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Who is considered to have originated the formal study of zoology?
Who is considered to have originated the formal study of zoology?
- Charles Darwin
- Gregor Mendel
- Francis Crick
- Aristotle (correct)
Which branch of biology does zoology belong to?
Which branch of biology does zoology belong to?
- Quaternary branch
- Secondary branch
- Primary branch (correct)
- Tertiary branch
Which Greek terms make up the term 'zoology'?
Which Greek terms make up the term 'zoology'?
- ζῷον and τέχνη
- ζῷον and θεωρία
- ζῷον and λόγος (correct)
- ζῷον and γενεσις
Who, along with James Watson, discovered the structure of DNA in 1953?
Who, along with James Watson, discovered the structure of DNA in 1953?
During which period did modern zoology have its origins?
During which period did modern zoology have its origins?
What unifying theme in biology explains the unity and diversity of life?
What unifying theme in biology explains the unity and diversity of life?
What is the primary function of genes in organisms?
What is the primary function of genes in organisms?
What is the fundamental unit that all organisms are made up of?
What is the fundamental unit that all organisms are made up of?
What is the role of biologists in studying life at multiple levels of organization?
What is the role of biologists in studying life at multiple levels of organization?
Which of the following is not a eukaryotic organism?
Which of the following is not a eukaryotic organism?
Study Notes
Origins of Zoology
- Aristotle is considered to have originated the formal study of zoology.
Branch of Biology
- Zoology belongs to the branch of biology that deals with the study of animals.
Etymology of Zoology
- The term 'zoology' is derived from the Greek words 'zoon', meaning animal, and 'logos', meaning study or science.
Discovery of DNA Structure
- Francis Crick, along with James Watson, discovered the structure of DNA in 1953.
Modern Zoology
- Modern zoology had its origins during the 16th to 18th centuries.
Unifying Theme in Biology
- The unifying theme in biology that explains the unity and diversity of life is evolution.
Function of Genes
- The primary function of genes in organisms is to encode instructions for the development and function of an organism.
Fundamental Unit of Organisms
- The fundamental unit that all organisms are made up of is the cell.
Role of Biologists
- The role of biologists is to study life at multiple levels of organization, from molecules to ecosystems.
Types of Organisms
- Viruses are not eukaryotic organisms.
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Test your knowledge of zoology with this quiz! Explore the world of animals, their structures, habits, and ecosystems, and challenge yourself with questions on animal classification, embryology, and interactions with the environment. See how well you know the fascinating field of zoology!
