15 Questions
Who is considered to have originated the formal study of zoology?
Aristotle
What does the term 'Zoology' derive from?
Ancient Greek
Who discovered the structure of DNA in 1953?
Francis Crick
Which branch of biology does Zoology belong to?
Zoology
During which period did modern zoology have its origins?
Renaissance and early modern period
What is the distinguishing feature between frogs and toads?
Presence of tail
Where do adult frogs typically lay their eggs?
In water
Which vertebrate order accounts for one of the five most diverse vertebrate orders?
Amphibians
What are the aquatic larvae of frogs called?
Tadpoles
From which period does the oldest proto-frog, Triadobatrachus, date back to?
Early Triassic
What is the distinguishing feature of adult frogs?
Protruding eyes and anteriorly-attached tongue
Where are the eggs of frogs typically laid?
In water
What accounts for around 88% of extant amphibian species?
Frogs
Where is the greatest concentration of frog species diversity?
Tropical rainforest
What do frog eggs hatch into?
Tadpoles
Test your knowledge of the fundamentals of zoology with this quiz. Explore the scientific study of animals, including their structure, embryology, classification, and interactions with ecosystems. Learn about the fascinating world of zoology, a primary branch of biology dating back to ancient times.
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