ScienceAugust 1, 2026
zoophysiology
ZO-oh-fih-zee-OL-uh-jee
Definition
The branch of zoology that deals with the physical and chemical functions of animal organs and systems.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek 'zoon' (animal), 'physis' (nature/growth), and 'logos' (study/discourse). It emerged in the 19th century as biology began to specialize into sub-disciplines.
In the news
The article uses the term to identify the specific field of the author's first doctoral research. It marks the foundation of his long academic career in biological sciences.
Why I pursued second PhD at 89 — NAS fellow, Prof Nwagwu
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