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Which term is used to describe the science of plant life and is a branch of biology?

  • Geology
  • Zoology
  • Chemistry
  • Botany (correct)

What is the origin of the term 'botany'?

  • Ancient Greek word meaning 'pasture' (correct)
  • Sanskrit word meaning 'tree'
  • Latin word meaning 'plant'
  • Old English word meaning 'flower'

Which organisms are traditionally included in the study of botany?

  • Fungi and algae (correct)
  • Mammals and amphibians
  • Insects and birds
  • Fish and reptiles

Approximately how many species of land plants do botanists study?

<p>410,000 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of study for botanists?

<p>Plant life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a macromolecule found in a cell?

<p>Carbohydrates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate size range of most plant and animal cells?

<p>10-100 micrometers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of microscope provides a higher resolution for studying cell structure?

<p>Electron microscope (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are organisms classified based on the number of cells they have?

<p>By their cellularity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Latin word 'cellula' from which the term 'cell' is derived?

<p>Small room (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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