Prerequisites: BT1020, ZL1001 (BZ1020 or BZ1030 recommended)

Subject Description:

An examination of the enormous diversity of marine plants — from unicellular microscopic organisms to mangrove forests. This subject will explore micro- and macroalgae, reef ecosystems, seagrasses, samphires (salt marshes) and mangroves; and life strategies such as symbioses, epiphytes and the movement of marine plants through their environment. Special emphases will be placed on commercial potential and uses of marine plants, down-stream biological effects of anthropogenic activities on marine plant communities and using field studies to illustrate coursework topics.

Official description from University Handbook.

Contact hours:

24 hours lectures, 28 hours practicals, 2 half-day field trips. Semester 2.

Further Details; Lecture & Practical Supplements:

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Contact Details:

Subject Co-ordinator:

Dr K Heimann (Room 141, Phone 4781 5795, Email: Kirsten.Heimann@jcu.edu.au)