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NRES 438
Soil Nutrient Cycling

Credit:  3 hours.


(NRES 379) Soil Nutrient Cycling. The ecology of decomposition and plant nutrient acquisition in terrestrial soils will be addressed using applied ecology concepts. Discussion will focus on the scientific literature addressing biological, physical, and chemical controls over nutrient availability in soils. Writing assignments will teach students to summarize3 scientific literature. Students will learn about analytical and quantitative methods used in this field of study and gain the interpretive and communication skills needed to assess and/or carry out applied research in plant and soil science arenas. Same as CPSC 438. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: IB 203 or NRES 219, and NRES 201.