(a)(i) State one use of specimen C in animal production. (ii) Name one nutrient which could be supplied by specimen C in livestock feed.
(b) Mention two products each which could be obtained from each of specimens D, E and F.
(c)(i) List three ways of preventing the growth of specimen E animal production. (ii) List four benefits of preventing the growth of specimen E in cattle.
Explanation
(a)(i) Uses of specimen C (palm oil) in animal production: -Treating bloat in livestock. -Used as stuff ingredient/increase energy value of feed. -To lubricate moving parts of tools/farm implements. -A binder in feedstuff/reduce dustiness of feed/it is used in forming pellet. -To improve taste of feed/impr acceptability of feed. -Supply essential fatty acids to animals. -Antidote to poisoning. (ii) Nutrients supp by specimen C (palm oil): -Vitamins. -Minerals. -Fats and oils.
(b) Products produced from specimens: (i) Specimen D (Hoof): -Adhesive/glue. -Fertilizer. -Butto -Gelatin. -Hoof meal. -Plate/bowl. (ii) Specimen E (Horn): -Musical instrument. Glue/adhesive/gum -Fertilizer. -Button. -Gelatin. -Horn meal. -Plate/bowl. -Jewellery/bangles. -Ornaments/decorations. Col -Knife handle. (iii) Specimen F (Feather): -Pillow/mattresses/upholstery stuffing. -Writing materi -Ceremonial cap, -Ornaments/decorations. -Feather meal. -Feather fan. -Fashion accessories e.g. clothi mask. -Duster.
(c)(i) Ways of preventing the growth of Specimen E (Horn): -Use of dehorning saw -Use of caustic soda/chemical. -Use of elastrator rubber. -Use of hot iron. -Breeding method. -Use of dehorning knife. -Use of electric dehorner. (ii) Benefits of preventing the growth of Specimen E (Horn in cattle: -To reduce space required by animals for feeding. -To allow easy handling of the animal. -Reduces injury to farmers. -Reduces injury to other animals/themselves. -Eases transportation of animals -It reduces the risk of being trapped in bushes or fences. -Minimizes damage to farm structures.