POST UTME FUTA 2019 Biology | Objective

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Question 1
In a closed e\cosystem, what is the primary mechanism by which energy is transferred from one trophic level to the next?
Correct A. Decomposition
B. Herbivory
C. Detritivory
D. Omnivory

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A population of rabbits is growing according to the \logistic growth model. If the carrying capacity is 1000 individuals and the initial population is 100, what is the population size after 5 time units?
A. 500
B. 750
Correct C. 900
D. 950

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
A diagram of a plant cell is shown below. Identify the part labeled A.
Correct A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
C. Cell Wall
D. Chloroplast

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. 2 cm
Correct B. 3 cm
C. 4 cm
D. 5 cm

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A diagram of a titration setup is shown below. What is the purpose of the burette?
Correct A. To measure the volume of the acid
B. To measure the volume of the base
C. To mix the acid and base
D. To measure the pH of the solution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In a tropical rainforest e\cosystem, the primary consumers are primarily composed of which of the following groups?
Correct A. Herbivorous insects
B. Fruit-eating bats
C. Large ungulates
D. Fungi

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A plant cell undergoes mitosis to produce two daughter cells. Which of the following structures is responsible for the separation of chromosomes during this process?
A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
Correct C. Centrioles
D. Chloroplast

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
A patient is diagnosed with a bacterial infection. Which of the following types of antibiotics is most likely to be prescribed?
Correct A. Penicillin
B. Tetracycline
C. Cephalosporin
D. Sulfonamide

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A diagram of the human eye is shown below. Which of the following structures is responsible for the accommodation of light?
A. Cornea
B. Iris
Correct C. Lens
D. Retina

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
A diagram of the human digestive system is shown below. Which of the following structures is responsible for the absorption of nutrients?
A. Mouth
B. Esophagus
C. Stomach
Correct D. Small intestine

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
In the context of excretion and osmoregulation, what is the primary function of the kidneys in maintaining electrolyte balance?
Correct A. To regulate the concentration of ions in the blood
B. To remove excess water from the body
C. To maintain acid-base balance
D. To regulate blood pressure

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A diagram of a plant cell is shown below. Identify the part labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
C. Chloroplast
D. Vacuole

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
In the context of classification of living things, what is the primary criterion for distinguishing between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Correct A. Presence of a true nucleus
B. Presence of mitochondria
C. Presence of a cell wall
D. Presence of a plasma membrane

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
A diagram of a human brain is shown below. Identify the part labeled 'B'?
A. Cerebrum
Correct B. Cerebellum
C. Brainstem
D. Spinal cord

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
In the context of cell structure, functions, and division, what is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To synthesize lipids
Correct C. To modify and package proteins and lipids
D. To degrade proteins and lipids

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
In a population of Drosophila melanogaster, the frequency of the recessive allele 'a' is 0.2. If the population is in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, what is the frequency of the homozygous dominant genotype 'AA'?
A. 0.36
Correct B. 0.64
C. 0.8
D. 0.92

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A researcher is studying the effect of pH on the growth of Escherichia coli. The researcher measures the growth rate of the bacteria at different pH levels and plots the data on a graph. Which of the following types of graphs would best represent the data?
A. Bar Graph
Correct B. Line Graph
C. Scatter Plot
D. Histogram

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A species of bird has a unique mating system where individuals form long-term monogamous pairs. What is the primary advantage of this mating system?
A. Increased reproductive success
Correct B. Improved parental care
C. Enhanced mate choice
D. Reduced mate competition

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
A researcher is studying the effect of temperature on the growth of a microorganism. The researcher measures the growth rate of the microorganism at different temperatures and plots the data on a graph. Which of the following types of graphs would best represent the data?
A. Bar Graph
Correct B. Line Graph
C. Scatter Plot
D. Histogram

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A species of plant has a unique adaptation that allows it to survive in environments with high levels of salt. What is the primary mechanism of this adaptation?
Correct A. Salt exclusion
B. Salt tolerance
C. Salt accumulation
D. Salt excretion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
In a tropical rainforest e\cosystem, the primary consumers are primarily herbivores that feed on the abundant plant life. Which of the following is a characteristic of these primary consumers?
Correct A. They have a high metabolic rate to digest cellulose in plant cell walls.
B. They have a low metabolic rate to conserve energy for reproduction.
C. They have a specialized digestive system to break down plant toxins.
D. They have a large body size to intimidate predators.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A researcher studying the population dynamics of a species of deer in a forest e\cosystem observes that the population size fluctuates over time. Which of the following factors could contribute to these fluctuations?
A. Predation by a predator species with a variable population size.
Correct B. Environmental factors such as climate change and habitat fragmentation.
C. Disease outbreaks and parasites that affect the deer population.
D. Human activities such as hunting and poaching.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A scientist studying the nutrient cycle in a forest e\cosystem discovers that the decomposition of organic matter is slowed down by the presence of certain microorganisms. Which of the following microorganisms could be responsible for this phenomenon?
Correct A. Fungi that form symbiotic relationships with plant roots.
B. Bacteria that break down organic matter into simpler compounds.
C. Actinomycetes that produce antibiotics to inhibit other microorganisms.
D. Nematodes that feed on other microorganisms and slow down decomposition.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
A bio\logist studying the digestive system of a herbivorous mammal observes that the large intestine is longer than usual and contains a high concentration of microbes. Which of the following functions could this adaptation serve?
Correct A. To break down cellulose in plant cell walls and extract nutrients.
B. To produce vitamins and other essential nutrients that are not obtained from the diet.
C. To regulate the pH of the gut and maintain a stable environment for microbes.
D. To store water and electrolytes and maintain proper hydration.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A taxonomist studying the classification of living organisms observes that a particular species of plant has characteristics that are intermediate between two different kingdoms. Which of the following methods could be used to resolve this ambiguity?
A. Morpho\logical analysis of the plant's structure and development.
Correct B. Molecular analysis of the plant's DNA and proteins.
C. Phy\logenetic analysis of the plant's evolutionary relationships.
D. Eco\logical analysis of the plant's interactions with its environment.

Correct Answer: B

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