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Anhe 032:Reproductive Physiology And Obstetrical Question Paper

Anhe 032:Reproductive Physiology And Obstetrical

Course:Agriculture

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013

KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES

END OF SECOND TRIMESTER 2013 (DAY) EXAMINATION
COURSE CODE : ANHE 032
COURSE TITLE : REPRODUCTION PHYSIOLOGY AND OBSTETRICAL
DISORDERS

TIME:2HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS: ''''''Answer Question ONE (Compulsory) in Section A and any Other TWO Questions in Section B

SECTION A

Question One
a) What is the primary organ of the reproductive system in male animals and what are its functions? (3marks)
b) What is the primary organ of the reproductive system in female animals and what are its functions? (3marks)
c) What are cryptochids in males, why should they not be used for breeding purposes? (3marks)
d) Give the name of the male hormone and its functions. (6marks)
e) What is the name of the hormone produced by a female animal when its not incalf. Give its functions. (5marks)
f) What is heat synchronization? What is its importance? (6marks)
g) Give THREE secondary sex organs in females and five secondary sex organs in male animals. (4marks)

SECTION B

Question Two
a) Explain how the following factors affect puberty age in cattle
i) Genetic factors. (2marks)
ii) Environmental factors. (4marks)
b) Write short notes on the following: (10marks)
i) Calving
ii) Fertilization
iii) Implantation
iv) Dystocia
v) Gestation period
c) What is parturition and what are the three stages of parturition?

(4marks)

Question Three
a) Discuss four activities necessary after the calf is born. (8marks)
b) Explain FOUR signs of parturition in cattle. (8marks)
c) What is the normal birth position of a calf? (2marks)
d) Define placenta. (2marks)

Question Four
a) What are the repeat breeders? Explain any four causes of repeat breeding. (10marks)
b) Give FOUR infectious causes of infertility in cows. (4marks)
c) Explain which advice you would give a farmer to reduce dystocia.
(6marks)

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