JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 247

1,231.

Which of the labelled parts allows for efficient absorption of water and minerals?

A.

I

B.

II

C.

III

D.

IV

Correct answer is A

the part labelled I is called the ROOT HAIR... it is responsible for the absorption of minerals and water from the soil into the plant

1,232.

In the illustration above, the genotypes of the offsprings are

A.

1 heterozygous smooth : 2 homozygous smooth : 1 wrinkled

B.

1 homozygous smooth : 2 heterozygous smooth : 1 wrinkled

C.

2 homozygous smooth : 2 wrinkled

D.

3 heterozygous smooth : 2 wrinkled

Correct answer is B

The diagram above refers to a PUNNETT SQUARE used in predicting the probable genotypic and phenotypic ratios of a cross. looking at the diagram, we have the ratio

SS : Ss : sS : ss and from the question, we see the genotypic composition is;

1 homozygous smooth : 2 heterozygous smooth : 1 wrinkled

1,233.

This lower jaw is typical of a

A.

sheep

B.

rabbit

C.

dog

D.

cat

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,234.

Which of the labelled parts is the diastema?

A.

2

B.

3

C.

4

D.

6

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,235.

The function of the structure labelled G is to

A.

carry out initial photosynthesis for the seedlings

B.

protect the young leaves from mechanical damage

C.

protect the young leaves from sun light

D.

protect the young leaves from insects pest

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.