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Animal Structure and Function - BIOL208
This unit explores the biological diversity in form and function across the major groups of animals. Relationships between structure and function are emphasised using a comparative approach to understand how different animal groups carry out similar life processes. This unit also discusses how structural characteristics and their corresponding function have adapted to specific environments, with particular focus on adaptations that enabled life on land for various taxa. During the practical component of this unit you will gain an intimate appreciation of the diversity in animal morphology, physiology, behaviour and function. This unit is suitable for students interested in whole animal biology or science education, or for students interested in further research or research careers in biological or biomedical fields.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day S1 External - Session 1, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Associate Professor Martin Whiting |
| Prerequisites: |
12cp(P) including (BIOL114(P) and 3cp(P) in BIOL units at 100 level) or admission to GCertBiotech |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Biological Sciences Faculty of Science and Engineering |
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