Module 1: Introduction to Biology<\/h2>\r\nDefine biology and apply its principles<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- List the defining characteristics of biological life<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe classification and organizational tools biologists use, including modern taxonomy<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the main branches of biology<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe biology as a science and identify the key components of scientific inquiry<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 2: Chemistry of Life<\/h2>\r\nIdentify the principles of chemistry that are integral to biology<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Define atoms and elements<\/li>\r\n \t
- Classify different types of atomic bonds<\/li>\r\n \t
- Demonstrate familiarity with the pH scale<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 3: Important Biological Macromolecules<\/h2>\r\nIdentify and describe the main features of the four main classes of important biological macromolecules<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Discuss why it is said that life is carbon-based and the bonding properties of carbon<\/li>\r\n \t
- Summarize the roles carbohydrates play in biological systems<\/li>\r\n \t
- Illustrate different types of lipids and relate their structure to their role in biological systems<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe the structure and function of proteins<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss nucleic acids and the role they play in DNA and RNA<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss macromolecules and the differences between the four classes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 4: Cellular Structure<\/h2>\r\nIdentify and explain a variety of cellular components<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- State the basic principles of the unified cell theory<\/li>\r\n \t
- Compare prokaryotes and eukaryotes<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify membrane-bound organelles found in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 5: Cell Membranes<\/h2>\r\nDescribe and explain the structure and function of membranes<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Describe the structure and function of membranes, especially the phospholipid bilayer<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain how substances are directly transported across a membrane<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe the primary mechanisms by which cells import and export macromolecules<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 6: Metabolic Pathways<\/h2>\r\nExplain the metabolic pathways involved in the capture and release of energy in cells<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Discuss energy and metabolism in living things<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe how cells store and transfer free energy using ATP<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the reactants and products of cellular respiration and where these reactions occur in a cell<\/li>\r\n \t
- Illustrate the basic components and steps of fermentation<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the basic components and steps of photosynthesis<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss the connections between metabolic pathways<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 7: Cell Division<\/h2>\r\nDescribe and explain the various stages of cell division<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Understand chromosome structure and organization in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the stages of the cell cycle, by picture and by description of major milestones<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify and explain the important checkpoints that a cell passes through during the cell cycle<\/li>\r\n \t
- Understand how sexual reproduction leads to different sexual life cycles<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the stages of meiosis by picture and by description of major milestones; explain why meiosis involves two rounds of nuclear division<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe and explain a range of mechanisms for generating genetic diversity<\/li>\r\n \t
- Examine karyotypes and identify the effects of significant changes in chromosome number<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 8: DNA Structure and Replication<\/h2>\r\nRelate DNA structure to the process of DNA replication<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Explain how DNA stores genetic information<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain the role of complementary base pairing in the precise replication process of DNA<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify different viruses and how they replicate<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 9: DNA Transcription and Translation<\/h2>\r\nDescribe the conversion of DNA to RNA to proteins<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Outline the process of transcription<\/li>\r\n \t
- Summarize the process of translation<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the central dogma of life<\/li>\r\n \t
- Recognize the impact of DNA mutations<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 10: Gene Expression<\/h2>\r\nExplain the regulation of gene expression<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Define the term regulation as it applies to genes<\/li>\r\n \t
