Biology questions and answers

Biology Questions and Answers

How well do you understand living things and their vital processes? Whether you are preparing for JAMB, WAEC, NECO and Post-UTME, these Biology past questions and answers cover such subjects as the chemistry of life, botany, evolution, genetics, ecology etc to help you know what to expect, improve your speed and confidence and be really prepared for the actual aptitude test.

2,641.

A high concentration of auxin in the root will

A.

inhibit growth

B.

stimulate growth

C.

not affect growth

D.

cause the root to rot

E.

reduce water absorption

Correct answer is A

- High concentration of auxin inhibits the growth of the primary root.

- Stops cell elongation of the root

2,642.

The early removal of the pituary gland in animals may cause

A.

cessation of growth

B.

gigantism

C.

poor mental development

D.

goitre

E.

inability to digest food

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,643.

Filtered blood from the kidney is carried back to the circulatory system through the

A.

hepatic portal vein

B.

renal artery

C.

renal vein

D.

pulmonary vein

E.

vena cava

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,644.

The malpighian tubule plays a major role in

A.

inspiration

B.

digestion

C.

secretion

D.

reproduction

E.

excretion

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,645.

Which of the following structures is associated with respiration in insects?

A.

Air sac

B.

Spiracle

C.

Lung

D.

Alveolus

E.

Gill

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.