BIOL 3806EL

This course examines how metals have contaminated soils and how plants and animals can adapt to this environment. The uptake of metals by plants and later consumption by animals including humans can cause serious health effects. Students acquire knowledge on the effects of metal contaminated soil on plants and animals. Basic genetic and physiological adaptation processes in plants and animals in metal polluted ecosystems are discussed. Pre-requisites: A minimum of 30 university credits for students enrolled in Sciences or Engineering programs or permission from the course instructor.