KCSE 2024 PREDICTION TRIALS

BIOLOGY PAPER 3
KCSE 2024 TOP PREDICTION TRIALS 1-10
CLASS OF KCSE 2024 NOVEMBER
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KCSE 2024 TOP PREDICTION MASTER TRIAL 1

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

Each candidate should be supplied with the following;

REQUIREMENTS-

- Seeded orange (medium size) labeled T.

- Means of cutting (sharp knife or scalpel)
- 50 ml beaker
- 3 test tubes
- Ruler
- Dropper

Access to:

- DCPIP
- Benedict’s solution
- 10% sodium hydroxide hydroxide solution.
- 1% copper (II) Sulphate solution

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. (a) You are provided with specimen labeled T. With reasons, state the mode of
dispersal of the specimen. (2mks)

b) Using a blade cut a transverse section.

Draw a labeled plan diagram of the cut section. (4mks)

Work out your magnification. (1mk)

(b) State the type of placentation displayed by specimen, . (1mk)

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 (c) Squeeze one-half portion of specimen T to obtain its juice into a clean beaker.
Using the reagents provided and juice extracted from specimen T carry out food test. (6mks))

TEST PROCEDURE OBSERVATION CONCLUSION

2. Below is a photograph of a fish. Examine it and answer the questions that follow.

a) Classify the organism under the following . (3mks)

i. Kingdom –
ii. Phylum –
iii. Class –

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b) The actual length of the pair of scissors next to the fish is 10.6cm. Using this
information, calculate the actual length of the fish. (4mks)

c) The photograph below shows structures visible a fter removing the part labelled P. The
inset is a magnified view of one of the structures.
d (i) Identify the part in the inset. (1mk)

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(i) Name the parts labelled R, S and T. (3mks)

R–

S–

T–

(ii) Explain how each of the parts named in b) (i) above is adapted to its function. (3mks)

R—

S-

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3. Study the photographs below and answer the questions that follow.

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(a) Name the relationship: -
(i) Between A and C in Photograph W. (1mk)

(ii) In photograph M. (1mk)

(b) Explain your answer in a(ii) above (2mk)

(c) What is the importance of the relationship taking place between A and C in the photograph W.
(1mk)

(d) Using observable features only, explain two ways in which the flower is adapted to the activity
taking place in photograph M. (2mks)

(e) (i) Give the biological term used to refer to the phenomenon captured in photograph W between
organisms A and B towards C. (1mk)

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 (ii) State two implications of the phenomenon mentioned in e(i) above. (2mks)

(f)(i) State the class to which the flower in photograph M is obtained. (1mk)

(ii) Give a reason for your answer. (1mk)

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KCSE 2024 TOP PREDICTION MASTER TRIAL 2

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

Each candidate shall require the following

i) 10ml hydrogen peroxide solution
ii) Specimen K (Irish potato)
iii) Mortar and a pestle
iv) Four test tubes
v) Distilled water in a wash bottle
vi) A scalpel
vii) Means of heating (source of heat)
viii) Test tube holder

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. Study the organisms below

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a) Complete and use the key below to identify the organisms (2mks)
1.a) Organism with endoskeleton …………………………………………………………...go to 2
1. b) ______________________________________...........................................................................go to 4
2. a) Has scales on the body ………………………………………………………………..…..go to 4
2 b) Has no scales on the body …………………………………………………………….…mammalian
3a) Has cephalothorax …………………………………………………………………………...Arachnida
3b) Has no cephalothorax …………………………………………………………….………..go to 5
4a) _________________________________.......................................................................................Pisces
4b) Has no fins …………………………………………………………………………………………go to 7
5a) Has three pairs of legs ………………………………………………………………………..Insect
5b) Has more than three pairs of legs ……………………………………………………….go to 6
6a) Two pairs of legs per segment …………………………………………………………..Diplopoda
6b) One pair of legs per segment …………………………………………………………….Chilopoda
7a) Has feathers ………………………………………………………………………………………… Aves
7b) Has no feathers …………………………………………………………………………………go to 8
8a) Has a tail ……………………………………………………………………………………………Reptilia
8b) Has no tail …………………………………………………………………………………………Amphibia
b) Identify the organisms above using the completed key above (6mks)
Specimen Steps followed Identity
A ______________________________ _______________________________
B ______________________________ ______________________________
C _______________________________ ______________________________
D _______________________________ ______________________________
E _______________________________ _______________________________
F _______________________________ _______________________________
c) Name the phylum in which specimens C, E and F belong to. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………….....................................................
d) Give three reasons for your answer in (c) above (3mks)

