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c) Metals vs Non-Metals:
- (i) Differentiation by appearance:
- Metals have a shiny, lustrous appearance.
- Non-metals generally have a dull, non-reflective appearance (except iodine and graphite).
- (ii) Two uses of semi-metals (metalloids):
- Used as semiconductors in manufacturing electronic microchips, transistors, and solar cells (e.g., Silicon).
- Used in making specialized alloys to improve thermal and chemical resistance.
d) Crop Selection:
- (i) Definition of crop variety: A crop variety is a specific group of cultivated plants within a single species that selected traits distinguish clearly from other varieties, which remain stable when propagated.
- (ii) Three factors to consider when selecting a suitable crop variety for cultivation:
- Climatic and ecological conditions of the area (rainfall, temperature).
- Resistance of the variety to local pests and diseases.
- Maturity period and potential yield of the variety.
Question 3
b) Comparison between organic and inorganic compounds:
- (i) Melting point:
- Organic Compounds: Generally low melting points.
- Inorganic Compounds: Generally high melting points.
- (ii) Boiling point:
- Organic Compounds: Generally low boiling points.
- Inorganic Compounds: Generally high boiling points.
- (iii) Solubility in water:
- Organic Compounds: Mostly insoluble in water (soluble in organic solvents).
- Inorganic Compounds: Mostly soluble in water (insoluble in organic solvents).
- (iv) Conductivity:
- Organic Compounds: Non-conductors of electricity (do not ionize).
- Inorganic Compounds: Good conductors when molten or in aqueous solution.
- (v) Biodegradability:
- Organic Compounds: Mostly biodegradable.
- Inorganic Compounds: Generally non-biodegradable.
c) Explanation of terms in ruminants:
- (i) Gestation period: The period from successful conception/fertilization to the birth of the offspring (pregnancy duration).
- (ii) Heat period: The period during the estrus cycle when the female ruminant is sexually receptive to the male for mating.
- (iii) Parturition: The physiological act of giving birth or bringing forth young ones at the end of the gestation period.
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