JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 143

711.

A function of the hydrochloric acid produced in the human stomach during digestion is to

A.

neutralise the effect of bile

B.

coagulate milk protein and emulsify fats

C.

stop the action of ptyalin

D.

break up food into smaller particles

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

712.

Which of the following organisms is both parasitic and autotrophic?

A.

Sundew

B.

Loranthus

C.

Rhizopus

D.

Tapeworm

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

713.

In plants, which of the following is required in minute quantities for growth?

A.

Copper

B.

Potassium

C.

Phosphorus

D.

Sodium

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

714.

In the mammalian male reproductive system, the part that serves as a passage for both urine and semen is the

A.

urethra

B.

urter

C.

bladder

D.

seminal vesicle

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

715.

Which of the following plant structures lacks a waterproof cuticle?

A.

leaf

B.

stem

C.

root

D.

shoot

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.