Plant Structure and Function ((4))

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Anatomy of plants as related to plant function. Topics include development and reproduction, the capture of light and nutrients, transport of water and solutes, storage of water and carbohydrates, and biomechanics. The evolutionary history and ecological context of these traits will also be examined as well as the use of plant structure in predicting plant function. 150 minutes lecture and 150 minutes laboratory. Lab fee required.