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Biological Sciences: Entomology is the study of which group of animals? Identify the correct branch of zoology focused on a specific arthropod class. Choose the correct answer.

Difficulty: Easy

Insects
Mammals
Birds
Fishes

Correct Answer: Insects

Explanation:

What is being asked?
The organism group covered by the zoological subdiscipline entomology.

Given data

Discipline: Entomology

Concept/Approach
Entomology (from Greek 'entomon' = insect) is the scientific study of insects—their taxonomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and control.

Common pitfalls
Confusing with ornithology (birds), ichthyology (fishes), or mammalogy (mammals).

Final Answer
Insects

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