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A MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS [40 Marks]
1 Process Q occurs within living cells.
carbohydrates process Q energy released (ATP)
Based on the diagram above, which of the following correctly identifies Process Q?
A growth
B nutrition
C respiration
D sensitivity
2 The cell is the smallest and functional unit of living organism. Each part of the cell plays a vital
role for cellular processes.
Which cell parts are involved for the following cellular functions?
Site of Chemical Reaction Selective Permeability

A cytoplasm cell membrane
B cytoplasm cell wall
C vacuole cell membrane
D vacuole cell wall
3 Study the following statements:
i Enzymes are proteins.

ii Some enzymes carry out chemical digestions.
iii Enzymes speed up the rate of chemical reactions.
iv All enzymes work fastest at pH 7.
Which statements about enzymes are correct?
A i, ii and iii
B i and ii only
C i and iii only
D ii, iii and iv
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4 The diagram below shows a root hair cell.
Based on the diagram above, which correctly describes the adaptation of root hair cell to its
function?
Adaptation Function
A large surface area uptake of water and glucose
B large surface area uptake of water and ions
C small surface area uptake of water and glucose
D small surface area uptake of water and ions
5 Imbalance diet means an excess or deficiency of the dietary part. Eating wrong food type or
excess cause a dietary imbalance such as the following:
i Eating too much fibre

ii Eating too much saturated fat
iii Eating too much salt
Which of the following increases the risk of coronary heart disease as caused by imbalanced
diet?
A i, ii and iii
B i and ii only
C i and iii only
D ii and iii only
6 The width of the plant cell in the diagram is 30 mm when it is magnified by a microscope
(magnification shown in brackets).
What is the actual width of the cell?
A 0.003 mm
B 0.03 mm
C 0.3 mm
D 30 mm
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7 The graph shows how the rate of an enzyme-controlled reaction changes with temperature.
What explains the shape of the graph within the temperature range marked X?
A Increasing the temperature will increase the reaction rate of an enzyme at certain point
B Increasing the temperature will change the shape of the enzyme
C Increasing the temperature will decrease the kinetic energy of the enzyme
D Increasing the temperature will help the enzyme to function as a biological catalyst
8 The diagram shows an experiment using an uncooked potato. The skin of the potato was
removed as shown.
Which diagram shows the result of the experiment after 24 hours?
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9 The digestive tract or alimentary canal provides the pathway through which foods move. The
movement of food includes different processes.
Which row correctly shows the part of alimentary canal involved in ingestion and egestion?
Ingestion Egestion
A mouth anus
B mouth large intestine
C oesophagus anus
D oesophagus large intestine
10 The following are features of palisade mesophyll cells.
i Column shaped
ii Have a nucleus
iii Have large vacuoles
iv Have many chloroplasts
Which features of these cells help them to absorb maximum light and carry out
photosynthesis?
A i, ii, iii and iv

B i and iv only
C ii and iv only
D iv only
11 Which condition will arise from the inability of the body to absorb and use iron?
A bleeding gums
B rickets
C cannot form white blood cells
D anaemia
12 Which of the following processes in living organism depends on the process of diffusion?
A blood circulation
B digestion
C gaseous exchange
D phagocytosis
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13 The figure below shows a plant cell and an animal cell.
Which pair of structures is found in a typical plant cell but not in a typical animal cell?
A cell membrane and chloroplasts

B cell membrane and cytoplasm
C cell wall and chloroplasts
D cell wall and cytoplasm
14 The diagram shows a section through a human tooth.
Which part of the human tooth is made up of hardest substance?
15 The diagram shows some cells, as seen under the microscope.
What will be present at X?
A one cell membrane

B one cell wall
C two cell membranes
D two cell walls
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16 The diagram below shows a common animal species.
Using the key below, identify the animal species.
1 animal with a vertebral column...............................vertebrate

animal with an external skeleton……………………go to 2
2 no distinct head, thorax and abdomen……………..A
distinct head, thorax and abdomen.........................go to 3
3 animal with 3 pairs of legs..………………….……...B
animal with 4 pairs of legs………..…………………go to 4
4 wings are wider than they are long……..….……….C
wings are shorter than they are wide…….………...D
17 Which features can be observed for both osmosis and diffusion?
Passive Transport Require a Concentration From High to Low