- Understand the basic steps in gene regulation in prokaryotic cells<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss different components and types of epigenetic gene regulation<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 11: Trait Inheritance<\/h2>\r\nComplete monohybrid and dihybrid crosses and family pedigrees, and explain the inheritance of various traits<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Identify the impact of Gregor Mendel on the field of genetics and apply Mendel's two laws of genetics<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain complications to the phenotypic expression of genotype, including mutations<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain the conventions of a family pedigree and predict whether a disease will be passed through a family in one of three modes<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss the role environment plays on phenotypes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 12: Theory of Evolution<\/h2>\r\nExplain the theory of evolution, which documents the change in the genetic makeup of a biological population over time<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- Describe the work of Charles Darwin in the Galapagos Islands, especially his discovery of natural selection in finch populations<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe how the theory of evolution by natural selection is supported by evidence<\/li>\r\n \t
- Recognize that mutations are the basis of microevolution; and that adaptations enhance the survival and reproduction of individuals in a population<\/li>\r\n \t
- Read and analyze a phylogenetic tree that documents evolutionary relationships<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 13: Modern Biology<\/h2>\r\nDescribe and discuss techniques used in modern biology<\/h3>\r\n\r\n \t- List key technologies enabling modern uses of biology<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify societal uses of biotechnology<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss the risks and benefits involved in applications of genetic and genomic science<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","rendered":"
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The content, assignments, and assessments for Biology for Non-Majors\u00a0I are aligned to the following learning outcomes. A full list of course learning outcomes can be viewed here: Biology for Non-Majors\u00a0I Learning Outcomes<\/a>.<\/p>\nModule 1: Introduction to Biology<\/h2>\nDefine biology and apply its principles<\/h3>\n\n- List the defining characteristics of biological life<\/li>\n
- Describe classification and organizational tools biologists use, including modern taxonomy<\/li>\n
- Identify the main branches of biology<\/li>\n
- Describe biology as a science and identify the key components of scientific inquiry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 2: Chemistry of Life<\/h2>\nIdentify the principles of chemistry that are integral to biology<\/h3>\n\n- Define atoms and elements<\/li>\n
- Classify different types of atomic bonds<\/li>\n
- Demonstrate familiarity with the pH scale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 3: Important Biological Macromolecules<\/h2>\nIdentify and describe the main features of the four main classes of important biological macromolecules<\/h3>\n\n- Discuss why it is said that life is carbon-based and the bonding properties of carbon<\/li>\n
- Summarize the roles carbohydrates play in biological systems<\/li>\n
- Illustrate different types of lipids and relate their structure to their role in biological systems<\/li>\n
- Describe the structure and function of proteins<\/li>\n
- Discuss nucleic acids and the role they play in DNA and RNA<\/li>\n
- Discuss macromolecules and the differences between the four classes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 4: Cellular Structure<\/h2>\nIdentify and explain a variety of cellular components<\/h3>\n\n- State the basic principles of the unified cell theory<\/li>\n
- Compare prokaryotes and eukaryotes<\/li>\n
- Identify membrane-bound organelles found in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 5: Cell Membranes<\/h2>\nDescribe and explain the structure and function of membranes<\/h3>\n\n- Describe the structure and function of membranes, especially the phospholipid bilayer<\/li>\n
- Explain how substances are directly transported across a membrane<\/li>\n
- Describe the primary mechanisms by which cells import and export macromolecules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 6: Metabolic Pathways<\/h2>\nExplain the metabolic pathways involved in the capture and release of energy in cells<\/h3>\n\n- Discuss energy and metabolism in living things<\/li>\n
- Describe how cells store and transfer free energy using ATP<\/li>\n
- Identify the reactants and products of cellular respiration and where these reactions occur in a cell<\/li>\n
- Illustrate the basic components and steps of fermentation<\/li>\n
- Identify the basic components and steps of photosynthesis<\/li>\n
- Discuss the connections between metabolic pathways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 7: Cell Division<\/h2>\nDescribe and explain the various stages of cell division<\/h3>\n\n- Understand chromosome structure and organization in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\n
- Identify the stages of the cell cycle, by picture and by description of major milestones<\/li>\n
- Identify and explain the important checkpoints that a cell passes through during the cell cycle<\/li>\n
- Understand how sexual reproduction leads to different sexual life cycles<\/li>\n
- Identify the stages of meiosis by picture and by description of major milestones; explain why meiosis involves two rounds of nuclear division<\/li>\n
- Describe and explain a range of mechanisms for generating genetic diversity<\/li>\n
