Study specimen C(Cattle Hoof) ,D ,E(Rabbit) and F and answer the questions that follow.
(a) Mention two other farm animals from which; (i) specimen A (Chicken Egg) could be obtained (ii) specimen B (Cattle Horn) could be obtained (iii) specimen C could be obtained
(b) State four ways in which specimen A is important.
(c) State one function of each specimen B and C in farm animals
(d) List three products that could be obtained from specimen B.
Explanation
(a)(i) Other Farm Animals from which Specimen A (Chicken Egg) could be obtained; - Guinea fowl, Duck, Quail, Turkey, Goose, Ostrich, Pheasant, Swan, Emu, Pigeon, Partridge.
(ii) Other Farm Animals from which Specimen B (Cattle Horn) could be obtained ; Ram, Goat,/Buck, Buffalo,
(iii) Other Farm Animals from which Specimen C (Cattle Hoof) could be obtained; Sheep, Goat, Donkey, Pig, Horse, Camel, Buffalo.
(b) Importance of Specimen A (Egg); As a food/protein. Source of raw materials/paint/adhesives/scouring powder/pharmaceuticals/vaccines/cosmetics. - Provision of employment. - For reproduction/hatch into chicks. -Source of income. -Research purpose. -Cultural/traditional/religious uses. -Source of feed ingredient for farm animals/source of calcium. -Decorations. -Used for dressing wounds and burns.
(c) Function of Specimen B and C in Farm Animals;
Specimen B (Horn of Cattle);- Thermoregulation. -Defense/attack. -Protection of territory.
Specimen C (Hoof of Cattle);- Protection of feet. -Protection anf offense.
(d) Products that Could be obtained from Specimen B (Horn of Cattle);- Buttons/combs/belt head. -Glue/adhesive/gelatine. -Musical instruments. -Fertilizer. -Cutlery handles. -Decorations/ornamentals. -Cosmetics/hair care products.