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BIOPHYS 1S03 - Biophysics of Movement And the Senses: From Microbes to Moose

3 unit(s)

A conceptual course, based on and requiring Grade 12 Physics. Applications to biological systems exploring the interdisciplinary field of biophysics. Topics include: Sound, Hearing and Echolocation, Optics of Vision, Animal Locomotion, Thermal Motion of Molecules, Heat and Heat Flow in biological systems, Fluid Dynamics. Intended for students in Life Science I, Physical Sciences I and those interested in physical aspects of biology.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Grade 12 Physics U or credit or registration in PHYSICS 1L03 ; and credit or registration in one of MATH 1A03 , MATH 1LS3 , MATH 1X03 , MATH 1ZA3 ; or ISCI 1A24 


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