FSc Biology – Part 1
Chapter 1: Introduction to Biology
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. The branch of biology that deals with the study of fossils is called: (a) Taxonomy (b)
Paleontology (c) Morphology (d) Embryology
2. The study of tissues is known as: (a) Cytology (b) Histology (c) Anatomy (d) Ecology
3. Which of the following is NOT a branch of Biology? (a) Botany (b) Zoology (c)
Astronomy (d) Microbiology
4. Immunology is the study of: (a) Inheritance (b) Diseases and resistance (c) Tissues (d)
Fossils
5. The father of modern taxonomy is: (a) Aristotle (b) Linnaeus (c) Darwin (d) Lamarck
Short Questions with Answers
Q1: Define Biology.
Ans: Biology is the scientific study of life, dealing with the structure, function, growth,
origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms.
Q2: What is meant by Biochemistry?
Ans: The study of chemical substances and processes occurring in living organisms.
Q3: Differentiate between Botany and Zoology.
Ans: Botany is the study of plants, while Zoology is the study of animals.
Q4: What is Microbiology?
Ans: The branch of biology that deals with microscopic organisms such as bacteria,
viruses, and fungi.
Q5: Define Biotechnology.
Ans: Application of biological processes and organisms for the benefit of mankind (e.g.,
insulin production, antibiotics).
Important Long Questions
1. Define Biology and describe its major branches in detail.
2. What is Biotechnology? Write down its importance in daily life.
3. Differentiate between Zoology, Botany, and Microbiology with suitable examples.
4. Write a note on the relationship of Biology with other sciences.
Summary of Key Branches of Biology
Branch Study Area
Chapter 1: Introduction to Biology
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. The branch of biology that deals with the study of fossils is called: (a) Taxonomy (b)
Paleontology (c) Morphology (d) Embryology
2. The study of tissues is known as: (a) Cytology (b) Histology (c) Anatomy (d) Ecology
3. Which of the following is NOT a branch of Biology? (a) Botany (b) Zoology (c)
Astronomy (d) Microbiology
4. Immunology is the study of: (a) Inheritance (b) Diseases and resistance (c) Tissues (d)
Fossils
5. The father of modern taxonomy is: (a) Aristotle (b) Linnaeus (c) Darwin (d) Lamarck
Short Questions with Answers
Q1: Define Biology.
Ans: Biology is the scientific study of life, dealing with the structure, function, growth,
origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms.
Q2: What is meant by Biochemistry?
Ans: The study of chemical substances and processes occurring in living organisms.
Q3: Differentiate between Botany and Zoology.
Ans: Botany is the study of plants, while Zoology is the study of animals.
Q4: What is Microbiology?
Ans: The branch of biology that deals with microscopic organisms such as bacteria,
viruses, and fungi.
Q5: Define Biotechnology.
Ans: Application of biological processes and organisms for the benefit of mankind (e.g.,
insulin production, antibiotics).
Important Long Questions
1. Define Biology and describe its major branches in detail.
2. What is Biotechnology? Write down its importance in daily life.
3. Differentiate between Zoology, Botany, and Microbiology with suitable examples.
4. Write a note on the relationship of Biology with other sciences.
Summary of Key Branches of Biology
Branch Study Area
