Geography 2004 Jamb Examination
Geography 2004 Jamb Examination
Question 21
The mass of air whose isobars form a circular shape, with low pressure in the centre and increasing towards the outside, is known as?
A circular system of isobars with low pressure at the centre and increasing outward indicates a cyclone. Hurricanes and typhoons are regional names for tropical cyclones, but the general term is 'cyclone'.
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Question 22
The process by which organic matter is decomposed and synthesized to form part of the soil is known as?
The decomposition and transformation of organic matter into humus, enriching the soil, is called humification.
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Question 23
In a ecosystem, bacteria and some other microscopic organisms are best described as?
Bacteria and fungi break down dead organic matter into simpler compounds, making them primary decomposers in ecosystems.
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Question 24
The process whereby water changes from liquid to gaseous state is called?
The change of water from liquid state to gaseous state under heat is called evaporation.
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Question 25
A serious environmental hazard which causes both vertical and lateral displacement of part of the earth's crust is?
Earthquakes cause sudden vertical and lateral displacement of parts of the earth's crust due to tectonic activities.
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Question 26
If the standard time of a country is GMT + 1hr, which longitude's local time is adopted by the country?
Every 15° of longitude corresponds to 1 hour time difference. GMT + 1 corresponds to longitude 15°E.
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Question 27
Migrant-receiving areas tend to be characterized by?
Migration into areas often results in an extensive industrial development.
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Question 28
The settlement pattern associated with pastoral farming is?
Pastoral farming requires wide grazing land, leading to scattered or dispersed settlement patterns.
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Question 29
Air transportation is poorly developed in the Third World because of?
The main limiting factor is the poor economic base, which affects investment in aviation infrastructure and airlines.
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Question 30
Squatter settlements are indicative of?
Squatter settlements arise due to rapid urbanization and population growth, creating great pressure on available housing.
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