The study of soil is called

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the root word "pedo" which relates to soil.

Correct Answer: B) Pedology

Exam Relevance: NEET, JEE, UPSC

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

Geology: The study of the Earth, its structure, and the processes that shape it. While geology includes the study of rocks and minerals, it is broader than pedology and does not focus specifically on soil.

Metrology: The science of measurement, which is unrelated to soil science. Metrology deals with the development of measurement standards and systems.

Arenology: The study of sand, which is a component of soil but not the comprehensive study of soil itself. Arenology focuses on the physical and chemical properties of sand and its formation processes.

Petrology: The study of rocks, which is a branch of geology. Petrology examines the composition, texture, and origin of rocks, but it does not specifically address soil.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Metrology is the study of measurement and is not related to soil. It can be confused with pedology due to the similarity in the study of natural phenomena.
Option B: Pedology is the correct answer as it is the scientific study of soil, including its formation, classification, and distribution. The term "pedo" refers to soil, making this the appropriate choice.
Option C: Arenology is the study of sand, which is a component of soil but not the comprehensive study of soil itself. This can be a plausible but incorrect choice.
Option D: Petrology is the study of rocks, which is related to geology and not specifically to soil. This can be mistaken for the correct answer due to the general association with earth sciences.

Mnemonic: P for Pedology, P for Soil

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