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The Tissues and Their Structure: A Description of the Elementary Tissues of the Human Body (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Alexander S. Kenny

 
9780265552308: The Tissues and Their Structure: A Description of the Elementary Tissues of the Human Body (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A concise, clear guide to the structure and function of the body’s elementary tissues.

This book provides a straightforward overview of how tissues form from cells and how they work together in the human body. It aims to help students grasp the basic ideas quickly, making it a useful adjunct for practical physiology and exam preparation. The material covers both active tissues, like nerves, muscles, and epithelium, and passive tissues that connect and support the body.

  • How cells originate and differentiate to form the tissues of plants and animals
  • Descriptions of major tissue types, including mucous tissue, cartilage, bone, muscle, nerve tissue, and epithelium
  • Foundational concepts about intercellular substance, tissue organization, and basic tissue functions
  • A structured, chapter-by-chapter outline that complements laboratory work and lectures
Ideal for readers who want a solid, practical overview of tissue structure and function, suitable for students and those studying physiology or the basics of histology.

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