POST UTME OSUSTECH 2025 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the finite speed of light. This phenomenon is known as
A. Aberation
B. Aberration
C. Refraction
D. Diffraction
Question 2
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Petroleum extraction
Question 3
A river has a discharge of 100 m3/s and a slope of 0.01. If the river is 100 km long, what is the total energy of the river?
A. The total energy of the river is 10,000 J.
B. The total energy of the river is 20,000 J.
C. The total energy of the river is 30,000 J.
D. The total energy of the river is 40,000 J.
Question 4
The population growth rate of a city is influenced by the _______ of its residents, which in turn affects the city's economic development.
A. age structure
B. sex ratio
C. education level
D. income distribution
Question 5
The map below shows the distribution of rainfall in Nigeria. Which of the following regions receives the highest amount of rainfall?
A. South-South
B. South-West
C. North-Central
D. North-East
Question 6
A farmer is considering using a new type of fertilizer that will increase crop yields. Which of the following soil properties should be considered when evaluating the fertilizer?
A. pH Level
B. Nutrient Content
C. Texture
D. Structure
Question 7
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 8
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into _______ through physical and chemical weathering.
A. sediments
B. regolith
C. soil particles
D. minerals
Question 9
A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 2% per annum. If the population is currently 50% urban, what will be the population of the urban area in 10 years?
A. The population of the urban area will be 150,000.
B. The population of the urban area will be 200,000.
C. The population of the urban area will be 250,000.
D. The population of the urban area will be 300,000.
Question 10
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. Which of the following is a characteristic of the circuit?
A. A closed loop
B. An open circuit
C. A series circuit
D. A parallel circuit
Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's depositional activity?
A. Delta
B. Barrier Island
C. Tombolo
D. Waterfall
Question 12
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt. Which of the following is NOT a feature of this belt?
A. Tall grasses
B. Acacia trees
C. Dense forests
D. Open woodlands
Question 13
A city with a high population density and a high level of economic activity is likely to have a
A. High level of air pollution
B. Low level of water pollution
C. High level of noise pollution
D. Low level of solid waste generation
Question 14
The Earth's magnetic field is generated by the movement of molten iron in its outer core. What is the primary process responsible for this movement?
A. Convection currents
B. Thermal expansion
C. Electromagnetic induction
D. Gravitational forces
Question 15
The process of plate tectonics is responsible for the formation of various landforms. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of plate tectonics?
A. Volcanoes
B. Mountains
C. Islands
D. Dunes

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