WAEC Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 148

736.

The primary cause of species endangerment is

A.

disappearing habitats

B.

increase in temperatures

C.

acid rain

D.

exposure to hazardous wastes

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

737.

Which of the following factors would be least likely to act as a density dependent limiting factor in a population of mice?

A.

Buildup of waste products

B.

Predation

C.

Parasitism

D.

Unfavourable climate

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

738.

The detection of vibro cholera in public drinking water is a sign of

A.

clean water

B.

outbreak of disease

C.

water pollution

D.

decayed organisms in the water

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

739.

The use of water closet and septic tanks is preferred to the use of bucket and pit latrines because 

A.

it is cost effective

B.

contaminated faeces are completely kept away from flies

C.

the water for flushing contains chlorine which kills the germs

D.

It prevents flies from breeding

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

740.

Which of the following instruments would be most appropriate in comparing the air pressure at different places in the habitat?

A.

Hygrometer

B.

Barometer

C.

Photometer

D.

Air pressure disc

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.