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Anhe 0217: Reproduction And Obstetrics Question Paper

Anhe 0217: Reproduction And Obstetrics

Course:Diploma In Animal Health And Production

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2012

CHUKA UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS

SECOND YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF
DIPLOMA IN ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION

ANHE 0217: REPRODUCTION & OBSTETRICS

STREAMS: DIP. ANHE Y2S2 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: TUESDAY 11/12/2012 11.30 A.M – 1.30 P.M.
INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Question One is compulsory.
2. Answer any other two questions.
3. Use a pencil where necessary.

SECTION A (40 MARKS)

Q1. (a) In general, what are the roles of the hormones of female reproduction?
[8 marks]
(b) Explain the meaning of the following terminologies:

(i) Seasonal polyestrus [2 marks]
(ii) Anestrus [2 marks]
(iii) Induced ovulators [2 marks]
(iv) The male effect [2 marks]
(v) Monotocous species [2 marks]

(c) Using a schematic diagram describe folliculogenesis and oogenesis. [10 marks]

(d) Discuss the major factors that affect estrous cylices in domestic animals.
[12 marks]

SECTION B: (30 MARKS)

Q2. Discuss how ova and spermatozoa are transported to the fertilization site and mention
the factors that facilitate spermatozoa transport. [15 marks]

Q3. Discuss the events during the mating period in animals, duration of intromission and the ejaculation sites. [15 marks]

Q4. Discuss artificial insemination under:- advantages, disadvantages and technique.
[15 marks]

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Anhe 0217: Reproduction And Obstetrics Question Paper

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