JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 161

801.

The two halves of the pelvic girdle are joined together at the?

A.

pubic symphysis

B.

ilium

C.

pubis

D.

obturator foramen

Correct answer is A

The pubic symphysis is found on the anterior side of the pelvis and is the anterior boundary of the perineum. The pubic bones form a cartilaginous joint in the median plane, the symphysis pubis. The joint keeps the two bones of the pelvis together and steady during activity.

802.

Which of the following organisms is mainly found in the marine habitat?

A.

Achatina

B.

Tilapia

C.

Dog fish

D.

Tortoise

Correct answer is C

Dogfish are types of sharks that are common tropical open sea fishes, with others like mackerel, sea catfish, etc.

803.

The blood component that has the greatest affinity for oxygen is the

A.

lymphocytes

B.

leucocytes

C.

erythrocytes

D.

thrombocytes

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

804.

The barrier between maternal and fetal blood is the?

A.

placenta

B.

liver

C.

umbilical cord

D.

uterine wall

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

805.

Mycorrhiza promotes plant growth by?

A.

absorbing inorganic ions from the soil

B.

protecting it from infection

C.

helping it to utilize atmospheric nitrogen

D.

serving as a growth regulator

Correct answer is A

Mycorrhizal fungi allow plants to draw more nutrients and water from the soil.

They also increase plant tolerance to different environmental stresses.