Zool 110: Basic Zoology I 2008/2009 Academic Year Question Paper
Zool 110: Basic Zoology I 2008/2009 Academic Year
Course:Basic Zoology I
Institution: Kabarak University question papers
Exam Year:2009
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Section A (40 MARKS)
2. Answer ALL questions.
SECTION A (40 MKS)
1. Define binomial nomenclature, citing appropriate example (3 mks)
2. State and explain briefly using examples the levels of organization in animals. (4 mks)
3. Explain briefly the distinguishing features of phylum porifera. (4 mks)
4. Define the following terms (3 mks)
(a) Cladistics
(b) Prokaryotes
(c) Metamerism
5. Explain briefly four adaptations of arthropods to their modes of life. (4 mks)
6. Explain briefly the types of body symmetry found in animals (6 mks)
7. Distinguish between cestode, (tapeworms) and trematode (flukes) platyhelminthes.
(4 mks)
8. Enumerate the characteristic features of class aves. (4 mks)
9. Explain why bats are regarded as mammals and not birds. (4 mks)
10. Describe any four orders of class insecta stating their economic importance.(4 mks)
SECTION B
Answer any two questions in this section.
11. Describe the criteria of classification of mollusca into various groups. (15 mks)
12. Describe the distinguishing features of the kingdoms of life. (15 mks)
13. Discuss the adaptation of the chordate plan as exemplified by modern day vertebrates.
(15 mks)
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