Aspect | Zoology | Botany |
Definition | Zoology is the scientific study of animals, their physiology, behavior, classification and evolution. | Botany is the study of plants, including their structure, growth, reproduction and ecological roles. |
Research Areas | · Animal behavior · Physiology · Ecology · Taxonomy · Genetics | · Plant anatomy · Plant physiology · Plant ecology and taxonomy |
Career fields | · Wildlife conservation department · Fisheries department | · Agriculture · Forestry · Horticulture · Plant genetics |
Habitat Exploration | · Often involves studying animals in their natural habitats or in controlled laboratory settings. | · Involves studying plants in natural ecosystems, gardens and controlled environments. |
Applications | · Used in various fields, including medicine, agriculture, ecology and wildlife conservation. | · Used in agriculture, forestry, horticulture, environmental conservation and plant breeding. |
Comparison between Zoology and Botany
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