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Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues helps you learn the concepts and applications of human biology using relevant topics and realistic scenarios. Pearson eText is an easy-to-use digital textbook that instructors can assign for their course. The mobile app lets you keep on learning, no matter where your day takes you — even when you're offline. You can also add highlights, bookmarks, and notes in your Pearson eText to study how you like. NOTE: You are purchasing an access card only. Pearson eText is a fully digital delivery of Pearson content. Before purchasing, check with your instructor to confirm the correct ISBN. To register for and use Pearson eText, you may also need a course invite link, which your instructor will provide. Follow the instructions provided on the access card to learn more.

For courses in non-majors biology. Helps students learn the concepts and applications of human biology using relevant topics and realistic scenarios Known for its unique “Special Topic” chapters and emphasis on everyday health concerns, the 6th Edition of Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues continues to personalize the study of human biology using a conversational writing style, vibrant, easy-to-follow illustrations, abundant applications, and a new emphasis on using everyday science literacy skills. The authors provide a practical, friendly introduction to the study of the human body, preparing readers to navigate today’s rapidly expanding and shifting world of health information. Each chapter now features brand-new “Consider This Case” exercises and “Finding and Evaluating Information” activities that challenge readers to think critically and apply their knowledge to solve real-world cases. Along with scientific updates and content improvements throughout the text, the 6th Edition also includes a new “Special Topic” chapter on the Obesity Epidemic. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; Mastering Biology does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with Mastering Biology, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and Mastering Biology, search for: 0134056671 / 9780134056678 Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues Plus Mastering Biology with eText -- Access Card Package, 6/e Package consists of: 0134045440 / 9780134045443 Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6/e0134254910 / 9780134254913 Mastering Biology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6/e Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6th Edition is also available via Pearson eText, a simple-to-use, mobile, personalized reading experience that lets instructors connect with and motivate students – right in their eTextbook. Learn more.

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* Written in an informal style which is easily accessible and interesting to students with no previous background in Biology. * Focused on collaborative, small group activities that encourage student interactions and maximize laboratory resources. * Designed to provide an understanding of the basic principles of human anatomy and physiology, genetics and evolutionary change, ecology, and the impact of human actions on the environment. * The exercises are designed to run smoothly, even in large laboratory sections with 2540 students. Equipment and supplies needed are cost effective and easily accessible to large and small schools. Each laboratory exercise is suitable for completion in two or three hour laboratory periods and can be divided to accommodate 90 minute sessions.