Botany

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Units: 4.5 Prerequisite: Completion of intermediate algebra or higher with grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 Hours: 144 (54 lecture, 90 laboratory) Part of the BIOL 1/BIOL 2/BIOL 3 course series for life science majors. Introduction to the principles of botany, including diversity, classification, life cycles, and evolutionary trends of plants, fungi, algae, and cyanobacteria. Emphasis is on the anatomy, morphology, physiology, development, evolution, and ecology of plants. Field trips may be required; transportation will be provided. Recommended for biology majors and students in environmental science, plant biology or related programs. Non-life science majors see BIOL 14, BIOL 21, or BIOL 24. Not recommended for students taking BIOL 140. (C-ID BIOL 155) (CSU, UC)