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    Dec 18, 2025  
American University Catalog 2023-2024 
    
American University Catalog 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BIO-100 Essential Biology for the Modern World (4)


The core of biology is the scientific experiment. This course, through lecture and laboratory, focuses on some classic experiments that introduce students to the modern study of biology and scientific method. Experiments include the molecular basis of mutation, separation of complex biologically important molecules, and the construction of demographic tables. AU Core Habits of Mind: Natural-Scientific Inquiry. Usually Offered: fall, spring, and summer. Prerequisite: completion of Quantitative Literacy I  requirement.