Question

challenge 5/7
what is zoology?
hints
a. the study of how various organisms and interact with their environment.
b. the study of animals.
c. the study of microorganisms.
d. the study of plants.
e. the study of the genetic make of all living organisms.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option a: The study of how organisms interact with their environment is ecology, not zoology.
• Option b: Zoology is defined as the scientific study of animals, so this matches the definition of zoology.
• Option c: The study of microorganisms is microbiology, not zoology.
• Option d: The study of plants is botany, not zoology.
• Option e: The study of the genetic makeup of all living organisms is genetics, not zoology.

Answer:

b. The study of animals.