BIO 204 - Introduction to Marine Biology

Institution:

Roger Williams University

Subject:

BIOLOGY

Description:

Marine biology is the application of basic biological principles (e.g., cellbiology, physiology, biomechanics, biodiversity, behavior, ecology, etc.)to marine organisms and their environments. This course will introducemarine ecosystems with emphasis on the physiological adaptations,body types and behavioral strategies of resident species. Patterns ofdiversity will be examined taxonomically and geographically, andbiological interactions will be considered in relation to many differentspecies, including our own.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rwu.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 253-1040

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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