This book looks at the muscles, bones and joints that make up the musculo-skeletal system. It shows how this system supports and protects the human body and allows it to move around. It examines the composition and workings of bones, muscles and tendons and considers the problems that can occur when the musculo-skeletal system is subjected to too much or too little activity. The clear and lively text explains these fascinating systems. It also highlights the workings of the human body contrasted with the bodies of animals.There are case studies about, for example, what happens to your bones as you age. There are also features on health and medicine, considering problems that can occur with the muscles and skeleton and what we can do to keep them healthy. Amazing colour photographs combine with original artwork to show the different body parts in detail.
- ISBN10 0750237201
- ISBN13 9780750237208
- Publish Date 1 April 2006 (first published 14 August 2003)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 30 November 2009
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Hodder Wayland
- Format Paperback
- Pages 48
- Language English