JAMB UTME Biology Past Questions (2012)
This resource provides a comprehensive set of past questions from the 2012 JAMB UTME Biology examination. It is designed to help students familiarize themselves with the exam format, question types, and key topics frequently tested. By working through these questions, candidates can identify areas of strength and weakness, reinforce their knowledge, and build confidence for the actual examination.
About This Exam
This resource provides a comprehensive set of past questions from the 2012 JAMB UTME Biology examination. It is designed to help students familiarize themselves with the exam format, question types, and key topics frequently tested. By working through these questions, candidates can identify areas of strength and weakness, reinforce their knowledge, and build confidence for the actual examination.
Topics Covered
Exam Structure
- Question Formatmcq
- Total Questions50
- Estimated Duration17 minutes
- Difficulty LevelMedium
Learning Objectives
- •Understand the structure and function of cell organelles.
Prerequisites
A solid understanding of senior secondary school Biology curriculum is recommended.
Sample Questions
Get a taste of what to expect in the full exam.
The diseases caused by water-borne pathogens include
gonorrhoea and poliomyelitis
typhoid and syphilis
tuberculosis and cholera
typhoid and cholera
Which of the following is a polysaccharide?
Glucose
Sucrose
Maltose
Cellulose
The short thick break in birds is an adaptation for
crushing seeds
sucking nectar
tearing flash
straining mud
Which of the following possesses mammary gland?
Dogfish
whale
shark
catfish
Plants that show secondary growth usually found among the
thallophytes
pteridophytes
monocotyledons
dicotyledons
Which of the following is the lowest category of classification?
Class
Species
Genus
Countershading is an adaptive feature that enables animals to
fight enemies
remain undetected
warn enemies
attract mates
The basking of Agama lizards in the sun is to
change the colour of their body
raise their body temperature to become active
fight to defend their territories
attract the female for courtship
The developing embryo is usually contained in the part labelled
IV
III
II
I
The autonomic nervous system consists of neurons that control the
voluntary muscles
heart beat
tongue
hands
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How to Prepare
Key Preparation Tips
- Solve all questions under timed conditions to simulate the actual exam.
Mistakes to Avoid
- •Misinterpreting diagrams or graphs.
Success Criteria
Achieving a high score, typically above 70%, indicates strong preparedness for the JAMB UTME Biology exam.
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