JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 232

1,156.

The anaerobic fermentation of a glucose molecule yields

A.

38 ATP molecules

B.

2 ATP molecules and alcohol

C.

pyruvic acid and alcohol

D.

water and carbon (IV) oxide

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,157.

The surface of an alveolus in a mammal is well supplied with tiny blood vessels known as

A.

arterioles

B.

venules

C.

arteries

D.

capillaries

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,158.

The breakdown of fats and oils into simpler absorbable compounds is catalyzed by the group of enzymes called

A.

lipases

B.

hydrolases

C.

amylases

D.

peptidases

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,159.

All living cells require water because it

A.

is a medium for all metabolic reactions

B.

is a medium that neutralizes the acids in cells

C.

is the main source of energy for the cell

D.

prevents the development of diseases in cells

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,160.

The gall bladder of mammals has a duct connected to the

A.

liver

B.

duodenum

C.

small intestine

D.

pancreas

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.