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2015 WAEC Agricultural Science Practical Study specimens A (BONE), B (HORN), C (HOOF), D (WATER) and E (COWPEA) carefully and...

Agricultural Science
WAEC 2015

Study specimens A (BONE), B (HORN), C (HOOF), D (WATER) and E (COWPEA) carefully and answer the following questions

(a)(i) State one major feed nutrient in each of specimens A and E

(ii) Mention three economic uses each of Specirnens A, B, and C

(b)(i) State two functions of specimen D in farm animals

(ii) Highlight two benefits that a farmer would derive if specimen E if included in a crop rotation program.

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Explanation

(i) one major feed nutrient in each of specimens A and E

  • A: Mineral
  • E: Protein 

(ii) A: Bone is processed as bone meal for livestock feed.

  • it is rich in calcium.
  • It can be used in the making of shoes.
  • Vaccines and hormones are Synthesized from bone.

B:- Horns are used

  • for decorations
  • Horns can be used to make fertilizer because they are rich calcium and phosphorus
  • It can be used tor Livestock feed,
  • The animal also use it for fighting

C: Hoof:

  • it is used for gum and glue making.
  • Source of Income,
  • for employment,
  • use for room decoration 
  • Making of buttons,

(b) (i).WATER ;

  • Water is for metabolic and digestion of food
  • it is used for dipping/drenching animals against ectoparasite and Washing of anirnals,
  • Cleaning of floors pens or for sanitation purposes.,
  • water is used for milk and meat processing water is part of the body
  • it is used for the maintenance of body temperature
  • water is used for irrigation of pasture
  • Water is a constituent of milk, egg, and meat.

(ii) two benefits that a farmer would derive if specimen E if included in a crop rotation program.

  • Cow pea is a legume it will add nutrients to the soil.
  • It will turn atmospheric nitrogen to be available to plant.
  • it helps to control soil Erosion.
  • It also helps to Conserve soil moisture.

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