ECOLOGY - Jamb Biology Past Questions and Answers

Question 356:

• JAMB 2019

The specific portion of a habitat which is occupied by a particular species is referred to as

A. Ecological population
B. Ecological niche
C. Biotic community
D. Ecosystem

Question 357:

• JAMB 2019

Which of the following type of soil has the highest water retaining capacity?

A. Loam
B. Laterite
C. Clay
D. Sand

Question 358:

• JAMB 2019

Trees in Savanna habitats usually have thick bark which mainly.

A. Reduces the rate of transpiration
B. Protect them from scorching sun
C. Protect them from heavy winds
D. Resist bush fires

Question 359:

• JAMB 2019

Competition among individuals of a population increases the

A. Number of organisms
B. Availability of nutrient supplied
C. Survival of the fittest
D. Enlargement of the territory

Question 360:

• JAMB 2019

Which of the following is a nitrifying bacterium?

A. Rhizobium
B. Nictrobacter
C. Azotobacter
D. Pseudomonas