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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
- Aristotle (correct)
- Gregor Mendel
- Francis Crick
What does the term 'Zoology' mean?
What does the term 'Zoology' mean?
- Study of animals (correct)
- Study of rocks
- Study of weather patterns
- Study of plants
Which branch of biology does Zoology belong to?
Which branch of biology does Zoology belong to?
- Tertiary branch
- Primary branch (correct)
- Quaternary branch
- Secondary branch
With the discovery of the structure of DNA, which realm opened up?
With the discovery of the structure of DNA, which realm opened up?
During which period did modern zoology have its origins?
During which period did modern zoology have its origins?
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Origin of zoology
Origin of zoology
Aristotle is considered the founder of the formal study of zoology.
Meaning of Zoology
Meaning of Zoology
Zoology is the scientific study of animals.
Zoology's Branch
Zoology's Branch
Zoology is a primary branch of biology.
DNA's impact on biology
DNA's impact on biology
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Modern Zoology's dawn
Modern Zoology's dawn
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Study Notes
Origins of Zoology
- Aristotle is considered to have originated the formal study of zoology.
Definition of Zoology
- The term 'Zoology' is derived from the Greek words 'zoon' meaning animal and 'logos' meaning knowledge or study, thus it means the study of animals.
Branch of Biology
- Zoology belongs to the branch of biology that deals with the study of animals, their structure, behavior, evolution, classification, and distribution.
Discovery of DNA Structure
- With the discovery of the structure of DNA, the realm of molecular biology opened up.
Modern Zoology
- Modern zoology had its origins during the 16th and 17th centuries.
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Test your knowledge of Zoology with this quiz! From animal structure to classification, habits, and interactions with ecosystems, this quiz covers a range of topics in the scientific study of animals. See how much you know about the fascinating world of zoology.
