Jamb Biology 2000 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 2000

The scapula and the ischium are part of the

A. Pectoral girdle
B. Pelvic girdle
C. Appendicular skeleton
D. Hind limb

Question 17:

• JAMB 2000

Bacteria in the large intestine of man are important in the

A. Synthesis of vitamins K and B₂
B. Digestion of vegetables
C. Synthesis of vitamins A and D
D. Absorption of water

Question 18:

• JAMB 2000

Short-sightedness can be corrected by lenses which are

A. Convex
B. Biconvex
C. Plano-convex
D. Concave

Question 19:

• JAMB 2000

The inner ear contains two main organs, namely, the

A. Eardrum and eustachian tube
B. Cochlea and semi-circular canals
C. Oval window and ossicles
D. Pinna and cochlea

Question 20:

• JAMB 2000

For growth to occur in organisms, the rate of

A. Food storage must be low
B. Catabolism must exceed that of anabolism
C. Anabolism must exceed that of catabolism
D. Food storage must be high