The cells would absorb water due to osmosis, swell and become turgid.The cell sap move conc. than surrounding water gate into the cell by osmosis; the cell swells/becomes turgid; but does not burst due to the cell wall.
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What is the biological importance of the larval stage during metamorphosis?
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What is the biological importance of the larval stage during metamorphosis?
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September 25, 2017
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State the main characteristics of the five kingdoms of organisms?
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State the main characteristics of the five kingdoms of organisms?
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September 25, 2017
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State briefly the general principles of classification of living organisms?
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State briefly the general principle of classification of living organisms?
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September 25, 2017
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Describe the significance of metamerism evident in phylum annelida?
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September 24, 2017
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Define the following terms: (a)biosphere. (b)habitat (c)ecological niche
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Define the following terms: (a)biosphere. (b)habitat (c)ecological niche
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September 24, 2017
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Explain the developmental stage of infancy and how the following factors affects them: biological,social,cultural,emotional and state the educational implications on each
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Explain the developmental stage of infancy and how the following factors affects them: biological,social,cultural,emotional and state the educational implications on each
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September 23, 2017
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Name the type of muscle found in the stomach
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Name the type of muscle found in the stomach
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September 22, 2017
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(a) State two ways in which some fungi are harmful to man (b) Explain what would happen to red blood cells if they are placed in...
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(a) State two ways in which some fungi are harmful to man
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September 21, 2017
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Define cellular respiration.
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Give a clear overview.
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September 21, 2017
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Describe the role of the following organs in excretion and homeostasis.the liver, the skin during hot environmental conditions.
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Describe the role of the following organs in excretion and homeostasis: the liver, the skin during hot environmental conditions.
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September 20, 2017
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Describe the process of blood clotting in human beings
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Describe the process of blood clotting in human beings.
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September 20, 2017
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Using a microscope, a student counted 55 cells across a field of view whose diameter was 6000µm. Calculate the average length of the cells....
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Using a microscope, a student counted 55 cells across a field of view whose diameter was 6000µm. Calculate the average length of the cells
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September 20, 2017
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(a) State two roles of mucus in the stomach. (b) Explain how age determines a person's energy requirements.
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(a) State two roles of mucus in the stomach.
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September 20, 2017
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How does excretion take place in plants?Describe the role of the human skin in homeostasis.
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How does excretion take place in plants?Describe the role of the human skin in homeostasis.
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September 20, 2017
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(i)How is sex determined in man? (ii) Differentiate between sickle cell anemia and sickle cell trait. (iii) Explain why people with sickle cell trait have an adaptive survival advantage...
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(i)How is sex determined in man?
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(iii) Explain why people with sickle cell trait have an adaptive survival advantage...
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September 20, 2017
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(a) Describe the mechanism of gaseous exchange in plants through the lenticels. (b) Explain each of the following:the tracheoles lack spiral bands of chitin;the floor of the mouth...
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(a) Describe the mechanism of gaseous exchange in plants through the lenticels. (b) Explain each of the following:the tracheoles lack spiral bands of chitin;the floor of the mouth...
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September 20, 2017
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(a) State four characteristics of fruits dispersed by animals. (b) State two roles of each of the following hormones in menstruation:l (i) luteinising hormone (ii) oestrogen.
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(a) State four characteristics of fruits dispersed by animals. (b) State two roles of each of the following hormones in menstruation: (i) luteinising hormone (ii) oestrogen.
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September 20, 2017
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Why is a burning charcoal stove in a poorly ventilated room likely to cause death of the inhabitants?
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Why is a burning charcoal stove in a poorly ventilated room likely to cause death of the inhabitants?
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September 20, 2017
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Name three types of transpiration
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Name three types of transpiration
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September 19, 2017
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a)What is meant by seed dormancy? (b)state three causes of seed dormancy?
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a)What is meant by seed dormancy? (b)state three causes of seed dormancy?
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September 19, 2017
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