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Zool 110: Basic Zoology I Question Paper

Zool 110: Basic Zoology I

Course:Basic Zoology I

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KABARAK UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2009/2010 ACADEMIC YEAR
FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
SCIENCE
COURSE CODE: ZOOL 110
COURSE TITLE: BASIC ZOOLOGY I
STREAM: SESSION I
DAY: SATURDAY
TIME: 2.00 – 4.00 P.M.
DATE: 28/11/2009

INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer ALL questions in SECTION A and ANY TWO from SECTION B

SECTION A (40MARKS)

Q1. a) Explain the meaning of Binomial Nomenclature (2marks)
b) Give the advantages of using binomial nomenclature in classification (3marks)
c) Outline the rules followed when writing scientific names (3marks)

Q2. a) Compare the structure of polyp and medusa (4marks)
b) Describe four functions of stinging cells (4marks)

Q3. a) State at least two features of mammals (2marks)
b) Identify three groups of these mammals and state their characteristic features (6marks)

Q4. Explain movement in the following organisms: (8marks)
a) Amoeba
b) Earthworm
c) Leech
d) Paramecium

Q5. Describe the general characteristics of the phylum Echinodermata (8marks)

SECTION B (30MARKS)

Q6. Describe the adaptations of a tape worm to parasitism (15 Marks)

Q7. Describe the main features of phylum arthropoda and explain factors that contribute to
the success of insects. (15 marks)

Q8. Discuss the characteristics of various groups of fishes. (15 Marks)

Zool 110: Basic Zoology I Question Paper

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