Fields of Science

Question 1

Biophysics

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• scientific study of how physical phenomena and processes in living things work
• uses physics, chemistry, and mathematical analysis to understand biological systems
• can be used to analyze and explain phenomena such as echolocation in bats and the stresses and strains in skeletal and muscular structures

Question 2

Biochemistry

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• study of chemical processes in living organisms
• laboratory-based science that combines biology and chemistry
• can study the structures and physical properties of biological molecules such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids

Question 3

Cytology

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• branch of biology concerned with the structure and function of plant and animal cells
• a branch of pathology
• involves examining cells in a tissue sample under a microscope to look for characteristics or abnormalities

Question 4

Biotechnology

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• the use of biology to develop new products, methods, and organisms
• a branch of applied science
• can improving the value of materials and organisms, such as pharmaceuticals, crops, and livestock

Question 5

Histology

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• study of the microscopic anatomy of biological tissues
• is the microscopic counterpart to gross anatomy
• aims to diagnose and study diseases in tissue

Question 6

Genetics

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• study of how traits are passed down from parents to offspring
• combines biology and mathematics to study how things work in cells
• has expanded to study the function and behavior of genes

Question 7

Anatomy

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• study of the structure of living things, including how they are made up and how they work
• branch of biology and medicine
• can involve the study of major body structures by dissection and observation

Question 8

Physiology

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• study of how living organisms function
• a sub-section of biology
• analyze the influence and impact of human life on species

Question 9

Nutrition

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• the process by which an organism uses food to support its life
• biochemical and physiological
• advise clients on nutrition and its effects on them

Question 10

Neurobiology

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• study of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spine, neural circuits, and nerves
• a subset of both physiology and neuroscience
• research how the inner workings of the brain and nervous system impact health, human behavior, decision making, and cognitive function

Question 11

Endocrinology

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• study of hormones and the endocrine system, which is made up of glands that secrete hormones
• a branch of biology and medicine
• one can treat diseases related to problems with hormones, such as diabetes, menopause, and thyroid problems

Question 12

Immunology

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• study of the immune system and its functions
• a branch of biology and medicine
• one can can perform a series of tests to identify the allergen or substance that’s causing a reaction

Question 13

Developmental Biology

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• study of how organisms grow and develop, from embryos to adults
• it involves many biological fields, such as molecular biology, genetics, physiology, cell biology, anatomy, embryology, cancer research, regenerative medicine, neurobiology, immunology, and evolutionary biology
• researchers may identify the genes or gene networks that regulate the respective developmental processes

Question 14

Ecology

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• study of how living organisms interact with their environment and other organisms
• core goal of ecology is to understand the distribution and abundance of living things in the physical environment

Question 15

Marine biology

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• study of the biology of marine life and the resources that saltwater creatures depend on
• main aims of marine biology are to improve understanding of the marine world and to understand and predict changes in ecosystems affected by human and natural disturbances

Question 16

Forestry

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• the science and practice of planting, managing, and caring for trees and forests
• include foundational courses in biology, chemistry, and geology; students also take courses in forestry, ecology, natural resources management, hydrology, geography, and environmental science
• practiced in both plantations and natural stands

Question 17

Environmental biology

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• study of how organisms, species, and communities interact with their environment
• combines knowledge from biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, and social sciences
• use their knowledge to protect the environment and human health

Question 18

Evolutionary biology

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• studies the processes and patterns of biological evolution
• combines genetics, ecology, systematics, and paleontology
• concerned with the origin and descent of species, as well as their changes over time

Question 19

Pathology

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• study of the causes and effects of disease or injury
• a branch of medical science
• impacts nearly all aspects of patient care, from diagnosing cancer to managing chronic diseases

Question 20

Toxicology

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• study of how chemical, biological, and physical agents affect living organisms, especially humans
• includes biochemistry, histology, pharmacology, pathology
• they use model organisms to test chemicals and estimate the concentration that can cause effects

Question 21

Medicine

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• practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease
• based on the application of biological and physiological principles to clinical practice
• include biology, chemistry (general and organic), biochemistry, and physics, and often include math/statistics, psychology, and sociology

Question 22

Microbiology

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• study of microorganisms, which are living organisms that are too small to be seen with the naked eye
• encompasses sub-disciplines such as bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology
• they use culture, staining, and microscopy to isolate and identify microorganisms

Question 23

Virology

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• study of viruses and viral diseases
• a branch of microbiology
• they oversee the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses caused by microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and parasites

Question 24

Mycology

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• study of fungi, their genetic and biochemical properties, and their use to humans
• combines molecular biology, engineering, and fungal taxonomy
• they analyze the properties of fungi, including their shape, size, location, and individual properties

Question 25

Botany

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• study of plants, including their structure, properties, and biochemical processes
• combines plant science, (plant) ecology or biology, and conservation biology
• they may work in botanical gardens or laboratories to examine the effects of pollution and natural disasters on plants

Question 26

Zoology

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• study of animals
• combines physiology, parasitology, virology, ecology, chemistry, mathematics, and statistical software
• they investigate what animals eat and how they live, and how animals interact with their habitats

Question 27

Ichthyology

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• study of fish
• a branch of zoology; combines biology, ecology, zoology, and environmental science
• includes the study of fish development, anatomy, physiology, behavior, classification, genetics, and ecology

Question 28

Herpetology

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• study of amphibians and reptiles
• branch of zoology; combines behavior, ecology, physiology, anatomy, paleontology, and taxonomy
• they work with live species in natural habitats or review preserved samples in laboratory settings

Question 29

Entomology

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• study of insects and their relationship to humans, the environment, and other organisms
• a branch of zoology
• concerned with medical research and how insects are a matter of public health

Question 30

Mammalogy

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• study of mammals
• a branch of zoology
• they research everything from genetic and cellular level interactions to ethology and ecology of an animal species or community