The study and tracing of lines of descent or development is called

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The study of sound is called Acoustics.
The science or art of flight is called Aeronautics.
The philosophy of fine arts Aesthetics.
The science of soil management is called Agronomy.

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The art of beautiful handwriting is called Calligraphy.

The art of making objects from clay is called Ceramics.

The study of historical records to establish the dates of past events is called Chronology.

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Exercises developing or displaying physical agility and coordination is called Gymnastics.

The science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it is called Geology.

The study of the microscopic structure of tissues is called Histology.

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The study of finger prints for the purpose of identification is called Dactylography.

The branch of biology concerned with the structure and function of plant and animal cells is called Cytology.

The branch of physics dealing with the production and effects of very low temperatures is called Cryogenics.

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses is called Telepathy.

The study of caves is called Spelelogy.

The branch of science concerned with earthquakes and related phenomena is called Seismology.