- Examine karyotypes and identify the effects of significant changes in chromosome number<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 8: DNA Structure and Replication<\/h2>\nRelate DNA structure to the process of DNA replication<\/h3>\n\n- Explain how DNA stores genetic information<\/li>\n
- Explain the role of complementary base pairing in the precise replication process of DNA<\/li>\n
- Identify different viruses and how they replicate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 9: DNA Transcription and Translation<\/h2>\nDescribe the conversion of DNA to RNA to proteins<\/h3>\n\n- Outline the process of transcription<\/li>\n
- Summarize the process of translation<\/li>\n
- Identify the central dogma of life<\/li>\n
- Recognize the impact of DNA mutations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 10: Gene Expression<\/h2>\nExplain the regulation of gene expression<\/h3>\n\n- Define the term regulation as it applies to genes<\/li>\n
- Understand the basic steps in gene regulation in prokaryotic cells<\/li>\n
- Discuss different components and types of epigenetic gene regulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 11: Trait Inheritance<\/h2>\nComplete monohybrid and dihybrid crosses and family pedigrees, and explain the inheritance of various traits<\/h3>\n\n- Identify the impact of Gregor Mendel on the field of genetics and apply Mendel’s two laws of genetics<\/li>\n
- Explain complications to the phenotypic expression of genotype, including mutations<\/li>\n
- Explain the conventions of a family pedigree and predict whether a disease will be passed through a family in one of three modes<\/li>\n
- Discuss the role environment plays on phenotypes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 12: Theory of Evolution<\/h2>\nExplain the theory of evolution, which documents the change in the genetic makeup of a biological population over time<\/h3>\n\n- Describe the work of Charles Darwin in the Galapagos Islands, especially his discovery of natural selection in finch populations<\/li>\n
- Describe how the theory of evolution by natural selection is supported by evidence<\/li>\n
- Recognize that mutations are the basis of microevolution; and that adaptations enhance the survival and reproduction of individuals in a population<\/li>\n
- Read and analyze a phylogenetic tree that documents evolutionary relationships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 13: Modern Biology<\/h2>\nDescribe and discuss techniques used in modern biology<\/h3>\n\n- List key technologies enabling modern uses of biology<\/li>\n
- Identify societal uses of biotechnology<\/li>\n
- Discuss the risks and benefits involved in applications of genetic and genomic science<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t
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- List the defining characteristics of biological life<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe classification and organizational tools biologists use, including modern taxonomy<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the main branches of biology<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe biology as a science and identify the key components of scientific inquiry<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 2: Chemistry of Life<\/h2>\r\n
Identify the principles of chemistry that are integral to biology<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Define atoms and elements<\/li>\r\n \t
- Classify different types of atomic bonds<\/li>\r\n \t
- Demonstrate familiarity with the pH scale<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 3: Important Biological Macromolecules<\/h2>\r\n
Identify and describe the main features of the four main classes of important biological macromolecules<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Discuss why it is said that life is carbon-based and the bonding properties of carbon<\/li>\r\n \t
- Summarize the roles carbohydrates play in biological systems<\/li>\r\n \t
- Illustrate different types of lipids and relate their structure to their role in biological systems<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe the structure and function of proteins<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss nucleic acids and the role they play in DNA and RNA<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss macromolecules and the differences between the four classes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 4: Cellular Structure<\/h2>\r\n
Identify and explain a variety of cellular components<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- State the basic principles of the unified cell theory<\/li>\r\n \t
- Compare prokaryotes and eukaryotes<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify membrane-bound organelles found in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 5: Cell Membranes<\/h2>\r\n
Describe and explain the structure and function of membranes<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Describe the structure and function of membranes, especially the phospholipid bilayer<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain how substances are directly transported across a membrane<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe the primary mechanisms by which cells import and export macromolecules<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 6: Metabolic Pathways<\/h2>\r\n
Explain the metabolic pathways involved in the capture and release of energy in cells<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Discuss energy and metabolism in living things<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe how cells store and transfer free energy using ATP<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the reactants and products of cellular respiration and where these reactions occur in a cell<\/li>\r\n \t
