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The study of lizards, snakes, etc is known as

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Herpetology
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Ornithology
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Virology
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Bacteriology
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Solution

The correct option is A Herpetology
The organized 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 reptiles and amphibians is known as herpetology. The study of the snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, etc., are included in this field.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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