As amphibians have been called the environment's "canaries in a coal mine," a researcher has decided to go around to different ponds in his town and evaluate the effects of a specific pesticide on frog survival. This scientist would MOST likely refer to himself as a:

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A physiologist would be most interested in studying how the pesticide affects the survival of the frogs, as this relates to their physiological processes and responses to environmental stressors. Molecular biologists and geneticists focus on the study of DNA and genetic information, while radiologists specialize in medical imaging using radiation. None of those fields would be the best fit for this type of research.

As Amphibians Have Been Called the Environment's "Canaries in a Coal