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Nare 101: Introduction To Natural Resources Question Paper

Nare 101: Introduction To Natural Resources

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Ecotourism Management

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2012

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CHUKA UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
FIRST YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ECOTOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT AND BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN WILDLIFE
ENTRERPRISE AND MANAGEMENT.
NARE 101: INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL RESOURCES
STREAM: B.SC (ECOTOURISM) & TIME: 2 HOURS
B.SC (WIEM) Y1S1
DAY/DATE: WEDNESDAY 8/12/2010 2.30 P.M. – 4.30 P.M.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN SECTION A AND ANY TWO IN SECTION B.
2. EACH QUESTION IN SECTION A CARRIES 5 MARKS; EACH QUESTION IN
SECTION B CARRIES 20 MARKS.
3. EXAMINATION CHEATING IS PROHIBITED.
SECTION A: (30 MARKS)
1. List five factors that influence the soil forming process. [5 marks]
2. Explain how mangroves are adapted to the harsh environment in which they exist.
[5 marks]
3. Define the following terms giving examples in each:
(a) Biosphere reserve [2 marks]
(b) Ramsar site [1.5 marks]
(c) World heritage site [1.5 marks]
4. State five forms of human-induced environmental degradation. [5 marks]
5. Describe the soil profile using a well labelled diagram. [5 marks]
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6. List five characteristics of minerals. [5 marks]
SECTION B: (20 MARKS)
7. (a) Describe three categories of plants in rangelands according to their
response to grazing pressure. [6 marks]
(b) Discuss the major uses of rangelands. [10 marks]
(c) List four threats facing rangelands. [4 marks]
8. (a) Discuss the ecological significance of wild plants and animals.
[10 marks]
(b) Discuss the major causes of species extinction and endangerment in the
world today. [10 marks]
9. Variations in climate, vegetation among other factors results in a variety of soil
types that differ in color, depth, acidity and porosity.
(a) Discuss five major soil types that occur in the world. [10 marks]
(b) Describe the various conservation measures employed in conserving soils.
[10 marks]
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