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Course: Botany
It’s easy to think that humans rule the world. We have built vast cities, created advanced technology, and populated most areas of the planet. And of course, we’ve domesticated both plants and animals.
In reality, though, it’s the plants that are in control. Plants convert sunlight into chemical energy through a process called photosynthesis. Animals in turn eat the plants (or other animals that have eaten the plants) to get energy. Without plants, animals, including us humans, would be unable to live. Botany is the study of these powerful organisms in all their shapes and forms.
Botany majors study not only plants but also one-celled organisms related to plants and the environments and ecosystems in which plants live.
Are You Ready To...?
- Use sophisticated computers and other equipment to do research
- Work with professors to study real-world problems, such as the invasion of exotic plant species
- Conduct field work to see plants in their true habitats
- Take both lecture and lab courses
It Helps To Be...
Into nature and outdoor activities like hiking, gardening, and camping. If you are fascinated by living things, then botany might be the major for you.
College Checklist
- Does the program have an emphasis, such as plant ecology, plant evolution, or plant chemistry studies?
- Will you be able to conduct independent research projects?
- What kind of lab equipment will you have access to?
- Will you be near nature preserves or other natural plant habitats?
Did You Know?
A few plants, like the Venus flytrap, are carnivorous, trapping and devouring insects.
Course Spotlight
In plant anatomy, you will learn about the cells, organs, and biological systems that make up a plant. You’ll study how cells are organized; how plant organs, such as roots and leaves, develop and work; and how the organism as a whole grows, behaves, and reproduces. Expect to take short-answer exams and write lab reports.