JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 293

1,461.

The element that is essential for the coagulation of blood is

A.

potassium

B.

calcium

C.

phosphorus

D.

iron

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,462.

Water oozing out of plant leaves in a humid environment is a phenomenon known as

A.

transpiration

B.

osmosis

C.

pinocytosis

D.

guttation

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,463.

A food substance was treated with a few drops of Sudan III solution and a red coloration was obtained. The food contained

A.

protein

B.

starch

C.

fat

D.

mineral salt

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,464.

Trace elements are required by plants mainly for the

A.

formation of pigments and enzymes

B.

production of energy and hormones

C.

manufacture of carbohydrates

D.

manufacture of proteins

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,465.

the part of the stomach nearer the gullet is called the

A.

epiglottis

B.

cardiac sphincter

C.

duodenum

D.

pyloric sphincter

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.