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Which of the following is NOT a major field of biology?
Which of the following is NOT a major field of biology?
- Microbiology
- Botany
- Zoology
- Chemistry (correct)
Embryology is the study of the development of organisms from the fertilized egg to adulthood.
Embryology is the study of the development of organisms from the fertilized egg to adulthood.
True (A)
What is the primary focus of Botany?
What is the primary focus of Botany?
The study of plants
The study of microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, is known as ______.
The study of microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, is known as ______.
Match the following branches of biology with their descriptions:
Match the following branches of biology with their descriptions:
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Biology
Biology
The science of life that studies living organisms' structures, functions, and interactions.
Zoology
Zoology
The study of animals, including their structure, function, behavior, and diversity.
Botany
Botany
The study of plants, covering their structure, growth, reproduction, and environmental interactions.
Microbiology
Microbiology
The study of microorganisms including bacteria and microscopic fungi, focusing on their roles in health and environment.
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Embryology
Embryology
The study of the fertilized egg and developmental processes to identify birth defects.
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Genetics
Genetics
The study of heredity and inheritance, exploring how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
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Palaeontology
Palaeontology
The study of fossils to comprehend the evolutionary history of organisms.
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Cytology
Cytology
The study of cells, their structure, function, and role in living organisms.
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Histology
Histology
The study of the microscopic structure of tissues and organs in living organisms.
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