FYS 048 - Biodiversity

Institution:

Lafayette College

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Description:

The abundance of plant and animal species present in different environments is rapidly declining due to the effects of human population increases, particularly since the beginning of the industrial revolution. This seminar investigates the factors causing the loss, or extinction, of species and discusses possible solutions. Social and economic forces that work against the maintenance of species diversity and the "worth" to humanity of these rich environments are explored. Holliday

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lafayette.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 330-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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