Running Time:
29 minutes
Grade Level:
7 - Adult
Captions:
Closed Captions
,
Spanish Subtitles
AVP Release Date:
July 2010
Producer:
Centre Communications / Ambrose Video Publishing
At the center of the human cardiovascular system is the heart. The human heart is a muscular organ that is a bioengineering marvel. It works flawlessly, 24/7, throughout the lifetime of each individual. See how it delivers blood, a truly miracle substance, to all parts of the human body through a vast network of arteries and veins. Each component of the cardiovascular system's physiology and anatomy is shown in vivid detail by world renowned surgeon Dr. Mark Reisman.
Shot in HD, using the latest in 3-D graphics, medical imaging and cadaver specimens, see the human body's cardiovascular system revealed in ways never seen before.
Chapters:
- Arteries and Veins
- The Heart
- Blood
- Cardiovascular Anatomy
DVD Extras: Closed Captioning, Spanish Subtitles, Educator's Guide
UPC 739815004766
Other Human Body programs available:
The Skeletal System
The Muscular System
The Nervous System
The Respiratory System
The Digestive and Renal Systems
The Sensory System
The Reproductive System
Clip Length: 59 seconds
Reviews:
"classes studying human anatomy will find this series useful in providing information about basic anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and mechanics of the various body systems. Heart surgeon Dr. Mark Reisman describes the anatomy and function of each body system through live-action video, photos, medical imaging, and realistic 3-D animation. The evolutionary development of each body system is also discussed. Cadaver dissections are used to point out structures and organs associated with each system... The educator's guide contains an extensive vocabulary list and a transcript of the program. Closed captioning and Spanish subtitles are optional."
- School Library Journal
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