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Posted By: Sanjana Member Level: Gold Posted Date: 11 Jun 2008
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2006 Human Biology Question paper
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
HUMAN BIOLOGY
MODULE BL1004
2005-2006
DEGREE EXAMINATION
September 2006
Time available: 2 hours
PLEASE WRITE YOUR CLASS NUMBER (5 DIGIT NUMBER) ON EVERY SHEET, INCLUDING THE QUESTIONS YOU DO NOT ANSWER
NAME: ………………………………………………………………
MATRICULATION NUMBER: ……………………………………
CLASS NUMBER:………………………………………………….
This examination paper comprises 10 questions, of which
you must answer 8.
All questions carry equal value.
This examination book will be taken apart before marking, so WRITE YOUR ANSWERS ONLY ON THE PAGE ON WHICH THE QUESTION APPEARS.
Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 2
CLASS NUMBER:
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1. Describe the major anatomical and behavioural characteristics, and geographical distribution, of Homo erectus. (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 3
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2. Structures unique to bacteria can be targeted by antibiotics. Describe TWO such structures that are, or could be, used as targets for antibiotics. Use diagrams in your answer. (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 4
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3. How does the eye detect light? (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 5
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4. Why is polygyny more common than polyandry? (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 6
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5 a. Name the FOUR primary drug targets. (4 marks)
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b. Write short notes on THREE different drugs that have been shown to cause teratogenesis (malformation of the developing embryo). (6 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 7
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6. Constance Runner trains every day by running 3 miles before breakfast. She has entered a 10k race and has sought your advice on how she should change her running schedule to do well in the race. Describe improvements you would make to her training and explain the reasoning with reference to the principles of training. (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 8
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7. Humans and insects often come into direct conflict. Describe TWO examples of such conflict and discuss how human activity often makes the situation worse.
(10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 9
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8. Outline the anatomical structures and physiological processes involved in generating the sensation of pain following an injury to the skin surface. (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 10
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9. Explain why it has been possible to eradicate smallpox but not measles using vaccination. (10 marks)
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Human Biology Module September 2006 Page 11
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10. Answer both a) AND b) (10 marks)
a) Name an epithelium and its location. Explain how its structure is related to its particular function at that site.
b) Name a connective tissue and its location. Explain how its structure is related to its particular function at that site.
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