BIOL 282
Spring 2016 not offered
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This course will examine the physiological adaptations of animals to their natural habitats. Starting with an overview of basic physiological requirements (energy and metabolism, thermal considerations, water relations), a series of case studies will investigate physiological and life-history specializations to diverse ecological conditions in a variety of invertebrates and vertebrates. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM BIOL |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: [BIOL182 or MB&B182] |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (BIOL)(ENVS) |
Major Readings:
Readings will be taken from primary literature (Science, Nature, Evolution, Animal Behavior, Behavioural Ecology, PNAS, etc.)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly take-home assignments based on lectures; 4 exams plus a final. |
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