BIOL106

Describe basic physical and chemical features of plants and how these relate to plant diversity and uses by humans.

List examples of plants which are sources of medicines, fibers, shelter, intoxicants, beverages, and food and associate those plants with the plant tree of life.

Examine the role that plants play in human well-being from the perspective of basic and applied science, as well as from psychological, social, ecological, and ceremonial perspectives.

Analyze the major world plant production industries and understand the world issues facing agriculture.

Analyze and describe the effects of human selection and culture practices on economically important plant groups.

Interpret plant use practices as products of interactions between culture and environment.

Appraise the role and economic impact of ornamental plants.