JAMB Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 99

491.

The process by which organisms keep their internal condition relatively stable is called

A.

metabolism

B.

evolution

C.

gametogenesis

D.

homeostasis

Correct answer is D

Homeostasis is any self-regulating process biological systems use to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

492.

Behaviour conditioning was described by

A.

Felix Dujardin

B.

Gregor Mendel

C.

Ivan Pavlov

D.

Mathias Schleiden

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

493.

Which of these is not detected by the nerve endings of the skin?

A.

cold

B.

pain

C.

pressure

D.

weakness

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

494.

An association between bacteria and root nodules of legumes is called

A.

Commensalism

B.

mutualism

C.

parasitism

D.

saprophytism

Correct answer is B

 Mutualism is an association between two organisms that benefit each other.

495.

Which of the following is NOT a waste product of plants?

A.

Tannins

B.

Oxygen

C.

Carbondioxide

D.

Sap

Correct answer is D

 

Plants need to excrete excess carbon dioxide and oxygen. Carbon dioxide is a waste product of aerobic respiration in plant cells. Oxygen is a waste product of photosynthesis. Also, Extracts from plants contains toxic alkaloids.