Introduction to Biology

What is the science of life?

• Biology

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Geography

What are the three major divisions of biology?

• Botany, Zoology, Microbiology

• Physics, Chemistry, Biology

• Anatomy, Physiology, Morphology

• Genetics, Biochemistry, Ecology

What does morphology study?

• Form, shape and structure of organisms

• Internal structures of organisms

• Functions of different parts of organisms

• Development of the embryo

What is the study of the classification of organisms called?

• Taxonomy

• Anatomy

• Physiology

• Histology

What is the Greek word for 'insect'?

• Entomon

• Bio

• Logos

• Fungi

What is the study of the body's system of defence against disease-causing microorganisms?

• Immunology

• Entomology

• Genetics

• Biotechnology

What is the study of the distribution of organisms in space and time?

• Biogeography

• Biostatistics

• Bio-economics

• Biochemistry

What is the application of statistical and mathematical formulas in the study of biology called?

• Biostatistics

• Biochemistry

• Biophysics

• Bio-economics

What is the study of the use of organisms for the benefit and welfare of humanity?

• Biotechnology

• Immunology

• Genetics

• Entomology

What is the study of the production of fish called?

• Fisheries

• Agriculture

• Animal Science

• Horticulture