BIO 347 - Comparative Physiology

3 Credits
Arranged by Department

Comparative Physiology lecture examines how diverse organisms maintain homeostasis and regulate physiological processes such as respiration, circulation, osmoregulation, and thermoregulation. Topics include adaptations in invertebrates and vertebrates, endocrine and nervous system control, and evolutionary mechanisms underlying physiological diversity. The course highlights the functional similarities and differences that enable organisms to thrive in varied environments.

Prerequisite: BIO 144 and BIO 144L

Corequisite: BIO 347L