IGCSE Biology (0610) — October–November 2023, Paper 11

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Question 1 · 1 mark · Characteristics and classification of living organisms

Some processes carried out by living organisms are listed. 1 egestion 2 excretion 3 reproduction 4 respiration Which processes are carried out by all living organisms? A 1, 2, 3…

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Question 2 · 1 mark · Characteristics and classification of living organisms

The scientific name for humans is Homo sapiens. What does Homo refer to? A mammal B genus C kingdom D species

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Question 3 · 1 mark · Characteristics and classification of living organisms

Which row is correct for arthropod classification? Columns: arthropod group; antennae present; number of body parts; number of legs. A arachnids; no; 2; 6 B crustaceans; yes; 3; 8…

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Question 4 · 1 mark · Cells

In a mesophyll cell, where are chloroplasts found? A between the cell wall and the cell membrane B in the cytoplasm C in the nucleus D in the vacuole

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Question 5 · 1 mark · Cells

The cell shown in the diagram has been magnified 3000 times. The diagram is 21 mm wide. What is the actual diameter of the cell? A 21 mm B 21 mm ÷ 3000 C 21 mm × 3000 D 3000 ÷ 21…

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Question 6 · 1 mark · Movement into and out of cells

The diagrams show how a cell appears under the microscope at the start of an experiment and after it has been placed in a dilute solution of salts for 5 minutes (the cell becomes…

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Question 7 · 1 mark · Movement into and out of cells

What causes the diffusion of oxygen into a plant cell? A active transport B movement of molecules C osmosis D photosynthesis

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Question 8 · 1 mark · Biological molecules

What is the colour change shown by Benedict's solution when heated with a reducing sugar? A blue to purple B blue to red C brown to blue-black D red to yellow

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Question 9 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

The diagram shows the digestive system with four parts labelled A, B, C and D. Which part absorbs the most water? A B C D

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Question 10 · 1 mark · Enzymes

The graph shows the effect of temperature on the activity of four different enzymes (P, Q, R, S) against temperature (0–110 °C). Which conclusion about the data in the graph is…

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Question 11 · 1 mark · Plant nutrition

Which colour does hydrogencarbonate indicator turn if the carbon dioxide concentration is increased? A green B red C violet D yellow

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Question 12 · 1 mark · Enzymes

The diagram shows a test-tube at the start and at the end of an enzyme experiment (enzyme + substrate → enzyme + products, after 10 minutes at 35 °C). At the end of the…

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Question 13 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

The diagram shows the teeth in the lower jaw of a human, with four teeth labelled A, B, C and D. Which tooth is a molar? A B C D

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Question 14 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

What is meant by chemical digestion? A Large insoluble molecules are broken down into small soluble molecules. B Large soluble molecules are broken down into small insoluble…

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Question 15 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

Which food is a good source of vitamin C? A bread B cheese C chicken D oranges

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Question 16 · 1 mark · Transport in plants

What is a description of transpiration? A exchange of gases between the leaf and the atmosphere B loss of water vapour from the leaves of a plant C movement of water from the…

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Question 17 · 1 mark · Transport in plants

Parts of a plant are listed. 1 mesophyll cells 2 root cortex cells 3 root hair cells 4 xylem vessels What is the pathway taken by water in the plant? A 1→4→2→3 B 1→2→3→4 C 3→1→4→2…

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Question 18 · 1 mark · Transport in animals

Parts of the human circulatory system are listed. 1 arteries 2 capillaries 3 heart 4 veins Which structures have valves to ensure the one-way flow of blood? A 1 and 2 B 2 and 4 C…

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Question 19 · 1 mark · Diseases and immunity

Which type of cells produce antibodies? A ciliated cells B platelets C red blood cells D white blood cells

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Question 20 · 1 mark · Diseases and immunity

What is an example of a transmissible disease? A coronary heart disease caused by eating a high fat diet B AIDS C liver disease caused by excessive alcohol consumption D scurvy

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Question 21 · 1 mark · Gas exchange in humans

Which table correctly shows the difference in composition of inspired air compared with expired air? Each option A–D is a table with rows oxygen and carbon dioxide and columns…

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Question 22 · 1 mark · Gas exchange in humans

What is the site of gas exchange in humans? A nose B alveoli C bronchus D trachea

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Question 23 · 1 mark · Respiration

Three statements about anaerobic respiration are listed. 1 In humans, the product is lactic acid. 2 In yeast, the product is lactic acid. 3 It releases more energy per glucose…

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Question 24 · 1 mark · Coordination and response

Which organ produces insulin? A adrenal gland B liver C ovary D pancreas

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Question 25 · 1 mark · Excretion in humans

The diagram shows the human excretory system with four structures labelled A, B, C and D. Which labelled structure is the urethra? A B C D

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Question 26 · 1 mark · Coordination and response

The diagrams show three types of neurones, labelled L, M and N (not to scale). Which sequence shows the direction that impulses will travel during a reflex action? A L→M→N B M→L→N…

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Question 27 · 1 mark · Coordination and response

Which part of the eye detects red light? A cornea B iris C optic nerve D retina

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Question 28 · 1 mark · Reproduction

The diagram shows a human sperm cell with four structures labelled A, B, C and D. Which structure digests the egg cell membrane? A B C D

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Question 29 · 1 mark · Diseases and immunity

Which diseases can be successfully treated with antibiotics? Columns: diseases caused by bacteria; rickets; diseases caused by viruses (key: ✓ = can be treated, blank = cannot be…

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Question 30 · 1 mark · Reproduction

Some species of plants can reproduce by producing bulbs. The diagram shows a bulb (with leaves above soil and roots below). The bulb is produced by one parent plant and will grow…

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Question 31 · 1 mark · Reproduction

Which diagram of the male reproductive system is correctly labelled? Each option A–D labels structures such as the urethra, sperm duct, testis, scrotum and prostate gland. The…

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Question 32 · 1 mark · Diseases and immunity

What can be used to reduce the transmission of HIV? Columns: face masks; screening blood donors; sterile needles for drug users; washing hands (key: ✓ = can be used to reduce…

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Question 33 · 1 mark · Inheritance

Which statement about the human sex chromosomes is correct? A Females have an X chromosome and a Y chromosome. B Females have two Y chromosomes. C Males and females have at least…

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Question 34 · 1 mark · Inheritance

The inheritance of seed colour in pea plants is controlled by a single gene. The allele for yellow seed colour, Y, is dominant. The allele for green seed colour, y, is recessive.…

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Question 35 · 1 mark · Variation and selection

The graph shows the heights of students in a class (number of students against height / cm in 5 cm bands from 140–144 to 180–184). What is a correct statement for these data? A…

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Question 36 · 1 mark · Organisms and their environment

Which process decreases the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere? A combustion B decomposition C photosynthesis D respiration

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Question 37 · 1 mark · Organisms and their environment

It is estimated that 90% of the energy which flows through living organisms in a food chain is lost between one trophic level and the next. The producers in a food chain contain…

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Question 38 · 1 mark · Human influences on ecosystems

What can increase as a result of deforestation? 1 extinctions 2 flooding 3 biodiversity A 1, 2 and 3 B 1 and 2 only C 1 and 3 only D 2 and 3 only

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Question 39 · 1 mark · Human influences on ecosystems

The diagram shows the position of a farmer's field near a river. The farmer uses chemical fertilisers that drain into the river, causing pollution; high concentrations result in…

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Question 40 · 1 mark · Organisms and their environment

The diagram shows a food web with organisms grass, corn, rabbit, grasshopper, flea, lizard and hawk. Which food chain shows a correct flow of energy through the web? A corn →…

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