XNN 140 - Mathematics of Life

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Connections Block: BIO 115-B609 Concepts of Biology and MTH 109-B609 Precalculus Mathematics Mathematics and biology are two large and complex fields of study; however, using one to explain the other makes each seem more connected to real word around us. Participants in this block integrate biological concepts with mathematics to aid in the exploration and contextualization of mathematical principles while quantifying important biological processes and phenomenon. Have you ever wondered how many cells there are in the world, how fast the human population will literally run out of room on the planet Earth, or why certain numbers appear repeatedly in nature? This block combines introductory biology with pre-calculus mathematics to answer these and many other questions. This course is ideal for freshman looking for a science block and helps prepare science students or anyone for a life appreciating the interconnectedness of biology and numbers.