Biology - Grade 12 -2022 G.C

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61. The nerve impulse is transmitted from one neuron to another by a neurotransmitter at the

  1. axon.
  2. cell body.
  3. synapse.
  4. myelin sheath.

62. What happens if the axon is stimulated? Formation of

  1. negative charge in both sides of the axon
  2. negative charge inside the axon
  3. positive charge inside the axon
  4. positive charge outside of the axon

63. Assume you wanted to demonstrate a simple reflex action using the knee jerk reflex. You asked a friend to sit with one leg crossed over the other.
Which one of the following indicates the correct demonstration?

  1. Pulling down your friend's leg that is followed by downward movement
  2. Hitting your friend on the toes followed by sudden upward movement of the leg
  3. Bending up your friend's leg followed by downward movement of the leg
  4. Hitting your friend below the knee cap followed by a sudden upward movement

64. A finch with an average length beak was not able to obtain insects out of the cracks in the bark of trees as well as one with a longer beak. It was also not able to crush seeds as well as one with a shorter beak. Over time, those with the longer beaks and those with the shorter beaks increased in numbers, while those with average length beaks decreased in number. Which type of selection has been operated in this scenario?

  1. Disruptive
  2. Directional
  3. Behavioral
  4. Stabilising

65. This item is based on the following diagram of the human ear.1
What is the name of the human ear part represented by letter 'F' in the above diagram?

  1. Semicircular canal
  2. Sacculus
  3. Utriculus
  4. Cochlea

We have provided these questions from previous years grade 12 Ethiopian Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (ESSLCE) exams with the sole purpose of assisting students in their studies and preparations for upcoming exams. Please be aware that these questions are not indicative of future exam content. Good luck with your studies!

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