Jamb Biology Past Questions and Answers

Question 166:

• JAMB 1980

The joint between the atlas and axis vertebrae allows for

A. Rotatory movement only
B. Up and down or nodding movements only
C. Rotatory and nodding movements
D. No movement at all
E. Slight movement

Question 167:

• JAMB 1980

Which of the following food substances is digested in the stomach?

A. Carbohydrate
B. Fats and oil
C. Fats and proteins
D. Proteins
E. Carbohydrates and fats

Question 168:

• JAMB 1980

The conversion of excess amino acids into urea occurs in the

A. Kidney
B. Pancreas
C. Villi
D. Liver
E. Spleen

Question 169:

• JAMB 1980

For pollination and fruit formation, the essential part(s) of the flower should be the

A. Corolla
B. Ovary
C. Pistil (gynoecium)
D. Ovules
E. Receptacle

Question 170:

• JAMB 1980

Which one of the following parts of the mammalian body is most closely associated with the production of urine?

A. Malpighian capsule
B. Urinary bladder
C. Ureter
D. Vas deferens
E. Urethra