Biological Sciences Vocabulary

A collection of flashcards defining various branches and sub-disciplines of biology based on the lecture notes.

Mycology

Study of fungi.

Microbiology

Study of microorganisms and minute life forms.

Molecular Biology

Study of chemical structures and biological processes of molecules.

Neurobiology

Study of nervous systems and cellular functions.

Nutrition Science

Study of food, nutrients, and their effects on health and disease.

Pathology

Study of disease and injury.

Physiology

Study of how living organisms function.

Paleobiology

Application of biology to the study of fossils and ancient life.

Phycology

Study of algae.

Parasitology

Study of parasites, their hosts, and their relationships.

Plant Physiology

Study of plant functions and behaviors.

Photobiology

Study of the effects of light on living organisms.

Radiobiology

Study of the effects of ionizing radiation on living beings.

Structural Biology

Study of the structure of biological molecules.

Soil Biology

Study of living organisms in the soil.

Systems Biology

Study of biological systems and their interactions.

Taxonomy

Study of naming, classifying, and organizing living organisms.

Virology

Study of viruses and viral diseases.

Zoology

Study of animals and their biology.