JAMB Biology 2009 Question 15

Question 15

Photosynthesis and Plant Nutrition

Which of the following is an example of a carnivorous plant?

  1. A.Hydra
  2. B.Bladderwort
  3. C.Yeast
  4. D.Spirogyra.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Bladderwort)

Explanation

Bladderwort is a water plant with small bladders that suck in and digest tiny animals. Hydra is an animal, yeast a fungus and Spirogyra an ordinary alga.