WAEC Biology Past Questions & Answers - Page 74

366.

The diagram above illustrates the transverse section of a

A.

dicotyledonous root

B.

monocotyledonous root

C.

dicotyledonous stem

D.

monocotyledonous stem

Correct answer is C

The diagram shows the transverse section of a dicotyledonous stem showing its tissue distribution.

367.

The diagram above illustrates a part of the human skeleton. The labelled part that provides a surface for the attachment of the triceps is

A.

I

B.

II

C.

III

D.

IV

Correct answer is C

The triceps are large muscles on the back of the upper limb of many vertebrates. The part III is a part of the bone that forms the triceps.

368.

Which of the labelled parts of the diagram of the part of the human skeleton articulates with the head of the trochlea to form a hinge joint?

A.

I

B.

II

C.

III

D.

IV

Correct answer is B

The part II is attached to the humerus. It forms a hinge joint to make up the hand.

369.

The diagram above illustrates a part of the human skeleton. It represents the bones of the

A.

upper arm

B.

lower arm

C.

upper leg

D.

lower leg

Correct answer is B

The diagram shows the lower arm which can be seen between the elbow and the wrist.

370.

The organism that can carry out both autotropic and heterotrophic modes of nutritions is

A.

Chlamydomonas

B.

Eudorina

C.

Euglena

D.

Spirogyra

Correct answer is C

Euglena use their chloroplasts to produce nutrients through photosynthesis. It is a dual organism as it can act both as an autotroph, making its own food, and heterotroph, feeding on other substances.