- Illustrate the basic components and steps of fermentation<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the basic components and steps of photosynthesis<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss the connections between metabolic pathways<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 7: Cell Division<\/h2>\r\n
Describe and explain the various stages of cell division<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Understand chromosome structure and organization in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the stages of the cell cycle, by picture and by description of major milestones<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify and explain the important checkpoints that a cell passes through during the cell cycle<\/li>\r\n \t
- Understand how sexual reproduction leads to different sexual life cycles<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the stages of meiosis by picture and by description of major milestones; explain why meiosis involves two rounds of nuclear division<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe and explain a range of mechanisms for generating genetic diversity<\/li>\r\n \t
- Examine karyotypes and identify the effects of significant changes in chromosome number<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 8: DNA Structure and Replication<\/h2>\r\n
Relate DNA structure to the process of DNA replication<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Explain how DNA stores genetic information<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain the role of complementary base pairing in the precise replication process of DNA<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify different viruses and how they replicate<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 9: DNA Transcription and Translation<\/h2>\r\n
Describe the conversion of DNA to RNA to proteins<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Outline the process of transcription<\/li>\r\n \t
- Summarize the process of translation<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify the central dogma of life<\/li>\r\n \t
- Recognize the impact of DNA mutations<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 10: Gene Expression<\/h2>\r\n
Explain the regulation of gene expression<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Define the term regulation as it applies to genes<\/li>\r\n \t
- Understand the basic steps in gene regulation in prokaryotic cells<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss different components and types of epigenetic gene regulation<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 11: Trait Inheritance<\/h2>\r\n
Complete monohybrid and dihybrid crosses and family pedigrees, and explain the inheritance of various traits<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Identify the impact of Gregor Mendel on the field of genetics and apply Mendel's two laws of genetics<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain complications to the phenotypic expression of genotype, including mutations<\/li>\r\n \t
- Explain the conventions of a family pedigree and predict whether a disease will be passed through a family in one of three modes<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss the role environment plays on phenotypes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 12: Theory of Evolution<\/h2>\r\n
Explain the theory of evolution, which documents the change in the genetic makeup of a biological population over time<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- Describe the work of Charles Darwin in the Galapagos Islands, especially his discovery of natural selection in finch populations<\/li>\r\n \t
- Describe how the theory of evolution by natural selection is supported by evidence<\/li>\r\n \t
- Recognize that mutations are the basis of microevolution; and that adaptations enhance the survival and reproduction of individuals in a population<\/li>\r\n \t
- Read and analyze a phylogenetic tree that documents evolutionary relationships<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Module 13: Modern Biology<\/h2>\r\n
Describe and discuss techniques used in modern biology<\/h3>\r\n
- \r\n \t
- List key technologies enabling modern uses of biology<\/li>\r\n \t
- Identify societal uses of biotechnology<\/li>\r\n \t
- Discuss the risks and benefits involved in applications of genetic and genomic science<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","rendered":"<\/p>\n
The content, assignments, and assessments for Biology for Non-Majors\u00a0I are aligned to the following learning outcomes. A full list of course learning outcomes can be viewed here: Biology for Non-Majors\u00a0I Learning Outcomes<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Module 1: Introduction to Biology<\/h2>\n
Define biology and apply its principles<\/h3>\n
- \n
- List the defining characteristics of biological life<\/li>\n
- Describe classification and organizational tools biologists use, including modern taxonomy<\/li>\n
- Identify the main branches of biology<\/li>\n
- Describe biology as a science and identify the key components of scientific inquiry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 2: Chemistry of Life<\/h2>\n
Identify the principles of chemistry that are integral to biology<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Define atoms and elements<\/li>\n
- Classify different types of atomic bonds<\/li>\n
- Demonstrate familiarity with the pH scale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 3: Important Biological Macromolecules<\/h2>\n
Identify and describe the main features of the four main classes of important biological macromolecules<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Discuss why it is said that life is carbon-based and the bonding properties of carbon<\/li>\n
