texas at Pan American, where his research examined the ecological impact of an introduced species used widely in aquaculture (the blue tilapia) on the native fish population in the Rio Grande drainage of South Texas. He is a member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS).

--This text refers to an alternate Spiral-bound edition.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 872 pages
• Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 3 edition (January 20, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805373705
• ISBN-13: 978-0805373707
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,172,252 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, October 9, 2011

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This review is from: Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology, Pig Version (4th Edition) (Spiral-bound)

This lab book is extremely helpful in my understanding of Human A&P. You just have to dedicate the time to it. I love their tables and charts that summarize the information in a logical manner.

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty great for a required book, August 30, 2011

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This review is from: Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology, Pig Version (4th Edition) (Spiral-bound)

This lab manual was required for my Anatomy & Physiology class, and was meant for us to pair with Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology with IP 10-System suite (8th Edition). The textbook is also very good and offers quite a few techniques to help students, but in a fast-paced class, I found that reading the lab manual was sometimes the quicker speed I needed.

The lab manual matches up well with the textbook; obviously it is more comprehensive on laboratory activities, is generally less detailed, and does omit some information that your professor will test you on from the textbook. I used it in laboratory, and to quickly introduce a unit's anatomy. It cannot be used alone, but was able to read the textbook less. I get overwhelmed with a huge textbook in front of me, so I really appreciated the quality of the text in the lab manual. It was also helpful to read before a lab, and I found that the review questions following each chapter (though not required by my professor) were great in reinforcing what we learned & to further study.

Pictures & diagrams are quite good, and the ability to neatly tear off a page for quick reference is helpful.
I appreciate the spiral binding; it is good for lab activities especially pig dissection, where you can't hold open the book and wield a probe at the same time. I do wish the cover was more durable; it is intended for a 2-semester A&P class, and I found that regular use lead to quick wear.

** For all A&P students ** - I would try to get either the Lab Manual or the Fundamentals textbook with Pearson's Myaandp.com website code intact & unused. This was honestly very valuable. I found the Practice Anatomy Lab (PAL 2.0) and online activities (including quizzes, diagram labeling, tough topic mp3s) were VERY helpful, and several other people in my class agreed with me. The practice anatomy lab has self-review, quizzes, and fill-in-the-blank lab practical practices for a human cadaver, plastic anatomical models, fetal pig, and cat. It's a great way to supplement your knowledge and review for lab exams.