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BIO161 General Biology 1

Lead Faculty: Dr. Michael R. Maxwell

Course Description

Fundamental concepts of biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, and evolution. Concepts include important organic molecules, cell structure and function, metabolism and enzyme activity, cellular respiration and photosynthesis, DNA structure, meiosis and mitosis, Mendelian genetics, and evolution and taxonomy. Intended for science majors.

Prerequisite

Recommended: CHE 101, 101A or CHE 141, 142, 101A

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