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e) Name one feature that is common in organisms B, E and D (1mk)
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2. You are provided with the following;
i) Hydrogen peroxide
ii) Specimen K
iii) Pestle and mortar
iv) 4 test tubes
v) A scalpel
vi) Source of heat
vii) Test tube holder
Using a scalpel, obtain three peeled cubed from specimen K measuring about 1cm x 1cm x
1cm. For the first cube, you are required to boil it in water for five minutes. For the second
cube, you are required to crush it into a paste. For the last cube, you are required to use it
as it is.

Label three test tubes A, B and C and put 2ml of hydrogen peroxide in each test tube. To test
tube A, add the boiled cube and record your observation.
To test tube B. add the crushed paste and record your observation.
To test tube C, add the unboiled cube remaining and record your observation.
a) Complete the table below (3mks)
Test tube Observation
A

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b) Explain your observation in test tube A (1mk)
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c) Between test tubes B and C, in which test tube was the volume of foam produced the
highest? Explain (3mks)
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d) Apart from temperature, state two other factors that affect the rate of enzyme
controlled reactions (2mks)
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3. The photographs below shows specimen of different types of fruits. Examine them and
answer the questions that follow.

a) State four differences between specimen P and R (4mks)

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b) State the types of gynoecium and placentation of specimen P, S and V (4mks)
i) Specimen P Gynoecium …………………………………………..
Placentation ………………………………………….
ii) Specimen S Gynoecium …………………………………………….
Placentation……………………………………………
iii) Specimen V Gynoecium ……………………………………………..
Placentation ……………………………………………..
c) In the table below name the mode of dispersal for each specimen and the features that
adapt the specimen to its mode of dispersal. (6mks)
Specimen Mode of dispersal Adaptive features
P
Q
R
S
T
v

d) Draw and label a plan diagram of specimen V (4mks)

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

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Each candidate should be provided with the following:

-10ml of Solution Q- A mixture of glucose, egg albumin and ammonia solution

(20gms of glucose + 10gms of egg albumin in a liter of 1M ammonia solution)

-Distilled water in a 100ml beaker.

-Source of heat

- 2 test tubes.

-10% sodium hydroxide solution.

-A glass rod.

-Visking tubing-8cm long.

-1% copper sulphate solution.

-2 threads/strings-about 5cm long.

-Benedict’s solution.

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-2 labels

-A syringe enough to measure 10mls.

-3 droppers

NB-All photographs should be coloured

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. You are provided with:

-Solution Q

-Distilled water in 100 ml beaker

-Visking tubing and two threads

-Glass rod

-2 test tubes and two labels

-Benedict’s solution 10% sodium hydroxide solution and 1% copper sulphate solution.

PROCEDURE:

-Tie the visking tubing tightly at one end using the thread and put about 5ml of solution Q.

Tie tightly the other end ensuring that there is no leakage.

-Place the visking tubing in the distilled water in 100ml beaker and support it by tying the

thread on a glass rod over the beaker.

- Allow the set up to stand for 30mins. Observe any changes in the visking tubing.

-Remove the visking tubing from the distilled water.

-Using a syringe draw about 5ml of the contents in the beaker labeled distilled water. Put it in

the test tube and label it G. Repeat the same procedure to obtain 5ml of solution in the

visking tubing, put in another test tube and label it H.

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a) Using the reagents provided, carry out food tests to determine the components in substance

G and H and fill the table below.

Substance Food Test Procedure Observation Conclusion

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H

8marks

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b) Substance Q is a urine sample obtained from a patient in a hospital laboratory. Name two

conditions that the patient was suffering from. (2marks)

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c) (i) What physiological activities that took place in the experiment you undertook above.

(2mark)

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Account for your answer in C (i) above. (2marks)

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2. Study the photomicrographs below and use them to answer questions that follow.

D2
D1

D4
D3

a) Identify the type of cell division above. (1mark)

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b) Give a reason for your answer (i) above. (1mark)

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c) With a reason identify each stage. (4marks)

Diagram Stage Reason

D1

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D3

D4

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(d) The photographs below show two fruits and their half-sections.

