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GEOG 304

Geography of Climates

Geography College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Elements, controls, distribution, and classification of the earth's climates.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

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