Definition

The branch of biology that focuses on the study of mosses and other non-vascular plants known as bryophytes.

Example

She decided to specialize in bryology because of her love for mosses and their ecosystems.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of bryology?

Yeah, it's the study of mosses and other non-vascular plants, right?

Exactly! I've been thinking about taking a class on bryology this semester.

That sounds interesting! I never knew there was so much to learn about moss.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bryology → It is formed from "bryon" (from Greek "bryon", meaning moss) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study of). The word "bryology" refers to the study of mosses and related plants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bryon' which means moss, and '-logy' which means study. This helps you remember that bryology is the study of mosses.

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