(i) Through which plane has the sections been cut? (1mark)

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(ii) State two differences between specimens S and T. (2marks)

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(iii) With reasons, in each case state the type of fruit and method of dispersals for

specimen S and T. (2marks)

Specimen S

Type of fruit: …………………………………………………………………

Reason:…………………………………………………………………………

Method of dispersal:……………………………………………………………..

Reason:…………………………………………………………………………

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Specimen T (2mks)

Type of fruit:………………………………………………………………………..

Reason:……………………………………………………………………………..

Method of dispersal:……………………………………………………………….

Reason…………..………………………………………………………………….

(iv)Draw and label a diagram ofcut specimens S. (4marks)

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3, Study the diagrams below and answer the questions that follow.

a) (i) Name the parts labeled A, B, C and D. (4marks)

A……………………………………………………………………………………………

B……………………………………………………………………………………………

C……………………………………………………………………………………………

D……………………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) State the adaptation of the part labeled A to its function. (2marks)

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 (iii) State one function of the part labeled C. (1mark)

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b) State three adaptations of the part labeled D. (3marks)

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)
BIOLOGY PRACTICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Each candidate will require;

❖ Specimen R- a piece of ripe lemon fruit

❖ 2mls of Benedict’s solution with a dropper

❖ 2mls of Iodine solution with a dropper.

❖ 2mls of 10% Sodium hydroxide solution with a dropper

❖ 2mls of 1% Copper sulphate solution with a dropper

❖ Source of heat

❖ 3 test tubes in a rack

❖ 1 Droppers

❖ Scalpel/Razor blade

❖ Pestle and mortar

❖ 4mls DCPIP solution placed in a small beaker with a dropper

❖ 4mls of 0.1% solution of Ascorbic acid supplied in a boiling tube
❖ White tile
❖ Incisor tooth labeled as specimen K

❖ Premolar tooth labeled as specimen L

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. You are provided with the following reagents and materials.
➢ Specimen R
➢ Iodine solution
➢ Benedict’s solution
➢ Sodium hydroxide solution
➢ Copper sulphate solution
➢ Source of heat
➢ 3 test tubes in a rack
➢ Droppers
➢ Scalpel/Razor blade
➢ Pestle and mortar

Study the specimen R provided.

(a) Identify the type of fruit. (1 mark)

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(b) With reasons, identify the method of dispersal for the specimen.

Method of dispersal (1 mark)

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Reasons (2 marks)

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(c)
• By use of the scarpel provided, peel off the outer cover of the specimen R to
reveal the inner juicy part.
• Extract a small portion of the juicy part, place in a mortar and smash it using a
pestle.
• Decant the juicy extract from the crushed specimen R into a test tube.
• Divide the juicy extract from specimen R into two portions each 2cm3 and use
them as follows;
Portion one
Use the reagents provided to test for the food substances present in portion 1. Use the
table below as a guide. (6 marks)
Food Procedure Observation Conclusion

substance

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 Portion two

(d) (i) To 1cm3 of DCPIP in a test tube, add 0.1% solution of Ascorbic acid drop by
drop until the colour of DCPIP disappears. Shake the test tube after addition of
each drop. Record the number of droplets used. (1 mark)

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ii) To another 1cm3 of DCPIP in a test tube add the portion two drop by drop,
shaking the test tube after addition of each drop until the colour of DCPIP
disappears. Record the number of drops used (1 mark)

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iii) From the results obtained in (d) (i) and (ii) above, calculate the percentage of
Ascorbic acid in the juice obtained from specimen R. Show your working
(2 marks)
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2. (a)You are provided with specimens labeled K and L obtained from the same mammal.
(i) Identify specimens K and L (2mks)

Specimen K: ……………………………………………..

Specimen L: ………………………………………………

(ii) State the functions of specimens K and L. (2mks)

Specimen K:…………………………………………………..

Specimen L: ……………………………………………….

(iii)Give two adaptations of specimen L to its function. (2mks)

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(iv)Give two differences between specimens K and L. (2mks)

Specimen K Specimen L

(i)

(ii)

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(b).Study the photographs below and answer the questions that follow.

(i)With observable reasons, identify the classes of specimen X and Z

Specimen X

Class ………………………………………………………………………………… (1 mark)

Reason (1 mark)

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Specimen Z

Class (1 mark)

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Reason s (2 marks)

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(ii)Describe two adaptations of organism labeled Y to its habitat. (2 marks)

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3. Below are photographs labelled W and J of organs obtained from different animals. The organs

perform similar functions. Examine them

Photograph W Photograph J

2 1

(a).(i) Identify the organs. (2 marks)

Photograph J…………………………………………………

K.................................................................................................

