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                                                                  National Open University of Nigeria
                                                            14-16 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island Lagos 
                                                                    School of science and Technology
                                                                 October/November 2013 Examination


Corse Code: ESM 424
Course Title: FRESH WATER ECOLOGY

1. many micro-organisms play foundational roles in aquatic ecosystems. Mention and discuss five any that micro-organisms constitute part of the fresh water organisms                171/2 marks

2. Some of the abiotic factors affecting the functioning of the fresh water ecosystem are temperature related. Discuss                                                             171/2 marks

3. for each action that man takes in his lifestyle, there is a resultant effect on the ecosystem, discuss
Some of these effects on fresh water communities 

4a. some animals have developed adaptations that allow them to travel through lotic water without being inhibited in same spot. Discuss                                            131/2 marks

b. list four sources through which lotic water communities can be formed                    4marks

5. Identify and explain the possible strategies for the management of fresh water ecosystem    
171/2 marks

6a. identify and explain the three main areas of fresh water environment                11marks

b. list the major factors affecting the oxygen concentration in lentic water  

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