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Mathematician

Mathematician

Mathematician

JOB DESCRIPTION: Mathematicians either aim to understand the world using logic and abstract concepts (known as ‘pure’ mathematics) or to solve practical problems by analysing data with statistics and formulas (known as ‘applied’ mathematics). They often work closely with other experts, such as scientists or engineers, to solve problems.

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Biologist

Biologist

Biologist

JOB DESCRIPTION Biologists study living things like animals and plants, which they call organisms. They consider how different organisms have adapted to their environment so that they can survive and successfully reproduce. Biologists specialise in different areas including zoology (the study of animals), botany (the study of plants), human biology and marine biology.

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Flower Chemistry

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