(ii) Identify the following parts on photograph W? (2 marks)

M ...…………………………………………………………………………………………

L …………………………………………………………………………………………..

(ii) Give two adaptations of the part labeled M on photograph W. (2 marks)

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(b.) (i)Name the class to which the organs on photograph J was obtained from (1 mark)

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(ii)Identify the parts labelled 1 and 3 in photograph J. (2 marks)

1……………………………………………………………………………..

3…………………………………………………………………………….

(c) Using observable features, state how the part labelled 1 you identified in (b),(ii) above
is adapted to its functions (1 marks)
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(d) .State the general function performed by both organs. (1 mark)

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KCSE 2024 TOP PREDICTION MASTER TRIAL 6

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL
BIOLOGY CONFIDENTIAL

Each candidate should be provided with the following.

1. 4 test tube.
2. Test tube rack.
3. 2 boiling tube.
4. 2 droppers.
5. 5 spatula of powder Q.
6. 5 spatula of powder R.
7. 1 measuring cylinder.
8. 6 labels.

Access to the following

1. 1% copper (II) sulphate.

2. Sodium hydroxide.
3. Iodine solution.

NB: powder Q is wheat flour

Powder R is SIFTED maize flour.

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided

Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. You are provided with powder Q and powder R. Measure 10ml of distilled water and put it in a boiling
tube. Put powder Q in the boiling tube, shake and make a solution. Label it solution Q. Measure 10ml of
distilled water and put it in another boiling tube. Put powder R in the boiling tube, shake and make a
solution. Label it solution R.

a) Using the reagents provided carryout food tests on the two solutions to determine the food present in
the two solutions. ( 8mks)

Solution Food Procedure Observation Conclusion

Q

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b (i). Which of the two food substances should be included in a diet to protect a child suffering from
kwashiorkor? (1mk)

ii). Give a reason for your answer in b (i) above. (1mk)

C (i) Name two enzymes in the human body which digest the food substances found in the powder.

(2mks)

ii) State the organ from which each enzyme you have stated in c (i) acts. (2mks)

2. Observe the three photographs carefully and answer the questions that follow

a) Identify the structures labeled H, J, and K (3mks)

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 b) Suggest the group of plant from which the root is obtained (1mk)

c) Explain the relationship found at point J (4mks)

d) Explain how the relationship benefits a farmer. (2mks)

e) State one difference between the relationships in photographs D and F. (1mk)

f) Construct one food chain from the organisms in photograph D (1mk)

g) State two disadvantages of the relationship shown in photograph F (2mks )

3. The photographs below show a certain physiological process.

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 A
B
Y

Z X

a) Name the physiological process shown by the photographs. (1Mark)

b) Name cells X and Y. (2Marks)

X
Y
c) How is cell X adapted to function? (2Marks)

d) i) Name two substances that passes through part Z. (2Marks)

ii) Describe the significance of the process shown by figure A. (2Marks)

e) State three theories that explain the appearance of figure A and B. (3Marks)

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

CONFIDENTIAL
1. Each candidate should be supplied with the following

(i) 4 test tubes in test tube rack.

(ii) 1 boiling tube

(iii) Iodine solution – supplied with a dropper

(iv) Adequate distilled water

(v) Benedict solution– supplied with a dropper

(vi) Means of heating

(vii) 10% Sodium Hydroxide– supplied with a dropper

(viii) 1% Copper (II) Sulphate– supplied with a dropper

(ix) DCPIP– supplied with a dropper

(x) 10cm3 of solution W in a boiling tube labeled as solution W

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 NB: measure 30gms of glucose and 15gms of egg albumen in a 500ml beaker, add

200cm3 of distilled water and stir to dissolve. Top up with distilled water to make

500cm3solution. Label this solution as solution W

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KCSE 2024 TOP PREDICTION MASTER TRIAL 7

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. You are provided with solution W in a boiling tube. Using the provided reagents, carry out possible
food tests to identify food substances present in solution. (14marks)
FOOD
SUBSTANCE PROCEDURE OBSERVATION CONCLUSION

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 2. Examine the photographs I and II of seedling specimen shown below and answer the questions that
follows;

a) Name the parts labelled A, C and D. (3 marks)

A______________________________________
C______________________________________
D_______________________________________
b)(i) Name the class to which the specimen belongs. (l mark)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
(ii) Give two reasons, using observable features to support your answer in (b) (i) above (2 marks)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
(c) Give two functions of the structure labeled D. (2 marks)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

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d) Explain how the curvature labeled C is formed (3marks)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

e) Name the type of germination exhibited by the seedlings. Give a reason for your answer.
(2marks)
Type
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Reason
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

3. Below are photographs labelled J and K of organs obtained from different animals. The organs
perform similar functions. Examine them.

