Hndu 126: Introduction To Botany And Zoology Question Paper
Hndu 126: Introduction To Botany And Zoology
Course:Human Nutrition And Dietetics
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER (EVENING) 2012 EXAMINATIONS
SCHOOL : MEDICINE & HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : HUMAN NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
UNIT CODE : HNDU 126
UNIT TITLE : INTRODUCTION TO BOTANY AND ZOOLOGY
TIME : 3 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question one (compulsory) and any other two questions.
Question One
Differentiate the following terminologies:
(6 Marks)
Growth and Development.
In situ conservation and ex – situ conservation.
Macro-evolution and Micro-evolution.
Briefly describe the role of hormones in seed germination.
(6 Marks)
Describe the morphological differences between a stem and a root.
(6 Marks)
Briefly describe the three forms of classification.
(6 Marks)
Briefly discuss the main division of gymnosperms.
(6 Marks)
Question Two
Discuss the various types of inflorescences found in angiosperms. (15 Marks)
Question Three
"The role of growth of a plant is not always the same during its life span." Discuss this statement. (15 Marks)
Question Four
Describe the cell organelles and their functions in a plant cell. (15 Marks)
Question Five
Discuss the role of plant hormones in growth and development. (15 Marks)
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