Question

The branch of biology that deals with the study of heredity is

• A. Cytology
• B. Genetics
• C. Genetic engineering
• D. Eugenics

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Genetics

The correct option is B:

Explanation of the correct option :

Option B.

1. Genetics- Genetics deals with the study of the heredity or paternal nature of organisms and inheritance.

Explanation of the incorrect option :

Option A:

1. Cytology includes the study of the structure and function of the cell.

.Option C

1. Genetic engineering- The molecular organization of a cell is changed artificially and is covered under genetic engineering.
2. E.g., artificial synthesis of genes and transfer of desirable genes from one organism to the other.

Option D:

1. Eugenics- to provide facilities for health and mental improvement of children for the betterment of society.

Final Answer: The branch of biology that deals with the study of heredity are genetics.