Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals (Hardcover, 3)

Preface to the Third Edition xxvii

Preface to the Second Edition xxix

Preface to the First Edition xxxi

About the Companion Website xxxiii

1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 1

2 The Cell: The Common Physiological Denominator 11

3 Fundamental Biochemical Pathways and Processes in Cellular Physiology 61

4 Tissue Structure and Organization 95

5 Integumentary System 139

6 Bones and Skeletal System 159

7 Muscular Tissue 201

8 Introduction to the Nervous System 241

9 Central Nervous System 271

10 The Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System 299

11 Special Senses 335

12 Endocrine System 367

13 Cardiovascular System 435

14 Respiratory System 487

15 Immunity 515

16 Urinary System 539

17 Digestive System 567

18 Lactation 623

19 Reproduction 659

Glossary 697

Index 745