Branches of biology
Branches of Biology
Branches of Biology (pronunciation: /ˈbraːntʃɪz ɒv baɪˈɒlədʒi/) refers to the various specialized disciplines within the field of biology, each of which focuses on the study of specific aspects of living organisms. The term is derived from the Greek words 'bios' meaning life, and 'logos' meaning study.
Anatomy
Anatomy (pronunciation: /əˈnætəmi/) is the branch of biology that deals with the study of the structure of organisms and their parts. It is derived from the Greek word 'anatome' which means dissection.
Biochemistry
Biochemistry (pronunciation: /ˌbaɪoʊˈkɛmɪstri/) is the branch of biology concerned with the chemical and physicochemical processes that occur within living organisms. It is a combination of biology and chemistry, and it's all about exploring the chemical reactions that make life possible.
Botany
Botany (pronunciation: /ˈbɒtəni/) is the scientific study of plants, including their physiology, structure, genetics, ecology, distribution, classification, and economic importance.
Ecology
Ecology (pronunciation: /ɪˈkɒlədʒi/) is the branch of biology that studies the interactions among organisms and their environment. It involves understanding biotic and abiotic factors influencing the distribution and abundance of organisms.
Genetics
Genetics (pronunciation: /dʒɪˈnɛtɪks/) is the study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms. It is generally considered a field of biology, but it intersects frequently with many of the life sciences.
Microbiology
Microbiology (pronunciation: /ˌmaɪkroʊbaɪˈɒlədʒi/) is the study of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, archaea, fungi and protozoa. This discipline includes fundamental research on the biochemistry, physiology, cell biology, ecology, evolution and clinical aspects of microorganisms.
Zoology
Zoology (pronunciation: /zoʊˈɒlədʒi/) is the branch of biology that studies the animal kingdom, including the structure, embryology, evolution, classification, habits, and distribution of all animals, both living and extinct.
External links
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