Biology 344 - Aquatic Ecology

Institution:

Macalester College

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Description:

The study of freshwater organisms and their environments. Students are introduced to the ecology of lakes, streams, and ponds, especially those of Minnesota. Through lectures, field trips and laboratory experiments, students will learn to identify aquatic plants and animals and will study their interactions. Additional topics include water chemistry and environmental pollution of freshwater systems. Prerequisites: Biology 285 (Ecology), Chemistry 112, and Math 155. Three lecture hours and one four-hour laboratory per week. Fall semester. (4 credits)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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