POST UTME PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY 2022 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is an example of a ______________ process.
A. mechanical
B. chemical
C. biological
D. physical
Question 2
The solar system consists of eight planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other smaller bodies. Which of the following is a characteristic of the dwarf planets?
A. They are larger than the planets
B. They are smaller than the planets
C. They are composed of rock and metal
D. They are composed of gas and ice
Question 3
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical and chemical weathering. Which of the following is an example of a physical weathering process?
A. Freezing and thawing of water in rocks
B. Chemical reactions between rocks and acidic rainwater
C. Erosion of rocks by wind and water
D. Biological activity of plants and animals
Question 4
The Niger Delta is a major economic region in Nigeria, with a diverse range of natural resources, including oil, gas, and agricultural products. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture and fishing
B. Mining and quarrying
C. Manufacturing and construction
D. Tourism and hospitality
Question 5
The diagram below represents a cross-section of the Earth's lithosphere, showing the different layers and their characteristics. Which of the following is a characteristic of the lithosphere?
A. Is composed of tectonic plates
B. Is the layer where most of the Earth's weather occurs
C. Is the layer where meteors burn up
D. Is the layer where the atmosphere meets space
Question 6
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation. What is the name of the climate zone represented by the shaded area?
A. Tropical
B. Temperate
C. Continental
D. Polar
Question 7
The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon:
A. The Coriolis effect
B. The trade winds
C. The jet stream
D. The Hadley cell
Question 8
A city's population is growing at a rate of 3% per annum. If the current population is 500,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 625,000
B. 600,000
C. 550,000
D. 525,000
Question 9
The diagram below represents a map of the Niger Delta region, showing the different vegetation belts and landforms. Which of the following is a characteristic of the mangrove forest?
A. Has a high density of vegetation
B. Is found in areas with high rainfall
C. Is composed of salt-tolerant plants
D. Is a type of grassland
Question 10
The diagram below represents a cross-section of the Earth's crust, showing the different layers of rocks and landforms. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Earth's crust?
A. Highly compressible
B. Highly resistant to weathering
C. Composed of sedimentary rocks
D. Has a uniform thickness
Question 11
A map shows a region with a climate characterized by high temperatures and low humidity throughout the year. Which of the following vegetation belts is most likely to be found in this region?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Tropical savanna
C. Desert
D. Temperate grassland
Question 12
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere. Which of the following is an example of a type of plate boundary?
A. Divergent boundary
B. Convergent boundary
C. Transform boundary
D. All of the above
Question 13
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. Which of the following is a characteristic of the stratosphere?
A. High concentration of ozone
B. Low concentration of oxygen
C. High concentration of nitrogen
D. Low concentration of carbon dioxide
Question 14
The climate of a region is influenced by its latitude, altitude, and proximity to the ocean. Which of the following is an example of a region with a Mediterranean climate?
A. The Sahara Desert
B. The Amazon Rainforest
C. The Mediterranean region
D. The Himalayan Mountains
Question 15
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D

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