Question

The study of worms which cause parasitic infestations in man is

• A. Helminthology
• B. Herpetology
• C. Ichthyology
• D. Malacology

Answer 1

The correct option is A Helminthology

Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms or helminths. This field deals with the study of their taxonomy and the effect on their hosts.

Herpetology is a branch of zoology concerned with the study of amphibians and reptiles.

Ichthyology is the study of fishes.

Malacology is the branch of invertebrate zoology that deals with the study of Mollusc.
So, the correct answer is option A.