JAMB 2024 Biology Questions and Answer, JAMB Biology Past Questions and Answers

JAMB 2024 is a vital exam in Nigeria for college admission. It's administered by JAMB, covering subjects like Math, English, and Biology. Students need thorough preparation to excel and secure admission into their desired institutions.

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Updated Feb 23, 2024

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JAMB 2024 Biology Questions and Answer

1. A frog is able to carry out cutaneous respiration because

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A. The skin is rough and tough

B. The body is slim

C. The skin is moist, thin and vascularized

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D. It has no gills

ANS: The skin is moist, thin and vascularized

2. Which of the following combinations includes three structures all of which are found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

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A. Cellulose cell wall, chloroplast, cell membrane

B. Chloroplast, cell membranes, sap vacuole

C. Cellulose cell wall, chloroplast, sap vacuole

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D. Chloroplast, cell membrane, nucleus

ANS: Cellulose cell wall, chloroplast, sap vacuole

3. _______________ is not a non-seed plant

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A. Fern

B. Conifer

C. Cycad

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D. None of the above

ANS: Fern

4. Which of these organisms does not exist as a single free living cell?

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A. Paramecium

B. Volvox

C. Amoeba

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D. Euglena

ANS: Volvox

5. Cellulose and starch can be classified as one o the following

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A. Hydrocarbons

B. Sugars

C. Carbohydrates

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D. Alkaloids

ANS:  Carbohydrates

6. A key similarly between nervous and hormonal system is that both

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A. involve chemical transmission

B. have widespread effects

C. Shed chemicals into the blood stream

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D. evoke rapid response to eliminate response

ANS: involve chemical transmission

7. In aerobic respiration, oxidative phosphorylation takes place in

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A. Cytopasm

B. Lysosome

C. Mitochondrion

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D. Ribosomes

ANS: Mitochondrion

8. The significance of mitosis includes all of the following except

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A. genetic stability

B. growth

C. cell replacement

D. degeneration

ANS: degeneration

9. The one-seeded fruit in which the pericarp and seed coat have become fused together is known as

A. Achene

B. Samara

C. Caryopsis

D. Legume

ANS: Samara

10. A child with blood group different from those of both parents and with a mother of blood group OO, can only have a father of blood group

A. A

B. B

C. OO

D. AB

ANS: AB

11. Which of the following help root hair cells to take up water

A. Xylem

B. Thick outer wall

C. Vacuole

D. Large surface area

ANS: Xylem

12. Which of the following is the medium transportation of nutrients within unicellular organism?

A. Lymph

B. Plasma

C. Protoplasm

D. Serum

ANS: Protoplasm

13. When testing a leaf for starch, why is it first placed in a boiling water?

A. To extract the chlorophyll

B. To remove colour from the leaf

C. To dissolve the starch

D. To stop chemical reactions

ANS: To stop chemical reactions

14. Identical twins are produced under one of the following conditions

A. Two ova fertilized at the same time by the sperm

B. one ovum fertilized, divides to give two embryos

C. Ova fertilized by one sperm

D. one ovum fertilized by two sperms

ANS: Two ova fertilized at the same time by the sperm

Explanation: Single ovum fertilized and divides to give two embryos gives identical twins. Others will give non-identical living.

15. Which of the following tissues are made up of dead cells?

A. Palisade

B. Xylem vessels

C. Meristematic

D. Cambium

ANS: Xylem vessels.

16. Workers in deep mines usually suffer from dehydration because

A. water is lost due to evaporation

B. water is lost due to defecation

C. water is lost in the form of sweat

D. water is lost along with salts in the form of sweat

ANS: water is lost along with salts in the form of sweat

17. Which of the following is not organ?

A. Leaf

B. Heart

C. Kidney

D. Bone

ANS: Bone

18. The condition known as cretinism is caused by the deficiency of

A. Vitamin A

B. Insulin

C. Thyroxin

D. Vitamin C

ANS: Thyroxin

19. The type blood circulation in an organism with haemocoel is

A. double

B. Dosed

C. Singles

D. Open

ANS: Open

20. Lateral bud growth is inhibited by

A. Auxin

B. Gibberellins

C. Cytokinins

D. Ethylene

ANS: Ethylene

Study the list below and use it to answer questions 21 and 22. The vertebral column of mammals consists of the following; (I) Lumbar vertebrae (II) Thoracic vertebrae (III) Caudal Vertebrae (iv) Cervical vertebrae (V) Sacral vertebrae.

