BIOL451-12W (C)
Whole Year 2012
Environmental Animal Physiology
Description
Physiological adaptations that allow animal life to survive in diverse environments. The course will look at the strengths and weaknesses of the comparative approach and its relationship to phylogeny. Topics that may be addressed include osmoregulatory physiology and water balance, thermoregulation, metabolic rates, exercise, acid-base regulation and cardiovascular physiology.
This is a course that explores current topics in comparative animal physiology. It follows on from the two 3rd year physiology courses and concentrates on animals in their environments.
Subject to approval of the Head of School.
Assessment
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Final Exam
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60%
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Grant Proposal
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04 May 2012
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20%
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Essay
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03 Aug 2012
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20%
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For further information see
School of Biological Sciences.
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