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.

491.

Use the diagram above that shows the effect of nitrates on water bodies Study it carefully and answer questions.

The phenomenon in the diagram is termed

A.

denitrification

B.

conservation

C.

eutrophication

D.

global warming

Correct answer is C

Eutrophication is the process by which a body of water becomes enriched in dissolved nutrients (such as nitrates in this case) that stimulate the growth of aquatic plant life usually resulting in the depletion of dissolved oxygen.

492.

Use the diagram above that shows the effect of nitrates on water bodies Study it carefully and answer questions.

The source of the nitrates in the diagram is termed

A.

root nodules of legumes

B.

cloud

C.

fertilizers

D.

organic matter

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

493.

The inability of an organism to adapt to its habitat can lead to

A.

dormancy

B.

adaptation

C.

extinction

D.

survival

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

494.

In which of the following insects is group instinct not displayed?

A.

Solder ants

B.

Cockroaches

C.

Honey bees

D.

Termites

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

495.

Which of the following terms is associated with natural selections?

A.

adaptive radiation

B.

Differential reproduction

C.

Population variability

D.

Survival of the fitest

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.