FORM AND FUNCTIONS - Jamb Biology Past Questions and Answers

Question 601:

• JAMB 1998

Which of following movements occur during exhalation?

A. The diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax
B. The thoracic cavity increases in volume
C. The diaphragm and intercostal muscles contract
D. The diaphragm contracts and the intercostal muscle relax

Question 602:

• JAMB 1998

Which of the following is not a function of the mammalian skeleton?

A. Protection
B. Respiration
C. Transportation
D. Support

Question 603:

• JAMB 1998

The ovary represented is

A. Half-superior
B. Inferior
C. Superior
D. Half-inferior

Question 604:

• JAMB 1998

The most reliable estimate of growth is by measuring changes in

A. Length
B. Volume
C. Surface area
D. Dry weight

Question 605:

• JAMB 1998

A dry fruit formed from two or more carpels containing several seeds is a

A. Follicle
B. Legume
C. Capsule
D. Schizocarp