Question

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

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, not botany.
• Option b: Ecology is the study of organisms' interaction with the environment, not botany.
• Option c: Botany is defined as the scientific study of plants, so this matches.
• Option d: Genetics studies the genetic makeup of organisms, not botany.
• Option e: Zoology is the study of animals, not botany.

Answer:

c. The study of plants.