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Biology Questions SS1 and SS2

The document outlines various biological concepts including ecosystems, plant and animal tissues, ecological interactions, agricultural practices, microorganisms, transport systems, nutrient cycling, reproduction, pollination, homeostasis, and ecological management. It includes definitions, roles, functions, and diagrams for labeling, emphasizing the importance of these topics in understanding biology and its applications. Additionally, it discusses methods of pest control, waste disposal, and conservation strategies.

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Biology Questions SS1 and SS2

The document outlines various biological concepts including ecosystems, plant and animal tissues, ecological interactions, agricultural practices, microorganisms, transport systems, nutrient cycling, reproduction, pollination, homeostasis, and ecological management. It includes definitions, roles, functions, and diagrams for labeling, emphasizing the importance of these topics in understanding biology and its applications. Additionally, it discusses methods of pest control, waste disposal, and conservation strategies.

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1a. Define an ecosystem and name two major types of ecosystems.

b. Describe the roles of producers, consumers, and decomposers in an ecosystem.


c. Explain how energy flows in an ecosystem using a food chain.
d. Differentiate between a food chain and a food web.
e. Below is a food web.
Label the following on the diagram: Producer, Primary Consumer, Secondary Consumer,
Decomposer.

2a. Define tissues in plants and animals with examples.


b. State four types of animal tissues and their functions.
c. Describe the structure and functions of xylem and phloem in plants.
d. What are skeletal systems? State two functions of each of the axial and appendicular skeletons.
e. Study the diagram of the human skeleton below and label it correctly.
3a. Define the following: habitat, population, community, and niche.
b. Explain the importance of ecological studies.
c. List and describe three methods of measuring population in ecology.
d. Mention five abiotic factors in an environment and explain how they affect living organisms.
e. State three differences between biotic and abiotic components of the environment.
f. Observe the ecological pyramid below. Label and explain the levels: Secondary Consumer,
Producer, Primary Consumer.

4a. Explain four ways biology contributes to agriculture.


b. What is selective breeding? How is it useful in crop and animal production?
c. Discuss how knowledge of biology helps in pest and disease control in farms.
d. List and explain three modern agricultural techniques that involve biology.
e. How does biology contribute to soil conservation?

5a. Define microorganisms and mention five examples.


b. State two beneficial and two harmful effects of microorganisms.
c. With examples, explain the role of microorganisms in food production.
d. Describe how microorganisms can cause disease in humans
e. List and explain two methods of controlling harmful microorganisms at home.
f. Study the diagram of a bacterium below and Label it correctly

SSS2 QUESTIONS
1a. What is a transport system in living organisms? Why is it necessary?
b. Describe the transport system in flowering plants.
c. Explain how the heart functions in the human circulatory system.
d. State two differences between the xylem and phloem.
e. Study the diagram of the human heart below and label it correctly.

2a. Define nutrient cycling and state three reasons it is important in nature.
b. Describe the carbon cycle with a simple diagram.
c. List the main stages in the nitrogen cycle.
d. How do decomposers contribute to nutrient cycling?
e. Observe the nitrogen cycle diagram and label it.
3a. What are crop pests? Mention four examples.
b. List three methods of controlling crop pests and explain one.
c. State three common diseases of crops and their causative organisms.
d. Differentiate between a pest and a disease.
e. Study the diagram below, identify the diagram, and label it correctly.

4a. Draw and label the male and female reproductive systems in humans.
b. State three differences between sexual and asexual reproduction.
c. Describe fertilization in vertebrates.
d. Mention two hormones involved in human reproduction and state their functions.
e. Label the following parts of the female reproductive system:

5a. Define pollination and state its types.


b. Mention four differences between self-pollination and cross-pollination.
c. Describe the agents of pollination and give examples.
d. What happens after pollination in flowering plants?
e. Study the diagram of a flower below and label it correctly.

6a. Define homeostasis and give three examples in humans.


b. Explain the role of the skin in temperature regulation.
c. Describe the functions of the liver in regulating the internal environment.
d. State the importance of the kidney in homeostasis.
e. Study the diagram of a nephron and label it.
7a. Define ecological management and explain its importance.
b. List and explain three methods of waste disposal.
c. What is conservation? State four methods used in conserving natural resources.
d. Describe how afforestation and reforestation help the environment.
e. Study the diagram of a waste management system and label each of the system.

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