NECO Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 39

191.

The tip of the tongue is sensitive to

A.

bitter taste

B.

salty taste

C.

sweet taste

D.

salty and sweet taste

E.

sour taste

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

192.

Which of the organisms is a primary consumer?

A.

Cassava

B.

Grasshopper

C.

Hawk

D.

Lizard

E.

Toad

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

193.

Here is a list of natural resources:
I. Wildlife
II. Forest
III. Fossil fuel
IV. Minerals

Which of the natural resources are non-renewable?

A.

I and II only

B.

I and III only

C.

I and IV only

D.

II and III only

E.

III and IV only

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

194.

Sneezing in man is controlled by?

A.

cerebellum

B.

cerebrum

C.

hypothalamus

D.

pineal body

E.

medulla oblongata

Correct answer is E

Sneezing is simply an involuntary release of air that helps the body to get rid of irritants in our nose and throat, like allergens, dirt, and dust.
The medulla oblongata or simply medulla is a long stem-like structure which makes up the lower part of the brainstem. It is anterior and partially inferior to the cerebellum. It is a cone-shaped neuronal mass responsible for autonomic (involuntary) functions, ranging from vomiting to sneezing.

195.

The following are courtship behaviors in animals EXCEPT

A.

copulation

B.

display

C.

pairing

D.

seasonal migration

E.

territoriality

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.