- Summarize the roles carbohydrates play in biological systems<\/li>\n
- Illustrate different types of lipids and relate their structure to their role in biological systems<\/li>\n
- Describe the structure and function of proteins<\/li>\n
- Discuss nucleic acids and the role they play in DNA and RNA<\/li>\n
- Discuss macromolecules and the differences between the four classes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 4: Cellular Structure<\/h2>\n
Identify and explain a variety of cellular components<\/h3>\n
- \n
- State the basic principles of the unified cell theory<\/li>\n
- Compare prokaryotes and eukaryotes<\/li>\n
- Identify membrane-bound organelles found in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 5: Cell Membranes<\/h2>\n
Describe and explain the structure and function of membranes<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Describe the structure and function of membranes, especially the phospholipid bilayer<\/li>\n
- Explain how substances are directly transported across a membrane<\/li>\n
- Describe the primary mechanisms by which cells import and export macromolecules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 6: Metabolic Pathways<\/h2>\n
Explain the metabolic pathways involved in the capture and release of energy in cells<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Discuss energy and metabolism in living things<\/li>\n
- Describe how cells store and transfer free energy using ATP<\/li>\n
- Identify the reactants and products of cellular respiration and where these reactions occur in a cell<\/li>\n
- Illustrate the basic components and steps of fermentation<\/li>\n
- Identify the basic components and steps of photosynthesis<\/li>\n
- Discuss the connections between metabolic pathways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 7: Cell Division<\/h2>\n
Describe and explain the various stages of cell division<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Understand chromosome structure and organization in eukaryotic cells<\/li>\n
- Identify the stages of the cell cycle, by picture and by description of major milestones<\/li>\n
- Identify and explain the important checkpoints that a cell passes through during the cell cycle<\/li>\n
- Understand how sexual reproduction leads to different sexual life cycles<\/li>\n
- Identify the stages of meiosis by picture and by description of major milestones; explain why meiosis involves two rounds of nuclear division<\/li>\n
- Describe and explain a range of mechanisms for generating genetic diversity<\/li>\n
- Examine karyotypes and identify the effects of significant changes in chromosome number<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 8: DNA Structure and Replication<\/h2>\n
Relate DNA structure to the process of DNA replication<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Explain how DNA stores genetic information<\/li>\n
- Explain the role of complementary base pairing in the precise replication process of DNA<\/li>\n
- Identify different viruses and how they replicate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 9: DNA Transcription and Translation<\/h2>\n
Describe the conversion of DNA to RNA to proteins<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Outline the process of transcription<\/li>\n
- Summarize the process of translation<\/li>\n
- Identify the central dogma of life<\/li>\n
- Recognize the impact of DNA mutations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 10: Gene Expression<\/h2>\n
Explain the regulation of gene expression<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Define the term regulation as it applies to genes<\/li>\n
- Understand the basic steps in gene regulation in prokaryotic cells<\/li>\n
- Discuss different components and types of epigenetic gene regulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 11: Trait Inheritance<\/h2>\n
Complete monohybrid and dihybrid crosses and family pedigrees, and explain the inheritance of various traits<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Identify the impact of Gregor Mendel on the field of genetics and apply Mendel’s two laws of genetics<\/li>\n
- Explain complications to the phenotypic expression of genotype, including mutations<\/li>\n
- Explain the conventions of a family pedigree and predict whether a disease will be passed through a family in one of three modes<\/li>\n
- Discuss the role environment plays on phenotypes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 12: Theory of Evolution<\/h2>\n
Explain the theory of evolution, which documents the change in the genetic makeup of a biological population over time<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Describe the work of Charles Darwin in the Galapagos Islands, especially his discovery of natural selection in finch populations<\/li>\n
- Describe how the theory of evolution by natural selection is supported by evidence<\/li>\n
- Recognize that mutations are the basis of microevolution; and that adaptations enhance the survival and reproduction of individuals in a population<\/li>\n
- Read and analyze a phylogenetic tree that documents evolutionary relationships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Module 13: Modern Biology<\/h2>\n
Describe and discuss techniques used in modern biology<\/h3>\n
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- List key technologies enabling modern uses of biology<\/li>\n
- Identify societal uses of biotechnology<\/li>\n
- Discuss the risks and benefits involved in applications of genetic and genomic science<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t
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