Biology 4382 - Introduction to Marine Sciences

Institution:

University of Missouri-St Louis

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Description:

Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor; BIOL 2442 and 2443 recommended. A multidisciplinary study of the ocean environment. Topics to include the geology of ocean basins, atmospheric and astronomic effects on the motion of water, chemical and physical properties of sea water, and the adaptations and diversity of marine organisms to their environment. Topics will include the ecology of various benthic and pelagic marine communities and human impact on the world's oceans. Offered in Winter Semester only.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umsl.edu/

Phone Number:

(314) 516-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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