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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 therapeutic use of sunlight is called

Gymnastics
Heliotherapy
Geology
Histology

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Exercises developing or displaying physical agility and coordination is called Gymnastics.

The science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it is called Geology.

The study of the microscopic structure of tissues is called Histology.

2. The art of making fireworks is called

Chromatics
Cosmogony
Cosmography
Cosmology

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The science of the nature of heavenly bodies is called Cosmogony.

The science that describes and maps the main features of the universe is called Cosmography.

The science of the nature, origin and history of the universe is called Cosmology.

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 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.

5. 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.