GE 330 - Paleobiology

Institution:

Boston College

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Description:

Paleobiology is the study of Evolution based on Paleontology, the fossil record of life through geologic time. The course begins with the origins of life and early evolution during the Precambrian Eon, when all major domains of life were estabilished. The rise of plants and animals, beginning about 500 million years ago, is followed by the study of macroevolution and patterns of evolution through time. Lecture emphases paleobiology and environmmental evolution; laboratory provides direct observation of fossils including basic morphology and phylogeny. The class may include an extended weekend fieldtrip to Nova Scotia to visit several fossil localities.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.bc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 552-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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