21. Which of the list above are found immediately next to the skull

A. I

B. II

C. III

D. IV

ANS: IV

22. Which of the list articulates with the pelvic girdle?

A. V

B. IV

C. III

D. II

ANS: V

23. The young shoot of a plant is referred to as

A. Radical

B. Plumule

C. Branch

D. Bud

ANS: Bud

24. The pryrenoid in Spirogyra:

A. usually contain starch

B. is suspended by cytoplasmic strands

C. is mainly used for respiration

D. excrete waste product

ANS: usually contain starch

25. How are savannah plants protected from bush fires? They

A. have sunken stomata

B. roll their leaves during hot days

C. have thick barks

D. always produce lowers

ANS: have thick barks

26. One of the following is characteristic of animal cell wall

A. Possession of cellulose cell wall

B. Absence of large vacuoles

C. Presence of chloroplasts

D. Presence of chromosomes

ANS: Presence of chloroplasts

27. A plant that lives on the surface of other plants without drawing nourishment or water from them is called

A. A parasite

B. A saprophyte

C. An epiphyte

D. A hermaphrodite

ANS: An epiphyte

Explanation: Example of an epiphyte is fern.

28. Oysters and sea cucumbers respectively belong to

A. arthropoda and echinoderm

B. echinoderm and crustacean

C. coelenterata and echinodern

D. mollusca and echinoderm

ANS: mollusca and echinoderm

28. Which of the following structures differentiates an animal cell from a plant cell?

A. Ribosomes

B. Cell membrane

C. Chloroplast

D. Mitochondrion

ANS: Chloroplast

29. A frog is able to carry out cutaneous respiration because

A. the skin is rough and tough

B. the body is slim

C. the skin is moist,thin and vascularized

D. It has no gills

ANS:  the skin is moist,thin and vascularized

30. A pair of genes expressed in a heterozygous individual is described as

A. Allele

B. Chromatid

C. Centromere

D. Dominant gene

ANS: Allele

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JAMB Biology Past Questions and Answers

1. Which of the following is the most inclusive level of classification in the Linnaean system?

A. Kingdom

B. Domain

C. Class

D. Phylum

ANS: Kingdom

2. Which of the following is a method of asexual reproduction in plants?

A .Pollination

B. Vegetative propagation

C. Seed dispersal

D. Fertilization

ANS: Vegetative propagation

3. Which of the following is the primary organ involved in gas exchange during respiration in humans?

A Diaphragm

B Bronchi

C Lungs

D Trachea

ANS: Lungs

4. Which of the following statements about the heart is true?

A The heart is responsible for the production of red blood cells

B .The heart pumps oxygenated blood to the lungs

C .The heart receives blood from the kidneys and filters waste products

D .The heart is a muscular organ that contracts to circulate blood throughout the body

ANS: The heart is a muscular organ that contracts to circulate blood throughout the body