Gradient Concentration
A ✓ ✓ ✓
B ✓ X ✓
C X ✓ X
D X X ✓
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18 The diagram shows a cross-section through a leaf.
Which tissue is the cell labelled X part of?
A epidermis
B palisade mesophyll
C phloem
D spongy mesophyll
19 Which of the following structures of digestive system is involved in storage and assimilation of
food substances?
A liver
B mouth
C pancreas
D rectum
20 Study the diagram below.
Based on the components of the cytoplasm, which cell is from a prokaryotic organism?
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21 The diagram shows a section through a root.
Which of the following correctly identifies the level of organisation of structures P, Q and R?
P Q R
A Cell Organ Tissue
B Cell Tissue Organ
C Tissue Organ Cell
D Organ Cell Tissue
22 The following conditions are caused by a dietary deficiency:
i bone pain
ii dental problems
iii fragile bones
iv skeletal deformities
Which nutrient deficiency can cause such conditions stated above?
A iron
B protein
C vitamin C
D vitamin D
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23 The graph shows the effect of pH on the activity of three different enzymes.
The table shows the pH of different parts of the alimentary canal.
Which enzymes in the graph are likely to be protease enzymes?
A X, Y and Z
B X and Z only
C Y and Z only
D Z only
24 The diagram shows human red blood cells.
Which of the following describes the function of human red blood cells?
A antibody production
B fibrinogen production
C oxygen transport
D phagocytosis
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25 A tiger is a mammal with the scientific name Panthera tigris.
Which system is used for naming species?
A binomial
B nomenclature
C dichotomous
D cladogram
26 The table shows some characteristic features of an organism.
Which of the following are the characteristic features of a bird?
Feature
Feathers Warm-blooded Hollow bones Wings
A ✓ X ✓ ✓
B ✓ ✓ X ✓
C ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
D ✓ X X ✓
27 The diagram shows two solutions that are separated by a partially permeable membrane.
In which direction will most water molecules move in relation to their concentration gradient?
A from X to Y against their concentration gradient

B from X to Y down their concentration gradient
C from Y to X against their concentration gradient
D from Y to X down their concentration gradient
28 What are the elements present in a carbohydrate molecule?
A carbon, hydrogen and oxygen

B carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen
C carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and sulfur
D carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur
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29 Diarrhoea is a digestive problem that causes loose, watery bowel movement.
Which of the following is an effective treatment for diarrhoea?
A avoiding drinking
B avoiding high-fibre foods
C drinking a dilute solution of salt and glucose
D eating high-fat foods
30 The diagram below shows root hair cell as it takes water and mineral ions.
At which labelled point is the water potential highest?
31 Which statement describes active transport?
A the movement of ions through proteins in a cell membrane, releasing energy

B the movement of ions through proteins in a cell membrane, using energy
C the movement of water through lipids in a cell membrane, releasing energy
D the movement of water through lipids in a cell membrane, using energy
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32 The diagram below shows the longitudinal section of a villus.
Based on the diagram, what is the function of the part labelled P?
A absorbs the fatty acids

B allows substances to pass from the lumen of the intestine into the villus
C takes oxygen to the villus
D absorbs the glucose and amino acids
33 Six test-tubes were set up at different pH values. They each contained the same quantity of
starch and amylase in water. The table shows the time taken for the reaction to be completed
in each test-tube.
At which pH does the amylase work best?
A pH 1
B pH 5
C pH 7
D pH 11
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34 The diagram below shows nutrition facts label of a cereal.
Based on the nutritional contents of the cereal, which of the following nutrients help prevent
constipation if a person consumes only 45 g of cereal?
A 1.3 g of Fibre
B 2.2 g of Protein
C 0.8 g of Fat
D 20.0 g of Carbohydrate
35 The diagram below shows a photomicrograph of a structure within an animal cell.
What is the structure labelled X?
A chloroplast
B mitochondrion
C ribosome
D vacuole
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36 The diagram below shows a part of human skin.
Based on the diagram above, which of the following is the correct level of organisation for the
human skin?
A cell
B organ
C organ system
D tissue
37 Four solutions were tested to see whether they contained protein, starch or glucose.
The colours of the solutions after the tests are recorded in the table.
Which solution contained protein and glucose but not starch?
Biuret test Iodine test Benedict’s test

A blue brown orange
B blue blue-black blue
C purple brown orange
D purple blue-black blue
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38 The diagram shows a leaf on a plant.
Which characteristic of life is represented by this diagram?
A excretion
B nutrition
C respiration
D sensitivity
39 The diagrams show an enzyme catalyzing the breaking of part of a substrate into smaller
pieces.
Which diagram has three correct labels?
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40 The chart is used to find a person’s recommended mass.
For the data provided about body mass and height, which person should benefit from the
introduction of a calorie-controlled diet and regular exercise?
body mass / kg height / m

