Rahul wants to study prehistoric forms of life through fossils. Which of the following branch of science can be associated with this interest?

Embryology

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Palaeontology

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Evolution

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D Palaeontology
The organised study of knowledge is known as science. There are different branches of science which deal with the study of a particular aspect or field. The branch of science which deals with the study of fossils is known as palaeontology. The fossils of the plants, animals and other organisms are studied by Rahul to know about the prehistoric life forms. The fossils are used for the purpose of classification of the organism on the basis of the structural similarities.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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