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Biology and Science Terminology

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Science terminology forms the foundation of understanding various biological and physical disciplines. This practice hub features questions on the specific study fields, names of scientific branches, and essential definitions. These questions frequently appear in general science sections of competitive exams.

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Biology and Science Terminology Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a science of rocks?

  1. Pedology

  2. Seismology

  3. Petrology

  4. Archaeology

  5. Geology
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Petrology is the science of rocks. A petrologist studies rocks in all their aspects viz., mineral composition, texture, structure, origin, occurrence, alteration and relationship with other rocks.

Multiple choice

What is histology?

  1. Study of physical history of the earth.

  2. Study of fossils.

  3. Study of human body tissues.

  4. Study of historical monuments.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Histology is the study of the microscopic structure of biological tissues. It involves examining tissues at the cellular level using techniques like staining and microscopy. Histologists study how cells are organized and how tissues function in organisms. It is a fundamental branch of biology and medicine.

Multiple choice

Ths branch of science which studies hereditary is known as

  1. cytology

  2. cytopathology

  3. genetics

  4. histology
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Genetics is the science of genes, heredity, and variation in living organisms. Genetics deals with the molecular structure and function of genes, with gene behavior in the context of a cell or organism with patterns of inheritance from parent to offspring, and with gene distribution, variation and change in populations.

Multiple choice

Autopsy is the examination of

  1. animals

  2. plants

  3. body

  4. dead body
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Autopsy (or post-mortem examination) is the thorough examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death and investigate disease processes. It involves dissection and analysis of organs and tissues. The key distinction from regular medical examination is that it is performed on deceased persons, not living patients or animals.

Multiple choice

Biology is the study of

  1. science

  2. plants

  3. animals

  4. living beings
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Biology is the scientific study of life and living organisms. It encompasses all forms of life including plants, animals, and microorganisms. The term comes from the Greek words 'bios' (life) and 'logos' (study).

Multiple choice

Applied science is the study of

  1. Variety of plants

  2. Characters of animals

  3. Application of scientific theories

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Applied science is the practical application of scientific knowledge and theories to solve real-world problems and improve human life. It takes theoretical principles from pure sciences (physics, chemistry, biology) and uses them to develop technologies, medicines, engineering solutions, and other practical applications.

Multiple choice

The term carpology is known ___________.

  1. for the study of metals

  2. for the study of the structure of fruits and seeds

  3. for the study of chemicals

  4. for the study of animals
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Carpology is the branch of botany that deals with the study of fruits and seeds. It focuses on their structure, classification, and development. The term derives from 'karpos' meaning fruit. It is essential for understanding plant reproduction, taxonomy, and seed dispersal mechanisms.

Multiple choice

Direction: Choose the appropriate answer from the options given below :

The study of the nucleus is called ______.

  1. Cytology

  2. Histopathology

  3. Paleontology

  4. Karyology
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Karyology (from Greek 'karyon' meaning nut/kernel) is specifically the study of the nucleus, including its structure, function, and abnormalities. Cytology is the broader study of cells, histopathology studies tissues, and paleontology studies fossils.

Multiple choice

The term ' Ornithology' is related to

  1. the study of diseases of the nervous system

  2. the science of organic forms and structures

  3. the study of birds

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ornithology is the branch of zoology that focuses on the study of birds, including their behavior, physiology, classification, and ecology. The term comes from the Greek words 'ornis' (bird) and 'logos' (study).