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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?
What is the primary focus of zoology?
What is the primary focus of zoology?
Where does the term 'Zoology' originate from?
Where does the term 'Zoology' originate from?
When did modern zoology have its origins?
When did modern zoology have its origins?
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What did Aristotle consider animals to be?
What did Aristotle consider animals to be?
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Origin of Zoology
- Aristotle is considered to have originated the formal study of zoology.
Focus of Zoology
- The primary focus of zoology is the study of animals and their structure, behavior, evolution, classification, and distribution.
Etymology of Zoology
- The term 'Zoology' originates from the Greek words 'zoon', meaning animal, and 'logos', meaning knowledge or study.
History of Zoology
- Modern zoology had its origins in the 16th century.
Aristotle's View of Animals
- Aristotle considered animals to be living organisms that possessed a soul, and classified them as either plants or animals based on their ability to move.
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Test your knowledge of animals and their biology with this Zoology quiz! Explore questions about animal structure, embryology, classification, habits, and distribution. See how much you know about the fascinating world of zoology and its interaction with ecosystems.
