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JAMB Biology 2013 Objective — Question 40

Question 40 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A pollutant that is biodegradable is

  • A. cellophane
  • B. sewageCorrect
  • C. crude oil
  • D. heavy metals

Explanation

Biodegradable substances can be broken down to a harmless natural state by microorganisms. Sewage is biodegradable, while cellophane, crude oil and heavy metals are non-biodegradable.

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