JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 138

686.

From his study of Galapagos finches, Darwin derived his theory of evolution from

A.

comparative anatomy

B.

comparative physiology

C.

fossil remains

D.

comparative embryology

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

687.

The use and disuse of body parts and the inheritance of acquired traits were used to explain

A.

Darwin's theory

B.

Lamarck's theory

C.

genetic drift

D.

gene flow

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

688.

The significance of a very large number of termites involved in nuptial swarming is to

A.

provide birds with plenty of food

B.

ensure their perpetuation despite predatory pressure

C.

search for a favourable place to breed

D.

ensure that every individual gets a mate

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

689.

The basking of Agama lizards in the sun is to

A.

change the colour of their body

B.

raise their body temperature to become active

C.

fight to defend their territories

D.

attract the female for courtship

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

690.

The short thick beak in birds is an adaptation for

A.

crushing seeds

B.

sucking nectar

C.

tearing flesh

D.

straining mud

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.