Agricultural Science questions and answers

Agricultural Science Questions and Answers

A comprehensive list of Agricultural science questions with answers to help you prepare for JAMB, WAEC, NECO, Post UTME exams.

2,116.

Which of the following statements about ticks is not correct?

A.

Its body is divided into two parts

B.

It has six pairs of legs

C.

It can be controlled by regular dipping of animals

D.

It is an external parasite

E.

It can be found on goats

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,117.

The aims of breeding in farm animals include the following except

A.

Increasing production potentials of farm animals

B.

Improving the quality of animal products

C.

Improving adaptability of farm animals to a new environment

D.

Evolving new breeds of animals suitable for all purposes

E.

Increasing tolerance of animal to disease and pests

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,118.

The part of the egg that prevents the yolk from being damaged by keeping the yolk at the centre of the egg is the

A.

Germ spot

B.

Albumen

C.

Air space

D.

Chalaza

E.

Egg membrane

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,119.

Which of the following pond maintenance operation will ensure adequate supply of oxygen and hygienic condition for fish in a pond?

A.

Deweeding

B.

Distilling

C.

Fertilization

D.

Eradication of predators

E.

Supplementary feeding

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,120.

The interval from the beginning of one heat period to the another is known as

A.

Gestation period

B.

Fertilization

C.

Incubation period

D.

Heat period

E.

Oestrus cycle

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.