POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2024 Biology | Objective

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Question 1
In a eukaryotic cell, the process of mitosis is initiated by the breakdown of the nuclear envelope, which is triggered by the activation of the
A. S phase
B. G1 phase
C. G2 phase
Correct D. Prophase

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant root. Which of the following is the primary function of the root hair?
Correct A. Absorption of water and minerals
B. Transport of sugars and amino acids
C. Support and anchorage
D. Storage of food

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The reaction below shows the breakdown of glu\cose to produce ATP. Which of the following is the primary electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
A. NADH
B. FADH2
Correct C. Coenzyme Q
D. Cytochrome c

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a nerve cell. Which of the following is the primary function of the d\endrite?
A. Transmission of nerve impulses
Correct B. Reception of nerve impulses
C. Storage of nerve impulses
D. Synthesis of neurotransmitters

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The Hardy-Weinberg principle states that the frequency of a gene in a population remains cons\tant from generation to generation if the following conditions are met. Which of the following is NOT a condition for the Hardy-Weinberg principle?
A. Random mating
B. No mutation
C. No gene flow
Correct D. Cons\tant population size

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The process of meiosis in a diploid cell results in the production of four haploid cells. Which of the following statements about meiosis is correct?
A. Meiosis is a type of mitosis.
B. Meiosis results in the production of four diploid cells.
C. Meiosis is a type of asexual reproduction.
Correct D. Meiosis results in the production of four haploid cells.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The human nervous system consists of the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). Which of the following is a function of the PNS?
A. To regulate body temperature.
Correct B. To transmit sensory information to the CNS.
C. To control voluntary movements.
D. To regulate heart rate.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The process of osmoregulation in animals involves the regulation of the concentration of solutes in the body fluids. Which of the following is an example of osmoregulation?
A. The process of excretion of waste products.
B. The process of regulating body temperature.
C. The process of maintaining a cons\tant blood pH.
Correct D. The process of regulating the concentration of solutes in the body fluids.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The theory of evolution by natural selection was first proposed by Charles Darwin in his book 'On the Origin of Species'. Which of the following is a key concept of this theory?
A. The idea that species are fixed and unchanging.
Correct B. The idea that species evolve over time through the process of natural selection.
C. The idea that the environment is the primary driver of evolution.
D. The idea that evolution occurs through the process of genetic drift.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The human eye is a complex organ that is responsible for detecting light and transmitting visual information to the brain. Which of the following is a function of the retina?
A. To detect light.
Correct B. To transmit visual information to the brain.
C. To regulate pupil size.
D. To focus light on the retina.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The nervous system's coordination is primarily achieved through the transmission of electrical and chemical signals between neurons. Which of the following best describes the process of synaptic transmission?
Correct A. The release of neurotransmitters from the presynaptic neuron causes a depolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
B. The binding of neurotransmitters to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron causes a hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
C. The release of neurotransmitters from the presynaptic neuron causes a hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
D. The binding of neurotransmitters to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron causes a depolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The sense organ responsible for detecting changes in sound pressure is the?
Correct A. Ear
B. Eye
C. Nose
D. Mouth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The classification of living things is based on the following characteristics, EXCEPT:
A. Cell structure
B. Metabolism
C. Genetic makeup
Correct D. Behavior

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The tissue type that consists of a group of similar cells that are not bound together by a basement membrane is the?
A. Epithelial tissue
Correct B. Connective tissue
C. Muscle tissue
D. Nervous tissue

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The organ system responsible for the production of hormones that regulate growth and development is the?
Correct A. Endocrine system
B. Nervous system
C. Circulatory system
D. Respiratory system

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The type of reproduction that involves the production of offspring without the fusion of gametes is?
Correct A. Asexual reproduction
B. Sexual reproduction
C. Binary fission
D. Mitosis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The process by which the body maintains homeostasis in response to changes in the environment is?
Correct A. Regulation
B. Integration
C. Coordination
D. Control

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The type of tissue that is composed of a group of cells that are bound together by a basement membrane is the?
Correct A. Epithelial tissue
B. Connective tissue
C. Muscle tissue
D. Nervous tissue

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The organ system responsible for the production of hormones that regulate growth and development is the?
Correct A. Endocrine system
B. Nervous system
C. Circulatory system
D. Respiratory system

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The type of reproduction that involves the fusion of gametes is?
A. Asexual reproduction
Correct B. Sexual reproduction
C. Binary fission
D. Mitosis

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The process by which the body maintains homeostasis in response to changes in the environment is?
A. Regulation
B. Integration
C. Coordination
D. Control

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 22
In a eukaryotic cell, the process of photosynthesis occurs in the
A. Mitochondria
Correct B. Chloroplast
C. Nucleus
D. Endoplasmic reticulum

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Identify the part labeled A.
Correct A. Cell wall
B. Cytoplasm
C. Nucleus
D. Vacuole

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The xylem and phloem are the two types of tissues found in the
A. Root
Correct B. Stem
C. Leaf
D. Flower

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The diagram below shows the structure of the human eye. Identify the part labeled B.
A. Cornea
Correct B. Iris
C. Lens
D. Retina

Correct Answer: B

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