Jamb Geography 1993 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1993

The main effect of distance from the sea on rainfall is to reduce its?

A. Amount and seasonality
B. Amount and duration
C. Intensity and seasonality
D. Intensity and duration

Question 12:

• JAMB 1993

Mediterranean vegetation is described as xerophytic because it?

A. Requries abundant rainfall
B. Is drought resistant
C. Is heat tolerant
D. Is luxuriant is very cold conditions

Question 13:

• JAMB 1993

Which of the following is regarded as an active factor of soil formation?

A. Time
B. Climate
C. Parent material
D. Relief

Question 14:

• JAMB 1993

The inorganic component of an ecosystem is made up of?

A. Water and microbes
B. Plants and animals
C. Minerals and litter
D. Soil and climate

Question 15:

• JAMB 1993

The growth of population at a rate faster than the available resources may result in?

A. Underpopulation
B. Optimum population
C. Overpopulation
D. Aging population