JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 195

971.

The association between bacteria residing in the rumen of the ruminant is?

A.

parasitism

B.

predation

C.

saprophytism

D.

mutualism

Correct answer is D

Bacteria in the rumen of ruminants, in algae, and in fungi mostly exist within a mutual relationship.

972.

The most important ecological factor in a terrestrial environment is?

A.

rainfall

B.

humidity

C.

wind

D.

soil

Correct answer is D

The land surface and the soil are the main factors.

973.

In a bean seed, absorption of water at the beginning of germination is through the?

A.

hilum

B.

micropyle

C.

testa

D.

plumule

Correct answer is B

The micropyle helps to absorb water at the time of the seed's germination.

974.

The reproductive system of a male mammal is made of

A.

claspers, prostrate, gland, sperm duct, and vas deferens

B.

testis, prostrate gland, sperm duct, and penis

C.

oviduct, urethra, testis, and sperm duct

D.

testis, uterus, prostrate gland, and sperm duct

Correct answer is B

Male reproductive structures are: the penis, scrotum and testicles, vas deferens, prostate, and urethra.

The male reproductive system is responsible for sexual function, as well as urination.

975.

The axial skeleton is found in the

A.

skull, ribs, vertebral column, and breast bone

B.

skull, humerus, vertebral column, and ribs

C.

breastbone, clavicle, ribs, and vertebral column

D.

femur, sternum, ulna, and skull

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.