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The study and tracing of lines of descent or development is called

Ganealogy
Ergonomy
Eugenics
Genetics

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The study of effect of environment on workers is called Ergonomy.

The science of improving a human population by controlled breeding to increase the occurrence of desirable heritable characteristics is called Eugenics.

The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics is called Genetics.

1. The scientific study of teeth is called

Odontology
Ornithology
Orthoepy
Pedagogy

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The scientific study of birds is called Ornithology.

The correct or accepted pronunciation of words is called Orthoepy.

The method and practice of teaching, esp. as an academic subject or theoretical concept is called Pedagogy.

2. The technique of communication by signs made with the fingers is called

Ethnology
Ethology
Dactylology
Etymology

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The study of human races is called Ethnology.

The study of animal behaviour is called Ethology.

The study of origin and history of words is called Etymology.

3. The study of plants is called

Bacteriology.
Astrology.
Arboriculture.
Botany.

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The study of bacteria is called Bacteriology.

The study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs is called Astrology.

Cultivation of trees and vegetables is called Arboriculture.

4. The study of sound is called

Acoustics
Aeronautics
Aesthetics
Agronomy

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The study of sound is called Acoustics.
The science or art of flight is called Aeronautics.
The philosophy of fine arts Aesthetics.
The science of soil management is called Agronomy.

5. The science of law is called

Iconology
Jurisprudence
Lexicography
Numismatics

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The study of visual imagery and its symbolism and interpretation is called Iconology.

The practice of compiling dictionaries Lexicography

The study or collection of coins, paper currency, and medals is called Numismatics.