Includes Glossary and Appendix.

Content :Basic cell processes: integration and coordination -- Introduction to physiology -- Molecular interactions -- Compartmentation:cells and tissues -- Energy and cellular metabolism -- Membrane dynamics -- Communication,integration,and homeostasis -- Homeostasis and control -- Introduction to the endocine system -- Neuron:cellular and network properties -- The central nervous system -- Sensory physiology -- Efferent division:autonomic and somatic motor control -- Muscles -- Integrative physiology 1:control of the body movement -- Integration of function -- Cardiovascular physiology -- Blood flow and the control of blood pressure -- Blood -- Mechanics of breathing -- Gas exchange and transport -- The Kidneys -- Integrative physiology 11: fluid and electrolyte balance -- Metabolism,growth and aging -- The digestive system -- Metabolism and energy balance -- Endocrine control of growth and metabolism -- The immune system -- Integrative physiology 111:exercise -- Reproduction and development .