Agricultural Science

Which of the following statements is true of a pig which has only one testis?

A. it will be sterile B. it can still produce viable sperm C. all the spermatozoa will be dead D.…

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In commercial egg production, the most effective management system is?

A. deep litter B. free-range C. battery D. fold Correct Answer: Option C C. battery

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Cows should not be allowed to eat plenty of young fresh pastures because they will?

A. develop anthrax B. develop bloat C. refuse to eat concentrate D. become infested with worms Correct Answer: Option B…

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Which of the following is not an abiotic condition that affects livestock production?

A. sunlight B. rainfall C. temperature D. predators Correct Answer: Option D D. predators

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The signs of heat in animals include the following except?

A. red and swollen vulva B. restlessness and nervousness C. attempting to mount other animals D. increased appetite Correct Answer:…

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Which of the following hormones is responsible for the relaxation of the pelvic ligaments and cervix during parturition?

A. testosterone B. progesterone C. oxytocin D. relaxin Correct Answer: Option C C. oxytocin

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The digestion of plant fibre is non-ruminant herbivores takes place in the?

A. mouth and rectum B. caecum and colon C. oesophagus and duodenum D. stomach and rectum Correct Answer: Option B…

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Embryonic membranes do not include?

A. uterus B. chorion C. allantois D. amnion Correct Answer: Option A A. uterus

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Hereditary characteristics are passed from parents to offspring through the?

A. cytoplasm B. placenta C. gene D. umbilical cord Correct Answer: Option C C. gene

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Edible seeds with sticky covering and hooks are most likely to be dispersed by?

A. wind B. water C. animal D. explosion Correct Answer: Option C C. animal

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