A comprehensive list of Agricultural science questions with answers to help you prepare for JAMB, WAEC, NECO, Post UTME exams.
The process whereby the embryo of a seed resumes growth under favourable conditions is called
Plant growth
Germination
Outgrowth
Ingrowth
Correct answer is B
Germination: the process whereby the embryo of a seed resumes growth under favourable conditions. Germination is the sprouting of seed.
Broadcasting
Dibbling
Dribbling
Drilling
Correct answer is D
Drilling: sowing a seed by drilling with stick or knife, followed by dropping seeds and covering them
The following conditions are necessary for germination except
Adequate moisture
Viable seed
Zero temperature
Optimum temperature
Correct answer is C
Conditions necessary for germination of seeds are adequate moisture, viable seed (living embryo), optimum temperature, adequate air and zero temperature is not included.
Which of the following sources of farm power is most versatile in West Africa?
Biogas
Animal
Wind
Water
Correct answer is B
The most versatile source of farm power in West Africa is animal.
A periodic maintenance activity carried out using a farm tractor is
Checking of radiator water
Checking of tire pressure
Cleaning after use
Changing of engine oil
Correct answer is C
A periodic maintenance activity carried out on farm tractor is changing of engine oil.