WAEC Biology 2009 Question 34

Question 34

Population Ecology

Which of the following instruments is used to estimate the number of plants in a habitat?

  1. A.Pooter
  2. B.Pitfall trap
  3. C.Quadrat
  4. D.Sweep net
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Quadrat)

Explanation

A quadrat is a square frame placed in a habitat to count plants; the others are for catching small animals.