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What is the meaning of the term 'botany' derived from?
What is the meaning of the term 'botany' derived from?
- Fodder and grass
- Plant science and biology
- Pasture and herbs (correct)
- To feed and graze
How many species of land plants do botanists study approximately?
How many species of land plants do botanists study approximately?
- 369,000 species
- 391,000 species
- 410,000 species (correct)
- 20,000 species
What is the main focus of the International Botanical Congress?
What is the main focus of the International Botanical Congress?
- Fungi and algae
- Vascular plants
- Land plants (correct)
- Flowering plants
Who traditionally studies fungi and algae?
Who traditionally studies fungi and algae?
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What was the origin of botany?
What was the origin of botany?
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Botany Overview
- The term 'botany' is derived from the Greek word 'botane', meaning herb or grass.
Scope of Botany
- Botanists study approximately 390,000 species of land plants.
International Botanical Congress
- The main focus of the International Botanical Congress is to standardize the naming of plants and to promote international cooperation in botany.
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Traditionally, mycologists (fungi) and phycologists (algae) study organisms that are not technically plants, but are often studied in conjunction with botany.
Origins of Botany
- The origin of botany dates back to ancient civilizations, where plants were used for medicinal, food, and spiritual purposes.
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