What is the study of reptiles and amphibians called?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Herpetology
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Histology | the study of the tissues of plants and animals under a microscope | In the histology lab, the students looked at thin slices of muscle. |
| (2) Entomology | the study of insects | Students of entomology collected butterflies and beetles from the garden. |
| (3) Herpetology (answer) | the study of reptiles (snakes, lizards, turtles) and amphibians (frogs, toads) | Kavya chose herpetology because she wanted to work with snakes in the Western Ghats. |
| (4) Gerontology | the study of old age and its problems | Dr Mehta works in gerontology and helps elderly people stay active. |