Earth Sciences 86.2 - Special Topics in Earth Sciences:Polar Geobiology:Life in the Cold

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Dartmouth College

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08F: 10A This course explores the remarkable diversity of microbial life in the cryosphere and the unique challenges of living at low temperatures. Students will be introduced to the importance of microbial diversity in ecosystem function and our general paucity of knowledge in this area will be exposed. Through a critical evaluation of the literature, students will begin to find the gaps in our understanding of the role of microbes in the environment.. Prerequisite: Introductory level science courses such as: Earth Science 1, 6; Environmental Studies 2; or Biological Sciences 11 or permission from the instructor. Dist: SCI. Mikucki.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dartmouth.edu

Phone Number:

(603) 646-1110

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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