The nervous system
Rose, Simon, 1961-2015
eBook
"Did you know that about 20 percent of the body's energy is used by the brain? The average adult brain weighs 3 pounds (1.5 kilograms). Discover more fascinating facts in How the Human Body Works - The Nervous System. This series guides readers through the fascinating inner workings of the human body. The human body contains several complex systems that work closely together to support life and allow the body to function properly. Each book explores the characteristics and interactions of these systems, their makeup, and their importance"--
Main title:
The nervous system / by Simon Rose.
Author:
Rose, Simon, 1961-, author
Work:
Imprint:
New York, NY AV2 by Weigl, [2015]©2015
Collation:
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 26 cm.
Series title:
Notes:
"AV2 media enhanced books."Includes index.
Contents:
How does it work?The brainThe spinal cordThe upper bodyArms, legs, hands and feetKeeping healthyStudying the nervous systemWorking togetherCareers.
ISBN:
9781489611741 (hardcover)1489611746 (hardcover)9781489611758 (softcover)1489611754 (softcover)
Dewey class:
612.8
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
257425