BIO 240 - Marine Biology

Institution:

Providence College

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Description:

1 semester, 4 credits An investigation of marine communities and the important physical and chemical variables influencing marine organisms. Lecture topics will include: effects of the aquatic environment in terms of body form, life history, and ecology; the relationship between physical and biological structure; nutrient cycling; and oceanic productivity. Course combines field and laboratory study at the ecosystem and individual organism level. Prerequisites: BIO 103-104 or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.providence.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 865-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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