WAEC Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 139

691.

Which of the following is used to measure the rate of water uptake in plants?

A.

Potometer

B.

Hydrometer

C.

Hygrometer

D.

aspirator

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

692.

The function of the red blood cells is to

A.

engulf invading bacteria

B.

aid in protein formation

C.

transport oxygen to the cells

D.

control blood glucose level

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

693.

Diffusion is most effective in living organisms, when the surface area is

A.

large and the thickness is also large

B.

small while the thickness is large

C.

large while the thickness is small

D.

the same as its thickness

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

694.

Which of the following will ease the friction between the ends of bones in a movable joint?

A.

Serum

B.

Tissue

C.

Blood plasma

D.

Synovial fluid

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

695.

The following are methods of measuring plant growth except

A.

determining the fresh and dry weights of the plant

B.

counting the number of fruits produced

C.

measuring the increase in height of the shoot

D.

measuring the length and breadth of a leaf

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.