NECO Past Questions and Answers - Page 310

1,546.

The toad’s long sticky tongue is an adaptation for

A.

Catching insects

B.

Conserving water

C.

Escaping its predators

D.

Regulating body temperature

E.

Securing mates

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,547.

The process through which excess amino acids in the body are broken down into urea and a carbohydrate is called

A.

deamination

B.

denaturation

C.

detoxication

D.

emulsification

E.

excretion

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,548.

Which is NOT a benefit of the conservation of natural resources?

A.

Permits nature studies

B.

Preserves the beauty of nature

C.

Prosecutes poachers

D.

Protects endangered species

E.

Sources of revenue

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,549.

Which plant stores food in its roots?

A.

Cassava

B.

Cocoyam

C.

Irish potato

D.

Onion

E.

Yam

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,550.

Which is NOT an adaptive feature of hydrophytes?

A.

Air spaces in tissues for buoyancy

B.

Broad leaves to enhance transpiration

C.

Extensive root system for water absorption

D.

Fibrous root for water absorption

E.

Waxy cuticle on leaves to prevent wetting

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.