POST UTME AAUA 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm³. If a 5 cm³ sample weighs 6.25 g, what is the percentage of the sample that is made up of water?
A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 40%
D. 50%
Question 2
The process of soil erosion is influenced by several factors, including vegetation cover, rainfall intensity, and soil type. What is the primary factor that contributes to soil erosion?
A. Vegetation cover
B. Rainfall intensity
C. Soil type
D. All of the above
Question 3
The diagram below shows the different stages of the water cycle. Which of the following stages is NOT a part of the water cycle?
A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Photosynthesis
Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of the Earth's atmosphere. Which of the following layers is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere
Question 5
The diagram below shows the different vegetation belts in a tropical region. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT found in the tropical region?
A. Tropical Forest
B. Tropical Grassland
C. Desert
D. Temperate Forest
Question 6
In a population of 100,000, the birth rate is 20 per 1,000 and the death rate is 15 per 1,000. What is the rate of natural increase?
A. 5 per 1,000
B. 10 per 1,000
C. 15 per 1,000
D. 20 per 1,000
Question 7
The diagram below shows the structure of a rock. What is the name of the rock shown?
A. Igneous Rock
B. Sedimentary Rock
C. Metamorphic Rock
D. Foliated Rock
Question 8
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. However, the region is also prone to severe flooding due to its low elevation and high rainfall. What is the primary reason for the flooding in the Niger Delta?
A. The Niger Delta is located in a region with high rainfall.
B. The Niger Delta is a low-lying area with poor drainage.
C. The Niger Delta is affected by the Coriolis force.
D. The Niger Delta is not prone to flooding.
Question 9
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis force, which in turn influences the formation of weather patterns. However, the Coriolis force is most pronounced in regions with high latitudes. What is the primary reason for this phenomenon?
A. The Earth's rotation is slower at high latitudes.
B. The Coriolis force is weaker at high latitudes.
C. The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis force to be more pronounced at high latitudes.
D. The Coriolis force is not affected by latitude.
Question 10
The table below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of vegetation in a region. Which of the following types of vegetation is most likely to be found in a region with low rainfall?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Temperate rainforest
C. Desert
D. Grassland
Question 11
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
A. Azimuthal Equidistant Projection
B. Mercator Projection
C. Gall-Peters Projection
D. Robinson Projection
Question 12
The formation of rocks is influenced by several factors, including temperature, pressure, and the presence of minerals. What is the primary factor that contributes to the formation of igneous rocks?
A. Temperature
B. Pressure
C. Presence of minerals
D. All of the above
Question 13
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria can be attributed to its:
A. Rich oil and gas deposits
B. Fertile soil and agricultural products
C. Strategic location for trade and commerce
D. Abundant mineral resources
Question 14
A rock sample is found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm³. If the sample has a volume of 10 cm³, what is its mass?
A. 25 g
B. 25 g
C. 25 g
D. 25 g
Question 15
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several gases. Which of the following gases is NOT a major component of the Earth's atmosphere?
A. Nitrogen
B. Oxygen
C. Carbon Dioxide
D. Helium

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