5. Which of the following characteristics is typical of the phylum Arthropoda?

A .Radial symmetry

B .Closed circulatory system

C .Endoskeleton made of bones

D .Presence of a segmented body

ANS: Presence of a segmented body

6. Which process in the nutrient cycle converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize?

A .Denitrification

B .Nitrogen fixation

C .Ammonification

D .Nitrification

ANS: Nitrogen fixation

7. Most fishes do not sink in water because of the presence of:

I. swim bladder

II. air bladder

III. air sacs

IV. air in spongy bones

A.  II and III are correct

B .I and II are correct

C .I, II, III, and IV are correct

D .III and IV are correct

ANS: I and II are correct

8. A biome characterized by hot summer, warm winter and treeless vegetation is

A .Steppe grasslands

B .Temperate deserts

C .Savannah grassland

D .Tropical deserts

ANS: Steppe grasslands

9. Which of the following describes the inheritance of traits from parents to offspring?

A .Adaptation

B .Evolution

C .Natural selection

D .Genetics

ANS: Genetics  

10. Which of the following options correctly identifies excretory organs in animals?

A. Stomach, intestines, and bladder

B. Lungs, kidneys, and skin

C. Brain, spinal cord, and nerves

D. Heart, liver, and spleen

ANS: Lungs, kidneys, and skin

11. Which processes are involved in nutrient cycling in a functioning ecosystem?

A. Erosion, weathering, and sedimentation

B. Decomposition, evaporation, and precipitation

C. Nitrogen fixation, denitrification, and ammonification

D. Respiration, photosynthesis, and transpiration

ANS: Nitrogen fixation, denitrification, and ammonification

12. Which of the following eye defects is caused by the inability of the eye to focus light on the retina?

A. Glaucoma

B. Myopia

C. Cataracts

D. Astigmatism

ANS: Myopia

13. Which of the following is the correct classification of carbohydrates?

A. Lipid

B. Phytonutrient

C. Macronutrient

D. Micronutrient

ANS: Macronutrient

14. Which organs are part of the alimentary canal in the human digestive system?

A. Salivary glands, tongue, and pharynx

B. Large intestine, appendix, and rectum

C. Stomach, liver, and gallbladder

D. Esophagus, pancreas, and small intestine

ANS: Esophagus, pancreas, and small intestine

15. Which of the following statements about viruses is true?

A Viruses can reproduce outside of a host cell

B. Viruses require a host cell to replicate

C. Viruses possess a cellular structure

D. Viruses are living organisms

ANS: Viruses require a host cell to replicate

16. What is the definition of population ecology?

A. The study of interactions between organisms and their physical environment

B. The study of evolutionary processes and their effects on populations

C. The study of interactions between different populations in an ecosystem

D. The study of the distribution and abundance of individuals within a species

ANS: The study of the distribution and abundance of individuals within a species

17. Which of the following represents the correct hierarchical organization of life from the smallest to the largest scale?

A. Organs, tissues, cells, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems

B. Cells, organs, tissues, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems

C. Tissues, organs, cells, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems

D. Cells, tissues, organs, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems

ANS: Cells, tissues, organs, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems

18. Which of the following soil types becomes less fertile due to the intense leaching caused by tropical rains?

A. Yellow soil

B. Laterite soil

C. Red soils

D. Black soil

ANS: Laterite soil

19. Which of the following factors primarily affects the distribution of organisms in an ecosystem?

A. Wind speed

B. Soil pH

C. Temperature

D. Day length

ANS: Temperature

20. Which of the following statements is true regarding cell growth?

A. Cell growth is solely influenced by external factors

B. Cell growth is a continuous process throughout the life of a cell

C. Cell growth involves an increase in the number of organelles within a cell

D. Cell growth occurs by cell division

ANS: Cell growth occurs by cell division

21. The term cell was given by

A. Robert Hooke

B. Schwann

C. De Bary

D. Tatum

ANS: Robert Hooke

22. Which of the following statements is true regarding the urinary tubule in the excretory system?

A. The urinary tubule is responsible for the production of urine

B. The urinary tubule regulates the water and electrolyte balance in the body

C. The urinary tubule connects the kidneys to the bladder

D. The urinary tubule is the site of filtration of blood

ANS: The urinary tubule is responsible for the production of urine

23. Which of the following is an example of an abiotic ecological factor?

A. Temperature

B. Competition

C. Predation

D. Symbiosis

ANS: Temperature

24. Which type of reproduction involves the fusion of gametes from two parents?

A. Sexual reproduction

B. Asexual reproduction

C. Binary fission

D. Budding

ANS: Sexual reproduction

25. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Kingdom Plantae?

