POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. What is the primary consequence of this effect on global climate?
A. The formation of high and low-pressure systems
B. The creation of ocean currents and gyres
C. The distribution of precipitation patterns
D. The formation of mountain ranges
Question 2
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical, chemical, and biological means. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Human activities
D. Plate tectonics
Question 3
The process by which the Earth's plates move apart at a divergent boundary is known as
A. Seafloor Spreading
B. Continental Drift
C. Plate Tectonics
D. Rifting
Question 4
The geography of Nigeria is characterized by a diverse range of physical features, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Which of the following is a notable feature of the Jos Plateau?
A. High altitude
B. Low altitude
C. High rainfall
D. Low rainfall
Question 5
The diagram below represents a simple harmonic motion. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Question 6
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the expected rate of population growth?
A. 2.5% per annum
B. 3.5% per annum
C. 4.5% per annum
D. 5.5% per annum
Question 7
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. However, the Coriolis effect is more pronounced in the Northern Hemisphere than in the Southern Hemisphere. What is the primary reason for this difference?
A. The Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape
B. The difference in landmass distribution between the two hemispheres
C. The variation in atmospheric pressure between the two hemispheres
D. The Coriolis effect is not influenced by the hemisphere
Question 8
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a soil profile. What is the name of the soil layer labeled 'C'?
A. Topsoil
B. Subsoil
C. Regolith
D. Bedrock
Question 9
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. What type of landform is the valley?
A. A canyon
B. A valley
C. A plateau
D. A mountain
Question 10
The diagram below shows a map of the world's major climate zones. What is the name of the climate zone labeled 'B'?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Tundra
Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a river delta?
A. It is formed by the deposition of sediment
B. It is a landform that is shaped like a triangle
C. It is a region of high elevation
D. It is a region of low elevation
Question 12
The diagram below shows the structure of a soil profile. Which of the following is a characteristic of the B horizon?
A. High concentration of organic matter
B. High concentration of iron and aluminum oxides
C. High concentration of calcium carbonate
D. High concentration of clay minerals
Question 13
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major consequence of this geography?
A. Increased risk of flooding
B. Higher population density
C. Greater economic opportunities
D. More frequent droughts
Question 14
The diagram below represents a simple circuit. Which of the following statements is true about the circuit?
A. The circuit is a series circuit.
B. The circuit is a parallel circuit.
C. The circuit is a combination of series and parallel circuits.
D. The circuit is a closed circuit.
Question 15
The formation of laterite soils in Nigeria is primarily due to the weathering of which type of rocks?
A. Igneous rocks
B. Sedimentary rocks
C. Metamorphic rocks
D. Volcanic rocks

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