Entomology 657 - Insect Structure & Function
Spring
2013
01
4.00
John Stoffolano
M W F 10:10AM 11:00AM
UMass Amherst
24278
Growth, development, and function of insects. Topics include the integument, endocrine control of growth, development, metamorphosis and reproduction, polymorphism, diapause, circadian rhythms, biological clock, photoperiodism, nutrition, respiration, circulation, excretion, and function of neuromuscular system. Prerequisites: PLSOILIN 326 (formerly ENTOMOL 326), BIOCHEM 420 and 421.
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.