BIOL 0390 - Vertebrate Evolution and Diversity

Institution:

Brown University

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Description:

An overview of vertebrate evolution that not only covers historical events, but also introduces various scientific concepts and modes of thought. Topics include past and present biodiversity, convergent evolution, biogeography, competition, continental drift, climatic change over time, the notion of evolution as progress, and a whole-animal approach to understanding evolutionary events. Enrollment limited to 50.

Credits:

0.00 - 1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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