A. Presence of chloroplasts

B. Ability to perform photosynthesis

C. Lack of cell walls

D. Heterotrophic mode of nutrition

ANS: Presence of chloroplasts

26. Which of the following best describes the concept of trophic levels in a functioning ecosystem?

A. The levels of ecological interactions within an ecosystem

B. The levels of energy flow within an ecosystem

C. The levels of nutrient cycling within an ecosystem

D. The levels of biological diversity within an ecosystem

ANS: The levels of energy flow within an ecosystem

27. Which of the following statements is true regarding sexual reproduction in organisms?

A. It involves the fusion of gametes from two parents, resulting in offspring with genetic variation

B. It involves the production of offspring through a single parent, resulting in genetically identical offspring

C. It is a form of asexual reproduction where offspring are produced without the involvement of gametes

D. It does not involve the formation of gametes or the fusion of reproductive cells

ANS:  It involves the fusion of gametes from two parents, resulting in offspring with genetic variation

28. Which of the following is NOT a method of reproduction in animals?

A. Asexual reproduction

B. Budding

C. Sexual reproduction

D. Sporulation

ANS: Sporulation

29. Which of the following are components of the skeletal system in humans?

A. Cartilage and blood vessels

B. Ligaments and tendons

C. Muscles and nerves

D. Bones and joints

ANS: Bones and joints

30. Which of the following is an example of conserving resources in an ecosystem?

A. Excessive use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture

B. Introducing invasive species to an ecosystem

C. Implementing sustainable fishing practices

D. Cutting down trees for timber production

ANS: Implementing sustainable fishing practices

31. Which of the following statements is true regarding sex-linked traits?

A. Sex-linked traits are located on the sex chromosomes

B. Sex-linked traits are inherited only from the mother

C. Sex-linked traits are more commonly observed in females

D. Sex-linked traits are not influenced by hormonal factors

ANS: Sex-linked traits are located on the sex chromosomes

32. What is autotrophic nutrition?

A. Nutrition in which organisms obtain food by breaking down complex organic compounds.

B. Nutrition in which organisms obtain food from other organisms

C. Nutrition in which organisms obtain food by consuming both plants and animals

D. Nutrition in which organisms produce their own food using energy from the sun or inorganic substances

ANS: Nutrition in which organisms produce their own food using energy from the sun or inorganic substances

33. Which of the following is a plant hormone responsible for promoting cell elongation and growth?

A. Abscisic acid

B. Gibberellins

C. Ethylene

D. Cytokinins

ANS: Gibberellins

34. The membrane around the vacuole is known as

A. Elaioplast

B. Amyloplast

C. Tonoplast

D. Cytoplast

ANS: Tonoplast

35. Germination is the process in which a seed

A. Begins to photosynthesize

B. Develops into a mature plant

C. Absorbs nutrients from the soil

D. Breaks dormancy and starts to grow

ANS: Breaks dormancy and starts to grow

36. Which of the following is evidence of evolution?

A. Homologous structures in different species

B. Similarities in embryonic development

C. Fossils of extinct organisms

D. All of the above.

ANS: All of the above.

37. What is the term used to describe the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support indefinitely?

A. Ecological niche

B. Limiting factor

C. Carrying capacity

D. Density-dependent factor

ANS: Carrying capacity

38. Which of the following statements is true about the kingdom Fungi?

A. Fungi obtain nutrients by absorbing organic matter

B. Fungi are photosynthetic organisms

C. Fungi are multicellular organisms

D. Fungi reproduce through the formation of seeds

ANS: Fungi obtain nutrients by absorbing organic matter

39. Which of the following statements best describes courtship behaviors in animals?

A. Courtship behaviors are solely performed by males to establish dominance within a social group

B. Courtship behaviors involve displays and rituals performed by both males and females to attract a mate

C. Courtship behaviors are primarily performed by females to attract males for mating

D. Courtship behaviors are aggressive interactions between males competing for a female mate

ANS: Courtship behaviors involve displays and rituals performed by both males and females to attract a mate

40. Which of the following represents an example of ecological management and conservation through a biological association?

