POST UTME UI 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation is influenced by the type of rocks that are weathered. Which of the following rocks is most likely to produce a soil with high pH?
A. Granite
B. Basalt
C. Sandstone
D. Limestone
Question 2
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. What is the term for the area of the river where the water is deepest?
A. thalweg
B. channel
C. floodplain
D. delta
Question 3
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. What is the primary mineral resource found in this region?
A. Coal
B. Iron ore
C. Copper
D. Gold
Question 4
The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the rate of soil erosion. Which of the following is the CORRECT interpretation of the diagram?
A. As rainfall increases, soil erosion decreases.
B. As rainfall increases, soil erosion increases.
C. Soil erosion is independent of rainfall.
D. Rainfall has no effect on soil erosion.
Question 5
A rock sample is analyzed and found to have a composition of 50% quartz, 30% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the percentage of the rock that is composed of mica?
A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%
Question 6
The Kainji Dam in Nigeria is a major source of hydroelectric power. What is the primary benefit of this dam?
A. Flood control
B. Irrigation
C. Fisheries development
D. Hydroelectric power generation
Question 7
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation in a region. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the graph?
A. Temperature and precipitation are directly proportional
B. Temperature and precipitation are inversely proportional
C. Precipitation increases during the rainy season
D. Precipitation decreases during the dry season
Question 8
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
C. River erosion and deposition
D. Sea level changes
Question 9
The population of a city is increasing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
C. 120,000
D. 125,000
Question 10
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Petroleum extraction
Question 11
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Which of the following is the CORRECT function of the cell wall?
A. To regulate the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
B. To provide support and structure to the cell.
C. To synthesize proteins and other biomolecules.
D. To store genetic information.
Question 12
The Niger River is the primary source of hydroelectric power in Nigeria. What is the primary factor limiting the potential of this hydroelectric power?
A. Water scarcity
B. Geological instability
C. Seasonal variations in water flow
D. Technical limitations
Question 13
A map is drawn to a scale of 1:50,000. If the distance between two points on the map is 5 cm, what is the actual distance between the points in meters?
A. 100 m
B. 500 m
C. 1000 m
D. 5000 m
Question 14
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 121,250
B. 110,000
C. 105,000
D. 90,000
Question 15
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of weather patterns. What is the primary reason for the Coriolis effect?
A. The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect.
B. The Coriolis effect is caused by the Earth's orbit around the Sun.
C. The Coriolis effect is a result of the Earth's magnetic field.
D. The Coriolis effect is caused by the rotation of the atmosphere.

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