Physics for the Life Sciences I

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First of a two-semester sequence of fast-paced introduction to physics withapplications to biology, primarily for students majoring in biological sciences orpre-clinical programs. Topics include mechanics, fluid mechanics, andthermodynamics. Strong algebra skills and knowledge of the ideas of calculusare required. PHY121 may not be taken for credit in place of PHY118, PHY130or PHY220. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Natural Sciences. (3 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs.laboratory, 1 hr. recitation) Corequisite: MAT141.