Nare 210: Principles Of Forestry Question Paper
Nare 210: Principles Of Forestry
Course:Bachelor Of Science
Institution: Chuka University question papers
Exam Year:2013
CHUKA
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
SECOND YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (WIEM)
NARE 210: PRINCIPLES OF FORESTRY
STREAMS: BSC. WIEM Y2S1 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: MONDAY 22/4/2013 11.30 AM – 1.30 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:
SECTION A: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
1. What is forestry [2 Marks]
2. Explain the following terms applied in forestry;
(a) Forest ecosystem [2 Marks]
(b) Ecological thinning [2 Marks]
(c) Green house effect [2 Marks]
(d) Genetic improvement [2 Marks]
(e) Principle of multiple use [2 Marks]
3. Explain the importance of forestry. [6 Marks]
4. Explain the aspects of quality forestry. [2 Marks]
5. What are the objectives of forestry development in Kenya. [5 Marks]
6. Explain how deforestation affects the hydrological cycle. [5 Marks]
SECTION B: ANSWER QUESTION 7 AND EITHER 8 OR 9
7. Forestry is major pillar for a country economy. Explain the challenges facing forestry
sector. [20 Marks]
8. Discuss the participatory management as a forestry conservation strategy. [20 Marks]
9. (a) Seedling production is essential in forestry establishment. What are the
characteristics of nursery potting soil. [5 Marks]
(b) Explain the silvicultural methods applied in forestry establishment and
management. [15 Marks]
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