This unit explores how plants grow and function, especially in Australian terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. It covers material that should appeal to all students who are interested in plants and their growth. Students discover and become familiar with key processes that are ultimately important for sustainable management of ecosystem. These plant processes include photosynthesis, carbon and nitrogen partitioning, mineral acquisition, plant–water relations, plant responses and tolerance to stress, symbiotic associations and ecological biochemistry. As such the unit is essential for Botany students but should have equal appeal to any area where plants have a central role including... -- Course Website
Instructor: Winthrop Professor Hans Lambers
Prerequisites: PLNT2201 Plant Physiology: Plants in Action or ENVT2250 Ecology
