JAMB Biology 2008 Question 4

Question 4

Animal Kingdom

Use the diagram to answer: Which of the organisms is characterized by the possession of a chitinous exoskeleton?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.I
  2. B.II
  3. C.III
  4. D.IV
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Answer: A (I)

Explanation

I is an arthropod with jointed legs. Arthropods have an exoskeleton made of chitin; the fish, bird and Hydra do not.