Displaying 1 of 1 2002 Format: Book Author: Widmaier, Eric P. Title: The stuff of life : profiles of the molecules that make us tick / Eric P. Widmaier ; illustrations by Heather Keller. Edition: 1st ed. Publisher, Date: New York : Times Books, ©2002. Description: xiii, 135 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm Summary: Explores the basic molecular processes within humans and explains the interplay of blood and tissue, enzymes and hormones, fats and sugars, and minerals and nutrients which make the human body tick. Subjects: Biochemistry -- Popular works. Biochemistry. Physiology. Notes: Includes index. Contents: The blueprints -- Energy : why sugar and fat aren't all bad -- Digestion : the good, the bad, and the ugly -- Salt and water : keeping a balance -- Gases in a sea of water -- The framework -- Sex and hormones -- The brain : perception and behavior. Web Site: Contributor biographical information Publisher description LCCN: 2002019735 ISBN: 9780805071733 0805071733 (hb.) Other Number: 48905707 System Availability: 1 Current Holds: 0 # Local items: 1 Control Number: 116621 # Local items in: 1 # System items in: 1 Call Number: 572 Widmaier Place Hold Add to My List Expand All | Collapse All Availability Map It Suggestions and more Displaying 1 of 1
