Principles of Anatomy and PhysiologyThe art and illustration program make explanations and concepts easier to comprehend. * "Clinical Application" sections demonstrate the clinical or professional significance of the discussion. * Coverage of scientific research and breakthroughs in understanding the human body keep the book on the cutting edge. |
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Principles of Anatomy and Physiology Gerard J. Tortora,Nicholas Peter Anagnostakos Snippet view - 1981 |
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