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Zool 413: Entomology I Question Paper

Zool 413: Entomology I 

Course:Bachelor Of Education Science

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2010



INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer ALL questions in SECTION A and ANY TWO from SECTION B

SECTION A: (40 MARKS)

Q1. Write short notes on the following hexapod subclasses. Give examples in each case
a) Apterygota (3marks)
b) Exopterygota (3marks)
c) Endoptygota (3marks)

Q2. Describe the factors that have led to the success of insects (8marks)

Q3. a) Describe the general morphology of hexapod hind leg (4marks)
b) Explain how the hind legs are adapted to various functions (4marks)

Q4. Explain the factors that are used to identify colonies of the following social insects
a) Termites (3marks)
b) Wasps (3marks)
c) Honey bees (3marks)

Q5. State the advantages of using Biological controls over pesticide control in insect
pest management (6 marks)


SECTION B: (30 MARKS)

Q6. Discuss the concept of Co-evolution as an aspect of insect ecology (15Marks)
Q7. Discuss the adaptations of hexapod mouthparts to various modes of feeding.
(15marks)
Q8. Discuss factors that lead to pest outbreaks (15marks)




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