Waec Biology 1990 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• WAEC 1990

The stage of mitosis represented in the diagram is known as the

A. Telophase
B. Metaphase
C. Anaphase
D. Interphase
E. Prophase

Question 12:

• WAEC 1990

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

A. Gives the body its shape
B. Provides a framework on which internal organs are suspended
C. Protects soft and delicate parts of the body
D. Provides attachment for muscles
E. Contracts and relaxes to bring about movement

Question 13:

• WAEC 1990

What type of vertebra is represented in the diagram?

A. Atlas
B. Axis
C. Cervical vertebra
D. Sacrum
E. Lumbar vertebra

Question 14:

• WAEC 1990

The structure labelled A represents the

A. Transverse process
B. Neural spine
C. Neural canal
D. Centrum
E. Metapophysis

Question 15:

• WAEC 1990

Which of the following statements is not correct about the functions of each group
of mammalian vertebrae?

A. Cervical vertebrae support the neck
B. Thoracic vertebrae articulate with the ribs
C. Lumbar vertebrae provide attachment for abdominal muscles
D. Sacral vertebrae support the skull and allow nodding and rotating movements
E. Caudal vertebrae support the tail and provide attachment for tail muscle