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The study of rocks is called

Philately
Petrology
Philology
Phonetics

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

he collection and study of postage stamps is called Philately.

The branch of knowledge that deals with the structure, historical development, and relationships of a language or languages is called Philology.

The study and classification of speech sounds is called Phonetics.

1. 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.

2. The art of elegant speech or writing is called

Paleography
Physiognomy
Sericulture
Rhetoric

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The study of ancient writing systems and the deciphering and dating of historical manuscripts is called Paleography.

A person's facial features or expression, esp. when regarded as indicative of character or ethnic origin is called Physiognomy.

The production of silk and the rearing of silkworms for this purpose is called Sericulture.

3. 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.

4. Chemistry in ancient times is called

Anatomy
Alchemy
Bibliography
Anthropology

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The science dealing with the structure of animals, plants or human body is called Anatomy.

The study of history of a list of books on a subject is called Bibliography.

The science that deals with the origin, physical and cultural development of mankind is called Anthropology.

5. The art or practice of garden cultivation and management is called

Iconography
Hagiology
Horticulture
Hydropathy

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The use or study of images or symbols in visual arts is called Iconography.

Literature dealing with saints is called Hagiology.

The treatment of illness through the use of water, either internally or through external means such as steam baths is called Hydropathy.