Waec Biology 1996 Past Questions and Answers

Question 46:

• WAEC 1996

One of the ecological conditions which favour the spread of malaria is

A. Improper disposal of decaying organic matter
B. Clearing bushes around dwelling houses
C. Presence of water weeds
D. Presence of stagnant water in ponds
E. Improper disposal of sewage into the sea

Question 47:

• WAEC 1996

Which of the following resources is non-renewable?

A. Livestock
B. Minerals
C. Forest
D. Soil
E. Air

Question 48:

• WAEC 1996

The following are the effects of overgrazing except

A. Depletion of useful fodder crops
B. Soil and wind erosion of pastureland
C. Epidemic of cattle diseases
D. Migration of herdsmen
E. Scarcity of good pastureland

Question 49:

• WAEC 1996

Which of the following is not a way of conserving natural resources?

A. Adopting good farming practices
B. Establishing forest reserves
C. Establishing of game reserves
D. Encouraging poaching
E. Protecting the endangered species

Question 50:

• WAEC 1996

The need for conservation includes the following except to

A. Keep natural resources for future generations
B. Preserve them for scientific and recreational purposes
C. Maximise the use of natural resources
D. Make sure the natural resources are not used
E. Ensure that everybody benefits from the natural resources.