BIO 230 - Botany

Institution:

Assumption University

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to the biology of plants. Among the topics considered are the role of plants in the biosphere, plant form and function, and the evolution of plants. In the laboratory, students examine representatives of the major groups of plants and learn the fundamentals of plant tissue culture techniques in order to study plant growth and development. Field work includes trips to a variety of local habitats. Three lectures and one laboratory or ?eld trip each week. Prerequisite: BIO 160 or equivalent. Lab Fee: $300.00. (Fall, alternate years) Reisert/ Four credits

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.assumption.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 767-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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