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.

3,621.

The small masses of nervous tissues in which many neurones have their nuclei are called

A.

dorsal roots

B.

ventral roots

C.

ganglia

D.

synapses

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,622.

The outermost embryonic membrane in the mammal is the

A.

amnion

B.

chorion

C.

allantois

D.

yolk sac

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,623.

A dry fruit formed from two or more carpels containing several seeds is a

A.

follicle

B.

legume

C.

capsule

D.

schizocarp

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,624.

The most reliable estimate of growth is by measuring changes in

A.

length

B.

volume

C.

surface area

D.

dry weight

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,625.

Which of the following is not a function of the mammalian skeleton?

A.

Protection

B.

respiration

C.

Transportation

D.

Support

Correct answer is C

The major functions of the skeletal system are body support, facilitation of movement, protection of internal organs, and the storage of minerals and fat.

With the help of the lymphatic and circulatory systems, the skeletal system works with the respiratory system by creating red blood cells in the bones that aid in respiration facilitated by the lungs.