CBSE Class 8 Answered

Hi Gotya,

• Biology is the scientific study of life as it encompasses the investigation of living organisms and life processes from individual organisms to populations and whole communities of animals and plants.
• The study of biology has enabled us to appreciate nature. We begin to wonder about the wide variety of plants and animals that exist on the Earth.
• It helps us to understand the cause of many diseases. The understanding of disease-causing microorganisms has led to the development of new drugs, both natural and synthetic drugs that can kill these organisms.
• Biology has helped us to understand the importance of conserving our natural resources. It has helped us to develop new varieties of plants as well as new breeds of cattle, poultry etc.
• The study of biology has helped us to solve problems of sanitation, water supply, public health etc.

The life on Earth revolves around the study of Biology. It is indispensable for the existence of all life forms.