Question

What is the study of fruits called?

• A. Mycology
• B. Anthology
• C. Horticulture
• D. Pomology

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Pomology

The correct option is D

Explanation of the Correct option:

1. Pomology is the branch of botany that deals with the study, fertilization, and cultivation of fruits, and the one who studies it is called a Pomologist.
2. This branch of science developed in the USA and deals with the fertilization of fruits, their transportation, and shelf life.
3. Charles Downing is marked as the pioneer and father of pomology.

Explanation of the Incorrect option:

Option A:

Mycology is the branch of science that deals with the study of fungi, its properties, uses, and harm to the human being.

Option B:

Anthology is a collection of artistic and literary works like a poem, musical albums, etc.

Option C:

Horticulture is the science of growing vegetables, fruits, ornamental plants, etc.

Final answer: Study of fruits is called Pomology.