A. Construction of a dam for hydroelectric power

B. Introduction of an invasive species for pest control

C. Clear-cutting of a forest for timber extraction

D. Establishment of marine protected areas

ANS: Establishment of marine protected areas

41. Which of the following statements best describes the role of competition in the process of adaptation?

A. Competition leads to the selection of individuals with favorable traits for survival and reproduction

B. Competition ensures equal distribution of resources among individuals in a population

C. Competition leads to the development of new traits and adaptations in a population

D. Competition reduces the need for adaptations as individuals coexist peacefully

ANS: Competition leads to the selection of individuals with favorable traits for survival and reproduction

42. Which of the following processes is involved in the reproduction of developing organisms?

A. Budding

B. Germination

C. Fertilization

D. Pollination

ANS: Fertilization

43. Which of the following is a primary source of pollution in aquatic ecosystems?

A. Soil erosion

B. Industrial discharge

C. Air pollution

D. Deforestation

ANS:  Industrial discharge

44. The alternate form of a gene is

A. Alternate type

B. Dominant character

C. Recessive character

D. Allele

ANS: Allele

45. In monohybrid inheritance, if an organism carries two different alleles for a particular gene, it is called:

A. Homozygous

B. Dominant

C. Heterozygous

D. Recessive

ANS: Heterozygous

46.Which of the following is an example of conserving resources in an ecosystem?

A. Excessive use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture

B. Introducing invasive species to an ecosystem

C. Implementing sustainable fishing practices

D. Cutting down trees for timber production

ANS: Implementing sustainable fishing practices

47. Which gland is responsible for producing the hormone insulin?

A. Thyroid gland

B. Pituitary gland

C. Pancreas

D. Adrenal gland

ANS: Pancreas

48. Viviparity refers to the reproductive strategy in which

A. Offspring are produced by internal fertilization

B. Offspring are produced by external fertilization

C. Offspring develop and are nourished inside the female's body

D. Offspring develop and are nourished outside the female's body

ANS: Offspring develop and are nourished inside the female's body

49. What are the primary products of photosynthesis?

A. Carbon dioxide and water

B. Glucose and oxygen

C. Glucose and carbon dioxide

D. Oxygen and water

ANS: Glucose and oxygen

50. Which of the following best describes a natural habitat in ecology?

A. An area where organisms naturally live and interact with their surroundings

B. A human-created environment for wildlife conservation

C. A controlled laboratory setting for ecological experiments

D. A protected area for endangered species

ANS: An area where organisms naturally live and interact with their surroundings

51. Which of the following statements best describes pollination in plants?

A. Pollination is the process of transferring pollen from the stigma to the anther of a flower

B. Pollination is the process of transferring pollen from the anther to the stigma of a flower

C. Pollination is the process of releasing pollen into the air for dispersal

D. Pollination is the process of seed formation within a flower

ANS: Pollination is the process of transferring pollen from the anther to the stigma of a flower

52. Behavioral adaptation for dealing with a hot climate could include

A. Hibernating during the hottest part of the day

B. Large scales on the back of a lizard

C. Feeding during the hottest part of the day

D. A small kidney to conserve water

ANS: Hibernating during the hottest part of the day

53. The theory of evolution can be defined as

A. The belief that all species were created in their current form

B. The hypothesis that organisms strive to improve themselves over generations

C. The idea that species change over time through natural processes

D. The concept that evolution occurs through a series of sudden and dramatic changes

ANS:  The idea that species change over time through natural processes

54. Which of the following mechanisms is responsible for providing support in plants?

A. Muscles and bones

B. Exoskeleton

C. Endocrine system

D. Cell walls and turgor pressure

ANS: Cell walls and turgor pressure

55. Metamorphosis is a biological process that involves

A. The growth and development of an organism from a zygote to an adult

B. The change in form and structure during the life cycle of certain organisms

C. The regeneration of lost body parts in an organism

D. The transformation of an organism from an adult stage to a larval stage

ANS:  The change in form and structure during the life cycle of certain organisms

56. Which of the following plant tissues is responsible for transporting water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant?

