BI 147 - Biodiversity Connections

Institution:

Boston College

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Description:

Life in the 21st century is directly linked to the health and breadth of the world's biodiversity. This course will explore the evolution, extinction, and conservation of biodiversity. Focus on the interactions among the world's species and the biology of human interaction with the environment. Topics will include the generation and loss of biodiversity. Ecological and evolutionary theory will be woven throughout the course. Weekly species slideshows will introduce students to New England's biodiversity promoting bioliteracy of the local flora and fauna.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 552-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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