Waec Geography 1997 Past Questions and Answers

Question 56:

• WAEC 1997

The substance that cements soil particles together is

A. Air
B. Nutrients
C. Sand
D. Colloid
E. Loam

Question 57:

• WAEC 1997

Soils of the rainforest are rich in humus because of the

A. Multiple species of trees
B. Dense vegetation cover
C. Large quantity of decayed leaves
D. Absence of sunlight at the surface
E. Heavy rainfall

Question 58:

• WAEC 1997

Using relevant sketches, distinguish between
(a) solstice and equinox
B. the earth's rotation and revolution
C. parallels of latitude and meridians of longitude

Question 59:

• WAEC 1997

(a) Discuss, using specific examples, any four factors that determine the pattern of movement of ocean currents the North Pacific Ocean
(b) Select any one cold current in the North Pacific Ocean and outline its effects on thE climate of the adjacent coastland

Question 60:

• WAEC 1997

4. With the aid of suitable diagrams describe the appearance and process of formation of any two of the following landforms
(a) Rock pedestal (b) Depression (c) Barchan (d) Inselberg