Do You Know Phytogeography?

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    Botanical geography is the same as ....?

    • Phytogeography
    • Biology
    • Plant science
    • Life science
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Phytogeography is the study of how plants are distributed in their habitats and the relation of plants both in the past and present. If you understand why some types of plants don’t exist in some areas. How well are you conversant with this branch of botany? Take the quiz below and find out.

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  • 2. 
    Phytogeography is also known as ....? - ProProfs

    Phytogeography is also known as ....?

    • Botanical geography

    • Life science

    • Plant Biology

    • Physics

    Correct Answer
    A. Botanical geography
    Explanation
    Phytogeography is the study of the distribution of plants on Earth. It focuses on understanding the patterns and factors that influence the presence and abundance of different plant species in different regions. The term "botanical geography" accurately describes this field of study, as it combines the knowledge of botany (the study of plants) with geography (the study of the Earth's physical features and their influence on life). "Life science" and "plant biology" are broader terms that encompass various aspects of the study of living organisms, while "physics" is unrelated to the study of plants and their distribution.

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    Phytogeography, also known as botanical geography is the branch of ....? - ProProfs

    Phytogeography, also known as botanical geography is the branch of ....?

    • Life sciences

    • Biogeography

    • Biology

    • Agriculture science

    Correct Answer
    A. Biogeography
    Explanation
    Phytogeography, also known as botanical geography, is the study of the distribution of plants and vegetation across different geographic regions. It focuses on understanding the factors that influence plant distribution, such as climate, soil, and topography. Biogeography, on the other hand, is a broader field that encompasses the study of the distribution of all living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms. Therefore, biogeography is the correct answer as it encompasses the study of plant distribution along with other organisms.

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    In ...., the United States Congress passed an act that appropriated funds to send expeditions to discover the geographic distributions of plants (and animals) in the United States. - ProProfs

    In ...., the United States Congress passed an act that appropriated funds to send expeditions to discover the geographic distributions of plants (and animals) in the United States.

    • 1888

    • 1890

    • 1790

    • 1845

    Correct Answer
    A. 1890
    Explanation
    In 1890, the United States Congress passed an act that allocated funds for expeditions aimed at exploring the geographic distributions of plants and animals in the country. This act was significant as it demonstrated the government's commitment to scientific research and understanding the natural resources within the United States. It also highlighted the growing interest in studying and documenting the flora and fauna of the country, which would contribute to the development of the field of ecology and conservation efforts in the future.

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    .... is one of the subjects earliest proponents of Phytogeography. - ProProfs

    .... is one of the subjects earliest proponents of Phytogeography.

    • Alexander von Humboldt

    • Alfred Russell Wallace

    • James McCaffrey

    • Fredrick Vemon

    Correct Answer
    A. Alexander von Humboldt
    Explanation
    Alexander von Humboldt is considered one of the earliest proponents of Phytogeography. He was a German naturalist and explorer who extensively studied and documented the distribution of plants across different regions of the world. His work in the late 18th and early 19th centuries laid the foundation for the field of phytogeography, which focuses on understanding the geographic distribution of plant species. Humboldt's detailed observations and comprehensive approach to studying plants greatly contributed to our understanding of the relationship between plants and their environment, making him a key figure in the development of phytogeography.

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    In 1890, the United States Congress passed an act that appropriated funds to send expeditions to discover the geographic distributions of plants (and animals) in ......? - ProProfs

    In 1890, the United States Congress passed an act that appropriated funds to send expeditions to discover the geographic distributions of plants (and animals) in ......?

    • The United States

    • The United Kingdom

    • The North Korea

    • Russia

    Correct Answer
    A. The United States
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the United States. In 1890, the United States Congress passed an act to allocate funds for expeditions aimed at exploring and documenting the geographic distributions of plants and animals within the United States. This act demonstrates the government's interest in understanding the natural resources and biodiversity within its own country.

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    In 1890, the ..... passed an act that appropriated funds to send expeditions to discover the geographic distributions of plants (and animals) in the United States.  - ProProfs

    In 1890, the ..... passed an act that appropriated funds to send expeditions to discover the geographic distributions of plants (and animals) in the United States. 

    • United Nations

    • ECOWAS

    • United States Congress

    • African Union

    Correct Answer
    A. United States Congress
    Explanation
    The United States Congress passed an act in 1890 to allocate funds for expeditions aimed at exploring the geographic distributions of plants and animals within the United States. This suggests that the correct answer is United States Congress.

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  • 8. 
    Phytogeography is often divided into how many branches? - ProProfs

    Phytogeography is often divided into how many branches?

    • Two

    • One

    • Four

    • Three

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    Phytogeography, the study of the distribution of plants, is commonly divided into two branches. These branches are floristic phytogeography, which focuses on the classification and mapping of plant species, and ecological phytogeography, which examines the relationship between plants and their environment. By dividing phytogeography into these two branches, researchers can better understand the patterns and processes that shape plant distributions across different regions.

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  • 9. 
    Phytogeography in wider sense (or geobotany, in German literature) encompasses how many fields? - ProProfs

    Phytogeography in wider sense (or geobotany, in German literature) encompasses how many fields?

    • One

    • Two

    • Four

    • Three

    Correct Answer
    A. Four
    Explanation
    Phytogeography in a wider sense, also known as geobotany, encompasses four fields. These fields include floristics, vegetation science, plant ecology, and plant geography. Floristics involves the study of plant species and their distribution, while vegetation science focuses on the study of plant communities and their characteristics. Plant ecology examines the interactions between plants and their environment, while plant geography involves the study of the spatial distribution of plants across different regions. These four fields collectively contribute to a comprehensive understanding of phytogeography.

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    Who among these people is the co-discoverer of the principle of natural selection? - ProProfs

    Who among these people is the co-discoverer of the principle of natural selection?

    • James McCaffrey

    • Alexander von Humboldt

    • Alfred Russel Wallace

    • Benjamin Franklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Alfred Russel Wallace
    Explanation
    Alfred Russel Wallace is the co-discoverer of the principle of natural selection. He independently developed the theory of evolution through natural selection around the same time as Charles Darwin. Wallace's work and research in the Malay Archipelago led him to formulate the concept of natural selection, which he communicated to Darwin. This prompted Darwin to finally publish his own ideas on evolution. Wallace's contributions to the theory of natural selection are widely recognized and he is considered one of the most important figures in the field of evolutionary biology.

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