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BIOLOGY PRACTICAL (2025)

PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. Carefully examine specimens A, B, C and D, and answer the questions that follow
(a) Identify specimen A
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i. Name the kingdom, phylum and class to which specimen A belongs.
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ii. State three (3) reasons for the answer of 1(a)(i)
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iii. Name three (3) adaptation for survival for specimen A
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iv. State two (3) observable features of specimen A
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v. What type of metamorphosis does specimen A undergo?
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vi. List three (3) control measures for Specimen A
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vii. Write three (3) economic importance of specimen A
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(b) Identify specimen B: ________________________________________________
i. What caused the hole observed in specimen B?
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ii. Write two (2) Observable features of specimen B.
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iii. What is the relationship between specimens A and B?
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iv. State two (2) effects of the condition observed in specimen B

By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.


PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
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v. What type of germination do specimen B undergo?
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vi. Briefly describe the type of germination mentioned in 1(b) (i)
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vii. Classify specimen B based on it life cycle.
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viii. State three (3) ways the damage to specimen B could have been prevented.
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(c) Identify specimen C: _____________________________________________________________
i. Mention the class of plants to which specimen C belongs
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ii. Make a drawing 8cm to 10 cm long, of the whole specimen C.

iii. List two (2) observable features of the stem


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iv. State one (1) function of the succulent leaves
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v. State three (3) economic uses of specimen C.

By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.


PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
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vi. Describe how you would propagate specimen C
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vii. State two (2) adaptation of specimen C to water conservation
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viii. Mention two (2) way specimen C differs from a woody plant
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(d) Identify specimen D: _____________________________________________________________


i. Name two (2) parts of specimen D
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ii. Make a fully labelled diagram 10 to 12 cm long of specimen D

iii. Mention the type of animal from which specimen D is obtained


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iv. State two (2) function of the structure in specimen D
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By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.
PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
v. Explain how specimen D is adapted to its function
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vi. Mention one (1) way in which specimen D differs from mammalian hair
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vii. State four (4) functions of the specimen D
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viii. State three (3) the adaptations of the specimen D
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2. Carefully examine specimens E, F, G and H, and answer the questions that follow

(a) Identify Specimen E: _____________________________________________________________


i. State the class to which Specimen E belongs.
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ii. Make a drawing 10 cm-12 cm long of specimen E

iii. Mention three (3) observable features of Specimen E.


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By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.


PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
iv. State three (3) uses of the specimen E to humans.
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v. What is the mode of propagation of the specimen E
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vi. Mention two parts seen in the longitudinal section of specimen E
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vii. How is Specimen E adapted to its mode of dispersal?
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viii. What type of placentation is found in a specimen E?
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(b) Identify Specimen F.: _________________________________________.
i. State the class to which the plant bearing Specimen F belongs.
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ii. Mention three (3) visible parts in the transverse section of the specimen F
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iii. What type of placentation is found in the specimen F?
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iv. List two (2) economic uses of Specimen F.
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v. Mention two (2) reasons why Specimen F is classified as a dicot.
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vi. Make a drawing 10 cm-12 cm long of specimen F

By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.


PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
vii. Mention three (3) observable difference specimen E and F
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viii. Mention three (3) observable similarities between specimen E and F.
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(c) Identify Specimen G: ____________________________________________
i. State the biological source of Specimen G
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ii. Classify the animal that specimen G is obtained from.
Kingdom: ____________________________
Phylum: _____________________________
Class: _______________________________
iii. State two (2) observable features of Specimen G.
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iv. What material makes up the shell of Specimen G
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v. Name four (4) internal parts of the egg.
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vi. What type of reproduction is associated with Specimen G?
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vii. What happens to the embryo if the egg is fertilized and incubated?
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viii. State whether the egg shown is fertilized or unfertilized.
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ix. State two (2) economic uses of eggs
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(d) In a tabular form state four (4) differences between specimens G and J
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By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.


PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
(e) Crack the egg and separate the egg white (albumen) from the yolk. Dilute a small quantity (about 2
ml) of the egg white with a little distilled water in a clean test tube.
i. Add few drops of sodium hydroxide solution and shake.
ii. Add a few drops (2–3 drops) of 1% copper (II) sulfate solution drop by drop while gently
shaking or stirring the solution.
iii. Records your observations

Test Observation Inference

(f) Identify specimen J: __________________________________________


(g) Make a drawing 6 cm – 8 cm long, of specimen J and label fully. One function each of any three (3)
parts labelled.

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By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.


PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)
By MR. AKINSOLA IBRAHIM OPEYEMI.
PRUDENCE SCHOOL (BIOLOGY TEACHER)

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Specimen A undergoes complete metamorphosis, transforming from a larval stage to a pupal stage before reaching adulthood. This process allows the organism to exploit different ecological niches during its life cycle, reducing intraspecific competition .

The observable features of specimen B, such as the holes in its structure and specific coloration, aid in its identification and classification. These features provide clues about its taxonomy based on physical and anatomical characteristics .

The damage observed in specimen B, likely caused by an external agent like herbivory or disease, can alter its ecological role by affecting its growth and reproductive capabilities. This, in turn, impacts food web dynamics and the availability of resources for other organisms .

The relationship between specimens A and B demonstrates a parasitic interaction, where specimen B causes damage to specimen A by creating holes, highlighting the negative impact of parasites on host organisms .

Specimen C conserves water through adaptations such as succulent leaves that store water and a thick cuticle to reduce transpiration. These features are crucial for survival in arid environments where water is scarce .

Specimen A is economically important as it can be a pest affecting crops, a subject for biological research, and potentially a source of nutrient cycling in ecosystems. These roles highlight its impact on both agriculture and ecological balance .

Specimen A exhibits adaptations such as camouflage for avoiding predators, specialized appendages for efficient locomotion, and physiological features to survive varying environmental conditions .

Specimen C has economic uses such as being a source of food, ornamental value in landscaping, and potential medicinal properties. These uses contribute significantly to human society by enhancing nutrition, aesthetic enjoyment, and health .

Specimen D differs from mammalian hair as it is a feather, adapted for flight and insulation, which mammalian hair cannot provide. This structural difference allows for functionalities like temperature regulation and aerodynamics in birds .

Specimen C is propagated through vegetative means, such as cuttings or leaf buds, which ensures genetic uniformity and quick establishment in its environment. These methods enable rapid colonization and resilience in its ecological niche .

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