Branches of Biology & Careers Activity

Botany and Zoology are two of the main branches of Biology. In this activity, we will examine a
number of different branches and careers that are included in the study of Biology.
Using the internet, search to find the name of the area of biology.

1. the study of heredity _________________
2. the structure and function of cells.
__________________________
3. animal behavior. _____________________
7. the relationships among organisms and their
environments _______________________
8. the body's defense against disease and
foreign substances
______________________

4. the physical structure of humans or other 9. microscopic

animals_______________ organisms___________________________

5. the scientific classification of 10. the functions of organs and organ systems
organisms_______________________
______________________________
6. the chemical processes within
cells________________________

Search for the meaning of the following branches of biology . . .

Paleontology:

Phycology:

Entomology:

Evolution:

Bacteriology:

Ornithology:

Herpetology:

Ichthyology:

Agriculture:

Mycology:
Career Exploration: Use the internet to research the following questions.
1. What does a biologist do?

2. List 4 examples of organizations that might hire a biologist.

3. What classes would you need to enter a biology program at the University of
Saskatchewan or the University of Regina?

Examples of Other Areas of Biology:

Agronomy Embryology Exobiology O
n
Anthropology Limnology Nematology c
o
Biotechnology Oceanography Parasitology l
o
Biogeography Marine Biology Virology g
y
Economic Zoology Endocrinolgy Pharmacology

Pathology Horticulture Toxicology

Teralotolgy Mammalogy Histology

ASSIGNMENT
1. Select a branch of biology from the list above (only one branch per student). Record your choice.

2. Research the selected area of biology.

3. What do these people study?

4. What do you call people who study this branch of biology? Give an example of a person that
studies this branch.

5. Give an example of a career related to this area.

6. Why is this branch of biology important to us?