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Nare 210: Principles Of Forestry  Question Paper

Nare 210: Principles Of Forestry  

Course:Bachelor Of Science

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013





CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
SECOND YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (WIEM)
NARE 210: PRINCIPLES OF FORESTRY
STREAMS: BSC. WIEM Y2S1 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: MONDAY 22/4/2013 11.30 AM – 1.30 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:

SECTION A: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

1. What is forestry [2 Marks]

2. Explain the following terms applied in forestry;

(a) Forest ecosystem [2 Marks]

(b) Ecological thinning [2 Marks]

(c) Green house effect [2 Marks]

(d) Genetic improvement [2 Marks]

(e) Principle of multiple use [2 Marks]

3. Explain the importance of forestry. [6 Marks]

4. Explain the aspects of quality forestry. [2 Marks]

5. What are the objectives of forestry development in Kenya. [5 Marks]

6. Explain how deforestation affects the hydrological cycle. [5 Marks]

SECTION B: ANSWER QUESTION 7 AND EITHER 8 OR 9

7. Forestry is major pillar for a country economy. Explain the challenges facing forestry
sector. [20 Marks]

8. Discuss the participatory management as a forestry conservation strategy. [20 Marks]

9. (a) Seedling production is essential in forestry establishment. What are the
characteristics of nursery potting soil. [5 Marks]

(b) Explain the silvicultural methods applied in forestry establishment and
management. [15 Marks]


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