A 40 1.55
B 50 1.75
C 70 1.80
D 90 1.75
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Section B STRUCTURED QUESTIONS [60 marks]
1 Fig. 1.1 is a diagram of the alimentary canal and associated organs.
Some parts are identified by letters.
Fig. 1.1
(a) Based on the above diagram, identify the digestive structures based on its function.
Indicate only the letter of your answer in the table below.
Table 1.1
description of function letter in Fig. 1.1

where egestion takes place
where lipase is made
where mechanical digestion occurs
where the most water is absorbed
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(b) Cholera is a transmissible disease. This disease is caused by a type of pathogen

which thrive in dirty water and are transmitted when the water is drunk or used to wash
food.
(i) State the type of pathogen that causes cholera.
………………………………………………………………………………………………..[1]
(ii) Cholera is an infectious disease that causes severe watery diarrhoea.
Describe what is diarrhoea.
………………………………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………………….[1]
(iii) Suggest measures to prevent cholera.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………[2]
[Total: 8]
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2 Fig. 2.1 is a diagram of a palisade mesophyll cell.
Fig. 2.1
(a) Based on the diagram on Fig. 2.1, label the chloroplast and nucleus present in palisade
mesophyll cell. [2]
(b) Fig. 2.2 shows the same palisade mesophyll cell after it has been placed in a
concentrated sugar solution for twenty minutes.
Fig. 2.2
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(i) Describe the changes that have taken place in the cell between Fig. 2.1 and
Fig. 2.2.
……...……………………………………………………………………………………...
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………[2]
(ii) Explain the changes in appearance of the palisade mesophyll cell in Fig. 2.2.
…………………………………………………………………………….………………
………………………………………………………………………………….…………
……………………………………………………………………………………….……
……………………………………………………………………………………….……
…………………………………………………………………………………………[3]
(iii) Explain why the cell wall remains unchanged in Fig. 2.2.
………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………...[1]
(c) State the process that took place in the cell from Fig. 2.1 to 2.2.
………………………………………………………………………………………………..[1]
[Total: 9]
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3 Fig. 3.1 shows the four different types of human teeth.
Fig. 3.1
Fig. 3.2 shows a diagram of the position of the different types of teeth in the mouth.
Fig. 3.2
(a) Complete Table 3.1 by identifying the type of tooth, function and the
corresponding letter P, Q, R and S from Fig. 3.2.
Table 3.1
Name of type of tooth Letter on Fig. 3.2 Function
incisor
grinding
premolar tearing and grinding
[4]
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(b) Cavities or tooth decay are caused by combination of factors.
Discuss how tooth decay occurs. Give at least four factors that cause tooth
decay.
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………[4]
[Total: 8]
4 Study the diagram below of an animal species, Panthera leo (lion).
Fig. 4.1
(a) The species lion pertains to a distinct mammalian group. Give one distinguishing
feature of lion as a mammal.
……………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
(b) State the genus of this mammal.
……………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
[Total: 2]
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5 Mammals are one of the five groups of vertebrates.
The list describes some of the features of fish, amphibians, reptiles, mammals and birds.
Some features belong to more than one group.
(a) State the name of one vertebrate group which has the distinguishing feature of:
scales
feathers
gills
smooth moist skin
[4]
(b) The diagram below is of an animal that lives in both aquatic and terrestrial habitats.
Fig. 5.1
(i) State the common name of this animal.
…………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
(ii) Despite being a mammal, this animal has a feature that makes it unique
from other mammals. Describe this feature.
..………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
[Total: 6]
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6 (a) Catalase is an enzyme that catalyses the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into
water and oxygen.
The effect of temperature on catalase activity was investigated. The results are shown
in Fig. 5.1.
Fig. 6.1
(i) State the temperature at which catalase is most active in Fig. 5.1.
………………………………˚C [1]
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(ii) Explain why there is no enzyme activity at 60˚C.
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
(b) State one factor other than temperature that affects enzyme activity.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
(c) Digestive enzymes are used in chemical digestion to break down large insoluble
molecules to smaller soluble molecules.
The boxes below show some large insoluble molecules, some digestive enzymes
and some smaller soluble molecules that are produced during digestion.
Draw one straight line from each insoluble molecule to its related enzyme.
Draw another line from each enzyme to its related soluble molecules.
Draw a total of six lines.
[6]
[Total: 9]
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7 Fig. 6.1 shows six leaves.
Fig. 7.1
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Use the key to identify the plants that these leaves came from. Write the letter for each leaf
in the key.
Description Name of Organism Letter

