BIO 211 - Green Biology:Ecological and Botanical Connections

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Bentley University

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Description:

Ecological and botanical examples and models will provide connections to basic concepts of biology. These concepts will be investigated through lectures, field trips, laboratory exercises, demonstrations, computer simulations, and internet resources. For example, cell structure and function and resulting tissues will be related to sources of economically important botanical products and primary productivity in ecosystems. Natural selection and genetic inheritance will be applied to plant breeding, conservation of genetic diversity, and management of natural and human-made ecosystems. Topics related to the study of human populations will include population growth rates, complete nutrition from botanical sources, spread of disease, and environmental impacts. Throughout the course an understanding of the evolutionary implications of past environments, species interactions, and human activities will be emphasized.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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