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BIO 473 Concepts in Animal Physiology


Central themes in physiology (circulation, metabolism, water balance, temperature regulation, communication, movement, reproduction) will be studied. Class activities will examine strategies used by vertebrates and invertebrates with regard to these physiological concepts. Current literature, experiments and case studies will be used to demonstrate the diverse physiological responses of animals.

Often cross-listed with  

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall

Prerequisites - BIO 305 with a “C” or higher 
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) - BIO 573, ZOOL 445
Course History -
Change to course rortation 3/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to credit hours 1/2018, effective Fall 2018; Course Rotation updated 1/2018; Graduate Credit rescinded 2/2015, effective Fall 2015; Course Rotation added 8/2014; Change to prerequisite 7/2014, effective Winter 2015; Graduate Credit added 7/2011

biology , zoology  


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