Composed of the heart, blood vessels, and blood, the circulatory system delivers oxygen and nutrients to every tissue in the body. At the center of this incredibly complex system is the heart, a strong muscle that continuously pumps blood throughout the body. Striving to promote a basic understanding of the fundamental physical and biological principles underlying circulatory functions, ""The Circulatory System"" describes the anatomical features of the system and examines how it responds to a broad range of challenges, such as increased activity, the microgravity of space, and hemorrhage.

About the Author
Susan Whittemore is a professor of biology at Keene State College in New Hampshire.


Book Information
ISBN 9781604133769
Author Susan Whittemore
Format Hardback
Page Count 120
Imprint Chelsea House Publishers
Publisher Chelsea House Publishers