The science dealing with the study of fossils is called
A
palaeontology
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B
herpetology
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C
saurology
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D
organic evolution
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Solution
The correct option is A palaeontology Paleontology is the science dealing with the study of fossils. Herpetology is the study of reptiles. Saurology is the study of snakes. Organic evolution is the study of origin of life and new species.