JAMB Biology 1997 Question 40

Question 40

Pollution

Which is the most important pollutant of marine environment in Nigeria?

  1. A.Insecticides
  2. B.Sewage
  3. C.Oil
  4. D.Inorganic fertilizers.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Oil)

Explanation

Nigeria's oil industry is offshore and in the Niger Delta, so oil spills are the biggest pollution threat to its marine environment.