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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
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Biology
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Earth Science
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Biochemistry and geochemistry are sub-disciplines that focus on the chemical processes and compositions of living organisms and the Earth, respectively, falling under the umbrella of chemistry.
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Biology
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Earth Science
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Geology, paleontology, climatology, and hydrology are all fields that study the Earth's physical structure, history, and processes, collectively known as Earth Science.
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Biology
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Earth Science
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Zoology, botany, microbiology, and ecology are all branches of the life sciences, which are collectively categorized as Biology.
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Botany
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Geology
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Geochemistry
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Oceanography
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Oceanography is the branch of science specifically dedicated to the study of the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of the ocean.
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Botany
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Biochemistry
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Geochemistry
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Oceanography
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Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes within and relating to living organisms, bridging the gap between biology and chemistry.
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Ecology
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Biochemistry
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Geochemistry
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Geography
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Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments, including the physical features of the Earth and the countries upon it.
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Ecology
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Biochemistry
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Microbiology
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Geography
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Microbiology is the branch of biology that deals with microorganisms, which are microscopic organisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
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Zoology
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Biochemistry
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Micorbiology
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Paleontology
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Paleontology studies fossils and ancient life forms, including dinosaurs. It examines preserved remains or traces of organisms from past geological periods. Zoology studies living animals, Biochemistry studies chemical processes in living things, and Micorbiology (misspelled) studies microorganisms.
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Zoology
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Biochemistry
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Micorbiology
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Engineering
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Engineering applies scientific principles to solve problems creatively, including resource conservation and sustainable solutions. It involves designing systems, structures, and processes. Zoology studies animals, Biochemistry studies chemical processes, and Micorbiology (misspelled) studies microorganisms.
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Anthropology
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Biochemistry
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Micorbiology
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Engineering
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Anthropology studies human societies and cultures, both past and present. Archaeology (a subfield) examines people from the past through material remains. Biochemistry studies chemical processes, Micorbiology (misspelled) studies microorganisms, and Engineering applies scientific principles to design solutions.
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Botany
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Biochemistry
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Micorbiology
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Engineering
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Botany is the branch of biology that studies plants specifically, including their physiology, structure, genetics, ecology, and classification. Biochemistry studies chemical processes, Micorbiology (misspelled) studies microorganisms, and Engineering applies scientific principles to design.
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Botany
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Climatology
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Micorbiology
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Engineering
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Climatology is the study of climate, including atmospheric patterns, weather systems, and their effects on human activities and ecosystems. It examines long-term atmospheric conditions. Botany studies plants, Micorbiology (misspelled) studies microorganisms, and Engineering applies scientific principles to design.
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Botany
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Climatology
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Micorbiology
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Hydrology
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Hydrology is the study of water's movement, distribution, and quality on Earth, including the water cycle (evaporation, condensation, precipitation, collection). It examines water in various environments. Botany studies plants, Climatology studies climate, and Micorbiology (misspelled) studies microorganisms.
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Zoology
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Climatology
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Geology
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Sociology
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Sociology is the study of human social behavior, society, and social relationships. The other options focus on animals, climate, or the Earth's physical structure.
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Zoology
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Climatology
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Geology
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Sociology
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Zoology is the branch of biology that studies the animal kingdom. It covers the structure, embryology, evolution, and classification of animals.