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Biology is the branch of science to study about living beings.
It is important to study biology for many reasons. some the main importance s of studying biology is described below.
1. Understanding about biological diversity
Biology makes us understand that we are only a small part of this living planet.
Thereare around 30 million species of animals and plants in the world. The relationship between living and non living world is a dynamic one.
2. Understanding about the human body and its functions
study of biology helps us to understand the structure and function of the human body thereby helps us to fight against ailments, cure the diseases and improve the quality of life.
3. Managing natural resources and environment:
biology deals with the studies on management and conservation of nature and its resources. It warns us about the possible environmental hazards such as ozone depletion, deforestation etc.
4. Sustainable food production:
Since all our food comes from plants and animals, we must find ways to improve the food production by developing agronomy, microbiology, food production etc. It is said that the current human population of 6 billion and it is expected to double in less than 40 years. Therefore sustainable food production is necessary.
