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BIOL 159 - Problems in Pollution

3 credits
General causes of pollution, including philosophical, historical, cultural, economic, and sociological reasons for levels of pollution in the world today. Levels, causes, biological effects of, and remedies for water, land, and air pollution are studied in detail. Emphasis is on pollution in chemical, physical, and biological terms. The roles of technology, population, and cultural attitudes are investigated for each form of pollution.

Class Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Suggested BIOL 155 Environmental Studies  or BIOL 101 Biological Science (and Lab) .