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BIOL313: Plants: Cells to Ecosystems
Plant ecophysiology is a science that bridges ecology and plant physiology: it seeks to explain ecological observations in terms of the underlying physiological mechanisms. In simplest terms, it is the study of how and why plants work the way they do. The types of questions addressed are broad in scope, such as ecological questions about the distribution and abundance of species, and the responses of plants to their environment. The answers to these questions are sought in understanding the physical, physiological, and biochemical processes that govern plant growth. This unit gives students a sound knowledge of how plants work and fit into our world. This unit provides essential background for students interested in plant ecology, ecosystem function, biochemistry or molecular biology. Field and glasshouse based practical work is carried out in block practicals and is compulsory for all students.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| Contact Hours: | 3 |
| When Offered: | 2012 - Next offered in 2012 |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Belinda Medlyn, Associate Professor Brian Atwell |
| Prerequisites: |
BIOL206(P) or BIOL210(P) or BIOL227(P) or ENVE266(P) or BIOL347(P) |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Biological Sciences |
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