JAMB Geography Past Questions & Answers - Page 242

1,206.

The main mineral composition of lateritic soils are?

A.

sodium and nickel

B.

magnesium and zinc

C.

potassium and calcium

D.

iron and aluminium

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,207.

One distinguishing characteristics of ferruginous soils is the?

A.

occurence of iron concreation in the B horizon

B.

predominance of clay in the A horizon

C.

well-developed A and B horizons

D.

high content of organic matter in all the horizons

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,208.

If the temperature of a place is 68°F, what is its equivalent in degree centigrade?

A.

08°C

B.

48°C

C.

36°C

D.

20°C

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,209.

The climate that is noted for its summer dryness is the?

A.

Equatorial climate

B.

Tropical monsoon climate

C.

Cool temperature climate

D.

Mediterranean climate

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,210.

The speed of wind is usually measured using?

A.

a wind vane

B.

a wind rose

C.

an anemometer

D.

a thermometer

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.