zoology
1 of 1noun/ˈzoʊɑ.lə.ʤi/
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a branch of science that deals with animals
C1Learn more on WikipediaZoology is the scientific study of animals, including their behavior, anatomy, physiology, and interactions with their environment. Zoologists research how animals adapt to their habitats, how they communicate, and how ecosystems function. Zoology also plays a role in conservation, studying endangered species and providing insights into how to protect animal biodiversity.
- She decided to major in zoology because of her fascination with animal behavior.
- The zoology department at the university conducts research on a wide range of animal species.
- He spent his summers interning at a zoo to gain hands-on experience in zoology.
- The study of zoology involves learning about the diversity of animal life on Earth.
- Zoology is a multidisciplinary field that intersects with ecology, genetics, and evolutionary biology.
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the collection or diversity of animal species in a particular area or historical period
- The island's zoology includes many endemic species.
- Paleontologists study the zoology of the Jurassic era.
- The forest's zoology was surveyed to assess biodiversity.
- Zoology of the Arctic differs significantly from that of the tropics.
- Early explorers documented the zoology of newly discovered lands.
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