JAMB Biology 1988 Question 38

Question 38

Habitats and Biomes

The turbidity of a pond can be measured using the

  1. A.anaemometer
  2. B.secchi disc
  3. C.theodolite
  4. D.hydrometer
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (secchi disc)

Explanation

A Secchi disc is lowered into the water until it disappears; the depth shows how cloudy (turbid) the water is.