Topics 1-5

Topics 6-10

Topic Introduction Video

Laboratory Workbook and Report

Final Exam

<p>This subject builds on concepts introduced in first year botany and plant science subjects to explore the cellular and biochemical processes that control the development, growth, and productivity of plants. Students will learn about whole-plant physiology and structure, including how plants acquire water and nutrients, and the functioning of the plant vascular system. Students will learn about the processes of photosynthesis and respiration, and gain an appreciation for the ways these processes interact to provide plants with energy. Students will learn how plant cells control development and growth, including processes of flowering and fruit development, and the metabolism and activity of plant hormones. Finally, students will learn how environmental conditions influence plant growth and productivity, and the impact of plant symbiotic relationships. </p>

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Students will conduct experiments related to:•	cell-cell and whole-plant water balance•	quantitative measurement of photosynthesis and respiration•	effects of plant hormones on growth and development•	plant responses to environmental stress

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<p>Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources (minimum: lab coat, safety glasses and covered footwear for lab-based practicals).</p>

Plant Physiology

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PSC215 - Plant Physiology

explain how plants interact with their abiotic and biotic environments;

describe metabolic and structural components of plant water balance, mineral nutrition, and sugar transport;

describe the processes of plant vegetative and reproductive development;

collect, record, interpret, and communicate experimental results related to plant physiological and developmental processes; and

describe the processes of photosynthesis and respiration;

apply knowledge from discrete topics to interpret and explain whole-plant physiology.