Biol 225: Evolutionary Biology Question Paper
Biol 225: Evolutionary Biology
Course:Education
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2012 (SCHOOLBASED) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION
UNIT CODE : BIOL 225
UNIT TITLE : EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
TIME : 2 HOURS
SECTION A
Question One
List the theories used to explain the following: (5 Marks)
The origin of universe.
The origin of life.
Question Two
Distinguish between the following:-
Macro-evolution and micro-evolution.
Convergence versus divergence evolution
Allopatric versus sympatric evolution.
Anagesis versus stasis.
Question three
Discuss Larmeck’s versus Darwins theory of evolution (8 Marks)
Question Four
List the four trends that characteristics evolution. (4 Marks)
Question Five
Explain the differences between natural selection and survival for the fittest by showing the arguments that support one and dispute the other as the driver of evolution. (5 Marks)
SECTION B
Question One
Outline and discuss the evidences for evolution. (20 Marks)
Question Two
Evolution is characterized by emergence of new species. Discuss the mechanisms by which new species form. (20 Marks)
Question Three
Discuss the Hardy Weinbergs principle of equilibrium (P2 + 2Pq + q2 = 1). Showing the conductions for it to be true, why it is not maintained and what the equation implies. (20 Marks)
Question Four
Discuss adaptation as traits to natural selection. (20 Marks)
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