WAEC Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 212

1,056.

The organ that receives reduced blood flow during vigorous exercise is the

A.

brain

B.

heart

C.

lung

D.

limb

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,057.

The excretory system in mammals consists of the following parts except

A.

two kidneys

B.

two ureters

C.

two bladders

D.

one urethra

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,058.

The following characteristics are associated with the mammalian lungs except

A.

large surface area

B.

expandable lungs

C.

moist surface

D.

highly vascularized

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,059.

A pulse is best described as

A.

contraction of arteries to let out blood

B.

contraction of veins to allow blood into them

C.

dilation of arteries to accommodate blood rushing through

D.

pumping action of the heart to move blood round the body

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,060.

The inorganic components of bone consist of

A.

magnesium, sodium, and calcium

B.

magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium

C.

sodium, phosphorus, and calcium

D.

potassium, magnesium, and calcium

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.