BI 80 - Tropical Marine Biology

Institution:

Eastern Connecticut State University

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Description:

This course examines the ecology of tropical marine communities found throughout the world.Students focus on the biology of coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests and explore their interdependence.Topics include discussions of coral reef types and distribution, coral reef biodiversity, natural and human impacts, and coral reef management strategies.This course satisfies a science core requirement and can be used as an elective in the marine science minor.It does not satisfy requirements for the biology major or minor.Three lectures.Three credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.easternct.edu/

Phone Number:

(860) 465-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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