Question

The study of prehistoric forms of life through fossils is known as

• A. Palaeontology
• B. Morphology
• C. Anatomy
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Palaeontology

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 fossils is known as palaeontology. The fossils of the plants, animals and other organisms are studied. 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 A.