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Today, we’ll explore some General Biology past questions from GA (General Aptitude), focusing on cell structure, genetics, and molecular biology. This guide is ideal for students preparing for major exams such as JUPEB, WAEC, NECO, GCE, or even JAMB.
Let’s dive right into it!
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Question 1: Organelle Responsible for Energy Production
Which organelle is responsible for energy production in animal cells?
Options:
- A. Ribosome
- B. Mitochondrion
- C. Lysosome
- D. Golgi body
Correct Answer: B. Mitochondrion
Explanation:
The mitochondrion is often referred to as the “powerhouse of the cell” because it generates ATP, the cell’s energy currency.
Question 2: Phase of DNA Replication
DNA replication occurs in which phase of the cell cycle?
Options:
- A. G1 Phase
- B. S Phase
- C. G2 Phase
- D. M Phase
Correct Answer: B. S Phase
Explanation:
During the Synthesis (S) Phase, DNA is replicated in preparation for cell division.
Question 3: Organelle That Synthesizes Proteins
Which structure synthesizes proteins?
Options:
- A. Ribosome
- B. Nucleus
- C. Lysosome
- D. Vacuole
Correct Answer: A. Ribosome
Explanation:
Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis in cells. They translate genetic information into proteins.
Question 4: Difference Between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
Main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Options:
- A. Shape
- B. Size
- C. Presence of nucleus
- D. DNA content
Correct Answer: C. Presence of nucleus
Explanation:
Prokaryotic cells lack a true nucleus, while eukaryotic cells have a membrane-bound nucleus.
Question 5: ATP Production Site
ATP is produced during which cellular process?
Options:
- A. Photosynthesis
- B. Glycolysis
- C. Krebs Cycle
- D. Electron Transport Chain
Correct Answer: D. Electron Transport Chain
Explanation:
ATP is primarily produced during the electron transport chain, the final stage of aerobic respiration.
Question 6: Probability of Recessive Disorder Inheritance
What is the probability that a child inherits a recessive disorder if both parents are carriers?
Options:
- A. 0%
- B. 25%
- C. 50%
- D. 100%
Correct Answer: B. 25%
Explanation:
If both parents are heterozygous (carriers), the Mendelian Punnett square reveals a 25% chance of the offspring inheriting the recessive trait.
Question 7: RNA Base Identification
Which base is NOT found in RNA?
Options:
- A. Adenine
- B. Thymine
- C. Uracil
- D. Cytosine
Correct Answer: B. Thymine
Explanation:
Thymine is found in DNA. In RNA, it’s replaced by Uracil (U).
Question 8: Phenotypic Ratio of Dihybrid Cross
What is the phenotypic ratio in a typical dihybrid cross (AaBb x AaBb)?
Options:
- A. 1:1
- B. 3:1
- C. 9:3:3:1
- D. 1:2:1
Correct Answer: C. 9:3:3:1
Explanation:
A dihybrid cross between heterozygous parents gives a phenotypic ratio of 9:3:3:1 for two traits.
Question 9: Determinant of Child’s Sex
The sex of a child is determined by:
Options:
- A. Egg cell
- B. Sperm cell
- C. Both cells
- D. Hormones
Correct Answer: B. Sperm cell
Explanation:
Sperm cells can carry either an X or a Y chromosome, determining if the child is male (XY) or female (XX).
Question 10: Genetic Message Carriers
Which molecule carries genetic instructions from DNA to the ribosome?
Correct Answer: mRNA (messenger RNA)
Explanation:
mRNA transcribes information from DNA and carries it to the ribosome for translation into proteins.
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Final Thoughts
These 10 questions cover essential topics like:
- Cell biology
- Genetics
- Molecular biology
- Inheritance
Mastering them gives you a major edge in your JUPEB, WAEC, NECO, and JAMB Biology exams.
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