POST UTME FUTO 2019 Biology | Objective

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Question 1
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'?
Correct A. 0.64
B. 0.36
C. 0.16
D. 0.04

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A diagram of a neuron is shown below. What is the function of the structure labeled 'D'?
Correct A. To transmit signals to other neurons
B. To receive signals from other neurons
C. To store information
D. To synthesize neurotransmitters

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
A population of E. coli is growing in a nutrient-rich environment. If the initial population size is 100 cells and the population doubles every 2 hours, what is the population size after 6 hours?
A. 1600
B. 3200
Correct C. 6400
D. 12800

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A diagram of the human eye is shown below. What is the function of the structure labeled 'E'?
Correct A. To focus light on the retina
B. To regulate the amount of light entering the eye
C. To detect light
D. To transmit signals to the brain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A population of yeast is growing in a nutrient-rich environment. If the initial population size is 100 cells and the population triples every 3 hours, what is the population size after 9 hours?
A. 900
B. 2700
Correct C. 8100
D. 24300

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
In the process of osmoregulation, what is the primary mechanism by which the kidneys regulate the concentration of ions in the blood?
Correct A. Active transport of ions across the renal tubules
B. Passive diffusion of ions through the renal tubules
C. Excretion of excess ions through the urine
D. Reabsorption of ions from the filtrate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A plant cell is placed in a solution with a high concentration of sucrose. What will happen to the cell?
Correct A. The cell will swell and eventually burst
B. The cell will shrink due to water loss
C. The cell will remain unchanged
D. The cell will undergo mitosis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
A population of rabbits is introduced to a new island with an abundance of food and no natural predators. What will happen to the population over time?
A. The population will remain cons\tant
B. The population will decrease due to competition for resources
Correct C. The population will increase exponentially
D. The population will stabilize at a carrying capacity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A diagram of the human eye is shown below. What is the function of the part labeled 'A'?
Correct A. To focus light on the retina
B. To detect movement
C. To regulate the amount of light entering the eye
D. To produce tears

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A diagram of the human circulatory system is shown below. What is the function of the part labeled 'B'?
A. To pump blood throughout the body
Correct B. To carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart
C. To carry deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs
D. To regulate blood pressure

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
In the context of osmoregulation, what is the primary function of the hypothalamus in regulating thirst and hunger?
Correct A. To maintain fluid balance and electrolyte balance
B. To regulate body temperature
C. To control blood pressure
D. To stimulate digestion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A researcher studying the evolution of a particular species discovers that the species has undergone a significant change in its morpho\logy over time. Which of the following evolutionary mechanisms is most likely responsible for this change?
Correct A. Natural selection
B. Genetic drift
C. Gene flow
D. Mutation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
A diagram of a plant cell is shown below. What is the function of the structure labeled 'A'?
A. To synthesize proteins
Correct B. To store genetic information
C. To regulate cell growth
D. To transport materials

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A diagram of a simple e\cosystem is shown below. What is the role of the species labeled 'X' in this e\cosystem?
Correct A. Primary producer
B. Primary consumer
C. Decomposer
D. Omnivore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
A researcher studying the eco\logy of a particular biome discovers that the biome is characterized by a high level of biodiversity. Which of the following factors is most likely responsible for this high level of biodiversity?
A. High levels of rainfall
B. High levels of sunlight
C. High levels of temperature variation
Correct D. High levels of nutrient availability

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
In a typical e\cosystem, what is the primary function of the excretory system in relation to osmoregulation?
Correct A. To regulate the concentration of ions and water in the body
B. To remove waste products from the body
C. To maintain a stable pH level in the body
D. To regulate body temperature

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A plant cell is placed in a solution with a high concentration of sucrose. What will happen to the cell?
A. The cell will shrink due to water loss
Correct B. The cell will swell due to water uptake
C. The cell will remain unchanged
D. The cell will burst due to osmotic pressure

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A person with a respiratory disease is prescribed a medication that helps to relax the muscles in the airways. What is the primary function of this medication?
Correct A. To increase the diameter of the airways
B. To decrease the diameter of the airways
C. To increase the rate of breathing
D. To decrease the rate of breathing

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A diagram of the human eye is shown below.
A. The cornea
B. The iris
Correct C. The retina
D. The lens

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
A person is unable to hear a sound at a frequency of 2000 Hz. What is the most likely cause of this problem?
A. A problem with the middle ear
Correct B. A problem with the inner ear
C. A problem with the auditory nerve
D. A problem with the brain

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
In the xylem transport system, what is the primary function of the tracheids?
Correct A. Transport of water and minerals from roots to leaves
B. Transport of sugars and amino acids from leaves to roots
C. Transport of gases between leaves and roots
D. Transport of waste products from leaves to roots

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
What is the term for the process by which an organism's genetic information is passed from one generation to the next?
A. Mutation
B. Genetic drift
C. Natural selection
Correct D. Heritability

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
In the process of cellular respiration, what is the byproduct of glycolysis?
A. ATP
B. NADH
C. FADH2
Correct D. Pyruvate

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
What is the term for the process by which an organism grows and develops?
A. Mitosis
B. Meiosis
Correct C. Growth and development
D. Differentiation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
In the human body, what is the primary function of the nervous system?
A. To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells
B. To remove waste products from cells
Correct C. To transmit nerve impulses
D. To regulate body temperature

Correct Answer: C

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