BIO 420 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy

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McKendree University

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Description:

This course examines the anatomical and physiological adaptations of vertebrates from an evolutionary perspective using lectures and laboratory exercises. Vertebrate diversity is studied from examining all major living clades. An organ systems approach is used to illustrate general structural and functional patterns across different vertebrates. The laboratory portion of the course requires of dissection several representative vertebrates. This course meets for three hours of lecture and for two two-hour laboratory sessions each week. This course satisfies either the organismal or ecology/evolution elective area. Prerequisites: BIO 110, 111, or consent of instructor. Alternate years, Fall '09.

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5.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mckendree.edu/prospective/admissions/index.aspx

Phone Number:

(618) 537-4481

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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