Biology 211 /211L - Evolution,Ecology,and Diversity

Institution:

Colgate University

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Description:

C. Cardelús, F. Frey, R. Fuller, K. Ingram, T. McCay, D. McHugh, J. Watkins This course concentrates on the evolutionary biology of organisms and the ecological processes that influence the distribution and abundance of plants and animals, as well as their interactions. The history of biological diversification (including the origin of life; the evolution of prokaryotes and eukaryotes; and the invasion of land by plants, fungi, and animals) will be discussed. In addition, the mechanisms of evolution, including natural selection, adaptation, and extinction, are studied. Topics in population ecology as they relate to evolutionary processes including physiological and behavioral ecology, population growth, and species interactions (e.g., competition, predation, mutualism) are also covered; there will be a strong focus on the physical, chemical, and biological factors that affect populations. The credit-bearing laboratory BIOL 211L must be taken concurrently with BIOL 211. Projects in the laboratory and field include experiments designed to understand evolutionary principles and to test ecological hypotheses.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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