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Physical Geography I Question Paper

Physical Geography I

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Geography

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ARTS
AGE 102: PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY 1

DATE: Wednesday 3rd December, 2008

TIME: 2.00 p.m. ? 4.00 p.m.

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question ONE (COMPULSORY) and any other TWO questions.

Q1.
(a)
Distinguish between SIAL and SIMA. [6 marks]
(b)
Give four proofs that the earth is a spheroid. [8 marks]
(c)
State the meaning of the following concepts:
(i)
Folding
[2 marks]
(ii)
Faulting
[2 marks]
(iii)
Orogenesis
[2 marks]
(iv)
Climate
[2 marks]
(d)
Differentiate between Exogenous and Endogenous process. [4 marks]
(e)
Distinguish between weathering and mass wasting. [4 marks]
Q2.
By aid of a neat diagram, explain the internal structure of the earth. [20 marks]
Q3.
(a)
Explain the continental drift theory and give evidence in its support. [10 marks]
(b)
What is plate tectonics theory? [4 marks]
(c)
Explain three types of plate boundaries. [6 marks]
Q4.
(a)
Explain how the three main types of rocks are formed. [12 marks]
(b)
Describe the main theory of Rift Valley formation. [8 marks]
Q5.
(a)
Explain any five features resulting from the work of running water. [10 marks]
(b)
By aid of a diagram, explain four main layers of the atmosphere. [10 marks]