BIOL 155 - Heredity

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

A course that explores the basic principles of heredity with emphasis on those topics that describe inheritance patterns in humans. Concepts in three major areas will be studied: classical, evolutionary, and molecular genetics. The topics covered will include cell structure and cell division, sexual reproduction, Mendelian inheritance, probability and its application, the genetics of populations, information flow and the genetic code, replication of the genetic material, mutation, and genetic technology. Practical applications will be emphasized. The course will not count on the biology major or minor, but it can be used to partially fulfill the Natural Science Areas of Knowledge requirement. Offered alternate years. Open to all students. Four hours. Mr. King.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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