Preparing for A&P: Basic Science and Biology

Are you ready for A&P?Preparing for A&P: Basic Science and Biology can equip you to succeed in an anatomy and physiology or other advanced science course. Science builds upon itself. Knowledge of math opens the door for knowledge of biology, and knowing biology is essential to understanding anatomy and physiology. From scientific terminology, to math skills, to cell biology, this book will help you build the science foundation you need to excel in A&P. Each chapter in this book is divided into sections, and each section is broken down into individual concepts. As you master each concept, your science understanding will grow, and reinforcement and recall activities will encourage active learning and solidify what you have read. Are you ready for A&P? If you feel unprepared for A&P, this book is for you.

• An innovative, step-by-step approach will introduce you to concepts in manageable chunks. Topics in the book proceed from simple to more complex, keeping you from getting overwhelmed.
• An abundance of reinforcement activities are available for you to complete in the text, including fill-in-the-blank, drawing, and matching exercises. Each concept, section, and chapter ends with an opportunity for you to recall and apply your knowledge. Comprehensive reviews strengthen understanding from previous sections and chapters so you won’t forget what you have learned.
• Colorful illustrations created by medical professionals will help you visualize A&P content, and the book culminates in two chapters about anatomical terminology and an introduction to the human body systems.