Jamb Biology 1995 Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

• JAMB 1995

Biological growth refers strictly to an increase in the

A. Protoplasm of an organism
B. Number of organisms
C. Size of an organism
D. Development of form

Question 27:

• JAMB 1995

The process of walking is under the control of the part of the brain called

A. Optic lobe
B. Olfactory lobe
C. Cerebellum
D. Medulla oblongata

Question 28:

• JAMB 1995

The gland directly affecting metabolic rate, growth and development is known as

A. Adrenal land
B. Thyroid gland
C. Mammary gland
D. Parathyroid gland

Question 29:

• JAMB 1995

Which of the following ions is involved in the conduction of the nerve impulse?

A. Ca²⁺
B. K⁺
C. H⁺
D. Mg²⁺

Question 30:

• JAMB 1995

The depth of illumination in a water body can be measured with a

A. Photometer
B. Secchi disc
C. Hydrometer
D. Anemometer