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2003 WAEC Agricultural Science Practical (a) State the main nutrient obtainable from each of the Specimen G (BONE), and P...

Agricultural Science
WAEC 2003

(a) State the main nutrient obtainable from each of the Specimen G (BONE), and P ( DRIED ANIMAL BLOOD) and two main nutrients obtainable from Specimen T (FISH)

(b) State three functions for each of the two main nutrients obtainable from specimen T

(c) Name one feed ingredient that can be prepared from each of specimens G, P, and T. 

(d) Give two disadvantages of using the ingredient prepared from specimen P in compounding livestock feed. 
 

 

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Explanation

(a) Main nutrients from specimen

  • G(bone) is Mineral;
  • P (dried animal blood)- protein.
  • T (fish)-protein, oil.

(b) Functions of the major nutrients obtainable from specimen T

(i) Protein. -

  • Protein assists in the growth and bodybuilding,
  • It assists in repairs of damaged tissues as well as replacement of worn out body tissues;
  • it synthesizes the enzymes and hormones as well as other body fluids
  • Proteins help in the formation of animal products such as milk, eggs, wool, skin, fur and leathers.

(ii) Fats and oils; -

  • Fats and oil is used for insulation.
  • They also acts as carriers of fat-soluble Vitamins,
  • Fats provide protective coverage to organs like intestines and kidneys
  • It's a good source of energy and can be very medicinal

(c) Obtainable feed ingredients from Specimen;

  • Bone meal can be obtained from Specimen G;
  • Blood meal can be obtained from Špecimen P:
  • Fish meal can be obtained from Specimen T. 

(d) Disadvantages of using the ingredient from specimen P (blood meal) in compounding livestock feed:

  • The use of blood meal may be a source of disease infection.
  • The blood meal cause a lot of flies,
  • It also has a low palatability.
  • Blood meal can easily be contaminated if not well protected.
  • It has poor storage ability.
  • It is also known for its repugnant odour.

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