WAEC Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 287

1,431.

Which of the following is an example of a reflex action?

A.

Sneezing

B.

Biting

C.

Dancing

D.

Singing

E.

Talking

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,432.

A high concentration of auxin in the root will

A.

inhibit growth

B.

stimulate growth

C.

not affect growth

D.

cause the root to rot

E.

reduce water absorption

Correct answer is A

- High concentration of auxin inhibits the growth of the primary root.

- Stops cell elongation of the root

1,433.

The early removal of the pituary gland in animals may cause

A.

cessation of growth

B.

gigantism

C.

poor mental development

D.

goitre

E.

inability to digest food

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,434.

Filtered blood from the kidney is carried back to the circulatory system through the

A.

hepatic portal vein

B.

renal artery

C.

renal vein

D.

pulmonary vein

E.

vena cava

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,435.

The malpighian tubule plays a major role in

A.

inspiration

B.

digestion

C.

secretion

D.

reproduction

E.

excretion

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.