POST UTME DELSU 2024 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
What is the primary factor that determines the distribution of population in Nigeria?
A. Availability of arable land
B. Accessibility to transportation
C. Availability of water resources
D. Availability of fertile soil
Question 2
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a deltaic deposit. What is the likely effect of the delta's sedimentation on the surrounding landscape?
A. The delta will erode the surrounding coastline.
B. The delta will deposit sediment on the surrounding coastline.
C. The delta will create a new coastline.
D. The delta will stabilize the surrounding coastline.
Question 3
The concept of sustainable development is closely related to the idea of environmental management. Discuss the relationship between sustainable development and environmental management, using the Brundtland Commission's definition of sustainable development as a reference.
A. Sustainable development is a process that aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
B. Environmental management is a subset of sustainable development, focusing on the conservation and protection of natural resources.
C. Sustainable development is a goal-oriented approach to environmental management, prioritizing economic growth and social development.
D. Sustainable development and environmental management are mutually exclusive concepts, with the former prioritizing economic growth and the latter prioritizing environmental protection.
Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
A. Mitochondria
B. Chloroplast
C. Ribosomes
D. Lysosome
Question 5
What is the process by which soil is formed through the weathering of rocks?
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Soil formation
Question 6
A rock is composed of a mixture of minerals, including quartz, feldspar, and mica. Discuss the geological processes that have shaped the rock, including the formation of the minerals and the rock's texture.
A. The rock was formed through the process of magmatic differentiation, where the minerals were separated from the magma based on their density.
B. The rock was formed through the process of metamorphism, where the minerals were altered by heat and pressure.
C. The rock was formed through the process of sedimentation, where the minerals were deposited from a solution.
D. The rock was formed through the process of weathering, where the minerals were broken down by wind and water.
Question 7
A rock sample is found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm³ and a volume of 10 cm³. What is the mass of the rock sample?
A. 25 g
B. 50 g
C. 75 g
D. 100 g
Question 8
A map is a representation of the Earth's surface, showing the location of features such as mountains, rivers, and cities. Discuss the importance of maps in geography, including their use in navigation, planning, and research.
A. Maps are essential for navigation, as they provide a visual representation of the Earth's surface and help to identify the location of features.
B. Maps are important for planning, as they provide a visual representation of the Earth's surface and help to identify the location of features.
C. Maps are essential for research, as they provide a visual representation of the Earth's surface and help to identify the location of features.
D. Maps are not essential for any of these activities, as they can be replaced by other forms of representation.
Question 9
A river is flowing through a region with a high level of tectonic activity. What is the likely effect of the river's flow on the surrounding landscape?
A. The river will erode the surrounding landscape.
B. The river will deposit sediment on the surrounding landscape.
C. The river will create a new channel.
D. The river will stabilize the surrounding landscape.
Question 10
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments through the action of ice is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 11
The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of industry in a region. Which of the following types of industry is most likely to be found in a region with high rainfall?
A. Agricultural industry
B. Manufacturing industry
C. Service industry
D. Construction industry
Question 12
Using the concept of plate tectonics, explain how the movement of the Earth's lithosphere can lead to the formation of earthquakes.
A. The movement of the Earth's lithosphere can lead to the formation of earthquakes due to the interaction between the moving plates and the rigid mantle.
B. The movement of the Earth's lithosphere can lead to the formation of earthquakes due to the interaction between the moving plates and the liquid outer core.
C. The movement of the Earth's lithosphere can lead to the formation of earthquakes due to the interaction between the moving plates and the solid inner core.
D. The movement of the Earth's lithosphere can lead to the formation of earthquakes due to the interaction between the moving plates and the atmosphere.
Question 13
Using the concept of the carbon cycle, explain how the burning of fossil fuels can lead to an increase in the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
A. The burning of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is then absorbed by plants and converted into oxygen.
B. The burning of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is then absorbed by the oceans and converted into bicarbonate.
C. The burning of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is then absorbed by the atmosphere and converted into carbonic acid.
D. The burning of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is then absorbed by the atmosphere and converted into a greenhouse gas.
Question 14
The diagram below shows a map of a city. Which of the following features is NOT typically found in a city?
A. Park
B. School
C. Mountain range
D. Forest
Question 15
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for photosynthesis?
A. Mitochondria
B. Chloroplast
C. Vacuole
D. Nucleus

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