A. Mesophyll

B. Xylem

C. Epidermis

D. Phloem

ANS: Xylem

57. Which of the following organs is primarily responsible for excretion in humans?

A. Liver

B. Pancreas

C. Kidneys

D. Lungs

ANS: Kidneys

58. Which of the following best describes physiological variation in biology?

A. Variations in the physiological processes and functions of organisms

B. Differences in physical characteristics and appearance within a population

C. Differences in behavior and social interactions among individuals

D. Variations in the genetic makeup of individuals within a species

ANS: Variations in the physiological processes and functions of organisms

59. Which of the following is a male reproductive organ in humans?

A. Uterus

B. Ovary

C. Testis

D. Fallopian tube

ANS: Testis

60. Which of the following describes the inheritance of traits from parents to offspring

A. Evolution

B. Adaptation

C. Genetics

D. Natural selection

ANS: Genetics

61. Which of the following is a characteristic of cells related to irritability?

A. Ability to respond to stimuli

B. Ability to synthesize proteins

C. Ability to generate energy

D. Ability to replicate DNA

ANS: Ability to respond to stimuli

62. What is the tissue responsible for transporting water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant?

A. Xylem

B. Epidermis

C.Parenchyma

D. Phloem

ANS:  Xylem

63. Which of the following blood vessels carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?

A. Arteries

B. Venules

C. Capillaries

D. Veins

ANS: Arteries

64. Which of the following is an evolutionary trend commonly observed in organisms?

A. Decreased complexity over time

B. Increased dependence on external resources

C. Increased genetic diversity within populations

D. Decreased adaptation to the environment

ANS:  Increased genetic diversity within populations

65. Which of the following is an example of a behavioral adaptation for survival in animals?

A. Sharp teeth

B. Migration

C. Wings

D. Camouflage

ANS: Migration

66. Which of the following is an example of a microorganism in action as a disease vector?

A. Fungi decomposing dead plant material

B. Mosquito transmitting malaria

C. Bacteria causing food poisoning

D. Algae producing oxygen through photosynthesis

ANS:  Mosquito transmitting malaria

67. Which component of blood is responsible for carrying oxygen to the body tissues?

A. Platelets

B. White blood cells

C. Red blood cells

D. Plasma

ANS: Red blood cells

68. Which of the following is an example of physiological variation in organisms?

A. Variation in blood pressure among individuals

B. Variation in beak shape among finches

C. Differences in fur color in rabbits

D. Variation in leaf shape in plants

ANS:  Variation in blood pressure among individuals

69. What is the primary source of variation in a population?

A. Gene flow

B. Mutation

C. Natural selection

D. Genetic drift

ANS : Mutation

70. Which of the following traits is not visible in a person with Down syndrome?

A. Short neck

B. High muscle tone

C. Small stature

D. Slant eyes

ANS:  High muscle tone

71. Which of the following is an example of an adaptation for survival in social insects?

A. Migration to warmer climates

B. Production of venom for defense

C. Formation of complex caste systems

D. Hibernation during winter months

ANS: Formation of complex caste systems

72. The natural place of an organism or community is known as

A. Niche

B. Habit

C. Biome

D. Habitat

ANS: Habitat

73. Which of the following is NOT a part of the alimentary canal?

A. Oesophagus

B. Large intestine

C. Liver

D. Small intestine

ANS: Liver

74. Which of the following functions is performed by the skin to help maintain homeostasis in the human body?

A. Regulation of body temperature

B. Filtration of blood

C. Production of hormones

D. Digestion of food

ANS: Regulation of body temperature

JAMB 2024

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JAMB 2024 Biology Questions and Answer - FAQs

1. What is JAMB 2024?

JAMB 2024 is a crucial examination for Nigerian students aiming to gain admission into tertiary institutions, covering various subjects and conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

2. What is JAMB responsible for?

JAMB is responsible for organizing entrance examinations into tertiary-level institutions in Nigeria, ensuring fairness and transparency in the admission process.

3. How many structures found in plant cells but not in animal cells are included in the given combination?

Three structures are Cellulose cell wall, chloroplast, sap vacuole

4. What type of circulation is present in an organism with haemocoel?

Open circulation type of circulation is present in an organism with haemocoel.

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