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Sze 203: Animal Ecology Question Paper

Sze 203: Animal Ecology

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Microbiology And Biotechnology

Institution: University Of Nairobi question papers

Exam Year:2006

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS 2012/2013
SECOND YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
SZE 203: ANIMAL ECOLOGY
DATE: JUNE 19, 2006 TIME: 2.00 PM – 4.00 PM
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer ANY 10 questions. Each is 10 marks. Illustrate your answers with well- labeled diagrams where appropriate.
1. What ecological conditions force the caribou to migrate and how do they manage the challenges they encounter on their annual migration routes
2. Mention and define 7 key terms used in population studies.
3. Briefly discuss the following three recognized species diversity patterns:
a. Species diversity on islands
b. Latitudinal trends in species diversity
c. Diversity in ecotones.
4. Compare and contrast the logistic and exponential theories of population growth.
5. Compare and contrast the equilibrium and non-equilibrium theories of island biogeography.
6. Discuss the dispersal hypothesis as used to explain the regulation of populations in nature.
7. Briefly discuss climatic stability hypothesis in explaining existence of high diverse systems.
8. Briefly discuss the distinctive characteristics of the African savanna and the temperate deciduous forest biomes.
9. Briefly discuss the suitability and constraints of aerial and foot count methods as used in animal census.
10. What adaptations make the dolphin to live, feed and reproduce in water?
11. Discuss why the termite nest is considered to be a castle.
12. How were the dinosaurs adapted to their way of life?
13. Discuss the behavior of the crocodile.
14. Discuss why the whales are considered mysterious animals.
15. Discuss the role of the animal ecologist in national parks.

Sze 203: Animal Ecology Question Paper

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