IB 421: Photosynthesis

Course Details

Description: Comprehensive description of photosynthesis. Topics include: the photosynthetic membranes, light absorption, electron and proton transfer, photophosphorylation, water oxidation, RUBP carboxylase/oxygenase, photorespiration, whole plant photosynthesis, gas exchange and atmospheric interactions, and impacts of global environmental change.
Same as BIOP 432 and CPSC 489. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: IB 420, MCB 354, MCB 450, BIOP 401, or equivalent; or consent of instructor.
Hours:3
Cross List: BIOP 432, CPSC 489
IB Area(s):A3
Course Offered in Semester(s): Fall
Offered Only: Odd Years
Additional Notes: Odd Years: Alternate Fall
Course Schedule: U of I Course Explorer Schedule
Syllabus: PDF of Course Syllabus