CB 551 - Ecotoxicology North Hemisphere

Institution:

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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Description:

Sources, environmental fate, and adverse effects of manmade and naturally-occurring chemicals on terrestrial and aquatic wildlife and ecological systems. Addresses wildlife health, including direct toxic effects and indirect effects via toxicity to other species. Focuses mainly on northern hemisphere with multiple examples from North America and Europe. Includes methods to reduce and prevent ecological and wildlife health problems. Includes one or more field trips comparing samples and animals from contaminated, pristine, and remediated sites. Examines laboratory ecotoxicology methods. Prerequisite: At least one semester of biology (IB 150 or equivalent), and biochemistry (MCB 354 or equivalent).

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.illinois.edu/

Phone Number:

(217) 333-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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