Biology Form One Topic:Classification I Question Paper
Biology Form One Topic:Classification I
Course:Secondary Level
Institution: Kcse question papers
Exam Year:2010
CLASSIFICATION I
INTRODUCTION
1.
a) What is meant by the term binomial nomenclature? (1mk)
b) Give two reasons why classification is important (2mks)
2. Explain the following terms; (3mks)
a) Classification
b) Taxonomy
c) Binomial nomenclature
3.
a) State three characteristics of Monera that are not found in other kingdoms
(3mks)
b) Name the class to which a termite belongs (1mk)
4. Ascaris lumbricoides is an example of an endoparasite. The name Ascaris refer to
5. Blackjack (Bidens pilosa) belongs to the family compositae. What does pilosa stand for? (1mk)
6. Define the term species. (1mk)
7. Distinguish between Taxonomy and taxon. (1mk)
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