W
X

Y Part labelled W
Z Enlarged

2 1
Photograph J

3
Photograph K

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a) Name the phylum to which the organs were obtained from (1 mark)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

b) Identify the organs. (2 marks)

J__________________________________________________________________________

K__________________________________________________________________________

c) State the function performed by the organs. (1 mark)

_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________

d) Name the parts labelled X, Y and Z in photograph J (3 marks)

X_______________________________________________________________________
Y_______________________________________________________________________
Z_______________________________________________________________________

e) Identify the parts labelled 1, 2 and 3 in photograph K. (3 marks)

1___________________________________________________________
2___________________________________________________________
3___________________________________________________________

f) Using observable features, state how the parts labelled 1 and 3 you identified in (d) above
are adapted to their functions (3 marks)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL
➢ Specimen K. An mature orange (with seeds)-1 per student

➢ Iodine solution.

➢ Mortar and pestle

➢ Stirring rod

➢ Pieces of thread (2 pieces per student)

➢ Benedict’s solution

➢ Soaked maize cereal (soaked for 3 days)(specimen X

➢ Visking tubing (8cm)

➢ Dropper

➢ At least three test tubes

➢ Distilled water

➢ Source of heat (Warm water bath)

➢ Scalpel

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. You are provided with specimen X (Soaked maize grain), Specimen K, Benedict’s solution,
Iodine solution, Pestle and mortar, scalpel and distilled water.
(i) Name the type of fruit represented in X above (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Give one reason for the above identity (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………

(iii) Crush the specimen X using pestle and mortar and dissolve in 4cm3 of distilled water.
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and use them to carry out the following food
test. Record your observations in the table below: (6marks)

Food Test Procedure Observation Conclusion

Starch

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 Reducing sugars

iv) Account for the observations made in the above table in relation to starch and reducing
sugar. (3mks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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v) Identify the type of placentation in the specimen K above (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) Describe how the above placentation was formed (2mks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(c) Using a scalpel, make a transverse section of specimen K. Draw the section of and label its parts
(3mks)

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 2. Using the pictures of animals provided below, complete the construction of the dichotomous
key by filling the blank spaces. (13 marks)

Eagle

Fish

Earthworm

Octopus

Tortoise

Starfish

Spider
Frog

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1a Animals with backbone……………………………………………………….Go to 2

b Animals without backbone …………………………………………………

2 a Animals with wings………………………………………………………….

b Animals without wings………………………………………………………

3a Animals which live in water all the time…………………………………....

b Animals which live in water for some time………………………………….

4a Animals with scales………………………………………………………….

b Animals without scales………………………………………………………

5a Animals with legs……………………………………………………………

b Animals without legs………………………………………………………… Go to 7

6a Animals with six legs……………………………………………………….. Butterfly

b Animals with eight legs……………………………………………………..

7a Animals with a shell………………………………………………………..Snail

b Animals without a shell……………………………………………………..

8a Animals with jelly-like body…………………………………………………

b Animals without a jelly-like body…………………………………………….

9a Animals with a segmented body……………………………………………….

b Animals without segmented body…………………………………………….. Octopus

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3.You are provided with starch solution, Iodine solution, Visking tubing, stirring
road, 2 pieces of thread, measuring cylinder and a beaker. Tie one end of the
visking tubing and pour about 2mls of iodine solution into it. Tie the other end
making sure no iodine solution leaks and place the visking tubing into starch
solution in the beaker. Leave the set up for about 30 minutes and note the
observations
(i) Account for the observations made after 30 minutes (3mks)
………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii) Give the role of the physiological process investigated above in:
a. Reproduction (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………
b. Respiration (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………

iv) Name two parts in the alimentary canal where starch is digested (2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………

v) Identify one hormone and one digestive enzyme that stimulates digestion
of starch in the parts identified in (iv) above (2mks)

