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GES 1000 - Our Dynamic Planet: Climate and Vegetation

4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)
A general introduction to energy, atmospheric motion, solar radiation, the hydrologic cycle and climate change. Includes consideration of climatic elements as they interact with vegetation, animals, and humans in ecosystems. This class is taught in a variety of learning situations, including lecture, laboratory, web-based and tutorials. Approved for LAS Natural Science area and lab requirements. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Sustainability; Explore-Physical and Natural World. Course typically offered: Fall, Spring, Summer


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