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The diagram below illustrates a cross-section of a fish pond. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow:- (a) Identify the parts marked A, B, C...

The diagram below illustrates a cross-section of a fish pond. Study it carefully and answer the
questions that follow:-
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(a) Identify the parts marked A, B, C and C
(b) On the diagram the points marked X, Y and Z are possible sites where fish feeding
can be done. Which is the most appropriate point for feeding?
(c) Give two reasons why the floor of the pond should be covered with lime 14days before
filling it with water
(d) Why should part marked B be screened?
(e) State three maintenance practices carried out on the structure

Answers


Kavungya
(a) A .Inlet
B – Spillway/ overflow.
C - Drain pipe/outlet
(b) The most appropriate part for feeding is part X
(c) Two reasons why the floor of the pond should be covered with lime
- Facilitate the work of fertilizer in the pond
- Maintain PH of pond water
(d) Why should part marked B be screened?
- Prevent escape of fish
- Prevent entry f foreign /unwanted organisms
(e) three maintenance practices carried out on the structure
- Removing weeds
- Unblocking inlet and outlets
- Maintaining same water level
- repairing leakages on walls, floor e.t.c
- Draining of water during harvesting
Kavungya answered the question on March 8, 2019 at 06:59

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