1 (a) veins parallel go to 2
(b) veins not parallel go to 3
2 (a) leaf length more than six times leaf Plantago maritima
width at its widest point
(b) leaf length less than six times leaf Plantago lanceolata
width at its widest point
3 (a) leaf has thorns (spikes) Ilex aquifolium
(b) leaf has no thorns (spikes) go to 4
4 (a) leaf not divided into sections Nymphaea alba
(b) leaf divided into sections go to 5
5 (a) leaf divided into 3 sections Trifolium pratense
(b) leaf divided into 8 sections Lupinus arboreus
[6]
[Total: 6]
8 (a) Table 8.1 shows a comparison between diffusion and active transport. Place
a tick (✓) in each box to correctly describe the two processes.
Table 8.1
Process Involves movement Involves movement Energy from

of particles of particles respiration is
down a up a concentration required to move
concentration gradient the particles
gradient
diffusion
active
transport
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(b) Diffusion is an essential function in living organisms. It is how substances move in

and out of the cells. Complete the table below (Table 7.2) by naming the specific
organ where diffusion takes place.
Table 8.2
Example of Diffusion Organ

oxygen passes into the blood of a
human
carbon dioxide passes into a plant
glucose is absorbed into the blood of a

human
[3]
(c) Water moves into plant cells by osmosis.
Explain how osmosis is beneficial to plants.
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
[Total: 6]
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9 Leaves are important structures in plants which help them to manufacture sugars. Leaves
are made of tissues.
(a) Define the term tissue.
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………[2]
(b) Fig. 9.1 is a photograph of a transverse section of a leaf, showing the upper and lower
surfaces.
Fig. 9.1
Study the diagram above.
(i) Name the tissue labelled as A
……………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
(ii) Identify the process in which gas particles move through the stomata
……………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
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(c) Describe how root hair cells differ from the cells labelled B in Fig. 9.1.
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………[2]
[Total: 6]
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A MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS [40 Marks]

1 Process Q occurs within living cells.

carbohydrates process Q energy released (ATP)

Site of Chemical Reaction Selective Permeability

3 Study the following statements:

i Enzymes are proteins.

Which statements about enzymes are correct?

4 The diagram below shows a root hair cell.

i Eating too much fibre

What is the actual width of the cell?

Which diagram shows the result of the experiment after 24 hours?

10 The following are features of palisade mesophyll cells.

A i, ii, iii and iv

13 The figure below shows a plant cell and an animal cell.

A cell membrane and chloroplasts

14 The diagram shows a section through a human tooth.

Which part of the human tooth is made up of hardest substance?

15 The diagram shows some cells, as seen under the microscope.

What will be present at X?

A one cell membrane

16 The diagram below shows a common animal species.

Using the key below, identify the animal species.

1 animal with a vertebral column...............................vertebrate

17 Which features can be observed for both osmosis and diffusion?

Passive Transport Require a Concentration From High to Low

18 The diagram shows a cross-section through a leaf.

Which tissue is the cell labelled X part of?

20 Study the diagram below.

21 The diagram shows a section through a root.

22 The following conditions are caused by a dietary deficiency:

Which nutrient deficiency can cause such conditions stated above?

The table shows the pH of different parts of the alimentary canal.

Which enzymes in the graph are likely to be protease enzymes?

24 The diagram shows human red blood cells.

25 A tiger is a mammal with the scientific name Panthera tigris.

Which system is used for naming species?

26 The table shows some characteristic features of an organism.

Which of the following are the characteristic features of a bird?

A from X to Y against their concentration gradient

28 What are the elements present in a carbohydrate molecule?

A carbon, hydrogen and oxygen

29 Diarrhoea is a digestive problem that causes loose, watery bowel movement.

Which of the following is an effective treatment for diarrhoea?

At which labelled point is the water potential highest?

31 Which statement describes active transport?

A the movement of ions through proteins in a cell membrane, releasing energy

32 The diagram below shows the longitudinal section of a villus.

Based on the diagram, what is the function of the part labelled P?

A absorbs the fatty acids

At which pH does the amylase work best?

34 The diagram below shows nutrition facts label of a cereal.

35 The diagram below shows a photomicrograph of a structure within an animal cell.

What is the structure labelled X?

36 The diagram below shows a part of human skin.

Biuret test Iodine test Benedict’s test

38 The diagram shows a leaf on a plant.

Which characteristic of life is represented by this diagram?

Which diagram has three correct labels?

40 The chart is used to find a person’s recommended mass.

body mass / kg height / m

Section B STRUCTURED QUESTIONS [60 marks]

1 Fig. 1.1 is a diagram of the alimentary canal and associated organs.

Some parts are identified by letters.

description of function letter in Fig. 1.1

where lipase is made

where mechanical digestion occurs

where the most water is absorbed

(b) Cholera is a transmissible disease. This disease is caused by a type of pathogen

(i) State the type of pathogen that causes cholera.

(ii) Cholera is an infectious disease that causes severe watery diarrhoea.

Describe what is diarrhoea.

(iii) Suggest measures to prevent cholera.

2 Fig. 2.1 is a diagram of a palisade mesophyll cell.

3 Fig. 3.1 shows the four different types of human teeth.

Name of type of tooth Letter on Fig. 3.2 Function