…………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………
(vi) What deficiency disease results when an individual lacks starch in their
diet? (1mk)

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

CONFIDENTIAL.
In addition to the apparatus found in biology laboratory, each candidate should be provided
with

1. Ripe Yellow/purple passion fruit labeled specimen J.

2. Dry black jack fruit labeled K.
3. Fresh green peas/bean pod labeled specimen L.
4. Hand lens.
5. 3ml of DCPIP.
6. Dropper.
7. 50ml beaker.
8. Filter funnel.
9. Stirring rod.
10. One test tube.
11. Test tube rack.

NOTE:

THE PHOTOGRAPHS IN THE QUESTION PAPER MUST BE COLOURED.

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided
Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. you are provided with specimens J, K and L.
a) (i) identify specimen J. (1mk)

(ii)Give a reason for your answer in a) (i) above. (1mk)

b) Using the scalpel provided, carefully make a cross section of specimen J.

i) name the type of placentation (1mk)

ii) extract juice form specimen J and test it for vitamin C. (3mks)

Food tested Procedure Observation Conclusion

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 c) complete the table below using the specimens provided. (9mks)
specimen Agent of dispersal One adaptation of the specimen
J -

K -

L -

2. The photographs below represents leaves from different plants.use them to answer the
questions that follow.

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 a) Each of the leaves A,B and C are modified to perform different functions. With a reason,
state the functions. (10mks)
LEAF FUNCTION REASON
A

b) State the type of evolution that may have led to the emergence of the different leaves
shown in leaf A, B and C. (1mk)

c) Name the type of evolution structure represented by the leaves above. (1mk)

d) Name two examples of such structures as named in (b) (ii) above in aves. (2mks)

3. Below is a photomicrograph of a plant cell. Study it and answer the questions that follow.

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a) (i) Label the parts labeled R, S and T.
(3mks)
R–
S–
T–
ii) Name the chemical compound that constitutes part labeled R above. (1mk)

b) State the function of part labeled

i) Q. (1mk)

ii) Nucleolus. (1mk)

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c) Below is an enlarged micrograph of organelle T.

i) What is the function of organelle T.? (1mk)

ii) What is the biological significance of having numerous parts U in organelle T.?
(1mk)

d) A student observed onion epidermal tissue using a microscope whose field of view was
____________mm in diameter as shown below. Calculate the approximate width of one
of the cell. (3mks)

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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

CONFIDENTIAL
PRACTICAL CONFIDENTIAL
Each student will require the following
1. 3 test tube.
2. 10ml measuring cylinder
3. 50ml plastic beaker
4. Specimen Q (a ripe Orange)
5. Sharp scalpel.

Access to (These should be fully identified appropriately)

1. DCPIP
2. 10% NaOH solution
3. 1% CuSO₄ solution with dropper.
4. Iodine solution with dropper.

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KCSE 2024 TOP PREDICTION MASTER TRIAL 10

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. (K.C.S.E)

BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions in spaces provided

Examiner’s Use
QUESTIONS MAX.MARKS CAND.SCORE
1 9
2 13
3 18
TOTAL 40

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1. You are provided with Specimen Q
a) Name the part that develops into specimen Q (1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………
b) Cut specimen Q longitudinally to obtain two separate halves. Draw a surface
of the cut specimen and label a seed and pericarp. (4marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………
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c) From the cut sections of specimen Q gently squeeze some juice into clean
beaker labelled substance R

Using the reagents provided, test for the food substance in substance R
(12marks)
Food Procedure Observation Conclusion
substance

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 2. Below is a representation of the circulatory system in Fish.

a) With reference to the diagram, classify fish into the following taxa.
i. Kingdom (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. Phylum (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
Reason (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………
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iii. Class (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
Reason (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………

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b) Name the parts labelled M,N,O and P (4marks)
M
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………

N
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………

O
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
P
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………

c) (i) State the type of circulation present in fish shown above (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
(ii) Give a reason for your answer (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………

3. The photograph below is that of a plant seedling. Examine it.

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(a) Using observable features, Name the class to which the specimen belongs.

Class (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
Reason. (3marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) State the function of the parts labelled A,B,C and D (4marks)
PART FUNCTION

(c) Name the type of germination and give reason of the above diagram. (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
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