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2016-2018 Catalog 
    
2016-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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BIOL 389 - Freshwater Biology

Units: 3
Introduction to the physical, chemical and biological processes in freshwater systems, including headwaters, streams, rivers, lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and vernal pools. Topics include biogeochemical cycling, controls on production, evolutionary selection, community patterns, population dynamics, and food web structure. Significant species in the open water and attached communities will be discussed regarding composition, environmental factors and role. Analyzes the impacts of using freshwaters for drinking water, irrigation, recreation, transportation, flood control, and power generation. Field trip(s) during or outside of class (including weekends) may be required.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210  and BIOL 211 .



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