91270 Plant Physiology and Ecophysiology

6cp
Requisite(s): (91151 Plants, People and the Environment AND (91101 Cells, Genetics and Evolution OR 91123 Biocomplexity))

This subject introduces the key concepts, processes and techniques required to understand the basics of the physiology of plants and the interaction of the abiotic environment with plants in the field (ecophysiology). It is taught using a combination of lectures, practical lab work and group project work. Topics to be covered include a selection from the following: carbon gain; long-distance transport in the phloem; uptake, movement and control of water fluxes in the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum; behaviour and physiology of stomata; nitrogen fixation of higher plants; ion uptake by plant roots; comparative ecophysiology of plants in contrasting environments; and physiology of plants exposed to stress.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Note(s)

This subject was formerly called Plant Ecophysiology.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,490.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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