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Science And Technology In Development Question Paper

Science And Technology In Development

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Communication And Media Studies

Institution: University Of Nairobi question papers

Exam Year:2005

MODULE II DEGREE PROGRAMME 2004/2005
NOVEMBER 2004 – FEBRUARY 2005
THIRD YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS
CCS 007 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN DEVELOPMENT

INSTRUCTIONS; ANSWER QUESTION ONE (1) AND ANY OTHER THREE FROM THOSE PRESENTED

Question One
a) Science has a tradition of critical thinking about the natural world with the aim of understanding how nature works. In fact, scientists are sometimes referred to as natural philosophers. Nature is widely understood to provide the basis for most scientific ideas. With this in mind, please write brief notes while explaining from a scientific point of view, your understanding of the following natural phenomena:-

i) Tsunami
ii) Photosynthesis

b) Distinguish between the following:-
i) Hypothesis and theory

c) Which of the following statements are supported by deductive reasoning and which by inductive reasoning? Please indicate clearly.
i) The sun will rise tomorrow
ii) The sum of the square of the sides of a right triangle is equal to the square of the hypotenuse
iii) Only male deer have antlers
iv) If A=B and B=C then A=C
v) The net force acting on a body equals its mass times its acceleration

d) Discuss the importance of observation and measurement in the working arrangements used by scientists.
e) Entomology and chemistry are distinct lines of study in science. Carefully define them highlighting the various sections within these study areas and explain how these could useful in general.
f) There is a law in science called causal law or causality. Discuss the assumption implied on it while stating it in essence and its importance in science.

Question Two
Describe the following natural phenomena and explain how engineering technologists have been able to control and harness their potential for the common good of human beings;
a) Geysers
b) Greenhouse effect

Question Three
a) Define genetic engineering
b) List six branches of engineering
c) Describe the process of International Technology Transfer giving an example of one such problem related to mechanical technology.

Question Four
a) Describe the computer (conceptually) giving adequate mention to the key features of the machine as a vital tool for information technology.
b) What is a computer language?
c) List three important high level computer languages currently in use in the world of computers.
d) Using short notes, explain your understanding of the phrases computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacture.

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