IGCSE Biology (0610) — May–June 2025, Paper 11

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

The diagram shows how a seed changes after it is planted in soil and watered. (The diagram shows a four-stage sequence: a bean seed in the soil; the seed beginning to develop a…

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

Which row describes each part of the binomial system name for humans? Homo sapiens --- --- --- A genus kingdom B genus species C species genus D species kingdom

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

What are the characteristics of fish? maintain a constant body temperature eggs covered in jelly external ears present scales present --- --- --- --- --- A yes no yes no B yes yes…

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Question 4 · 1 mark · Organisation of the organism

Which type of cell transports oxygen? A ciliated cell B neurone C palisade mesophyll cell D red blood cell

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Question 5 · 1 mark · Organisation of the organism

The diagram shows a plant cell. (The diagram shows a rectangular plant cell with a large central vacuole, several small oval organelles (chloroplasts) around the cytoplasm, and a…

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Question 6 · 1 mark · Organisation of the organism

Four students used a microscope to view some onion plant cells. Each student drew one of the cells. Each student calculated the actual length of the cell and the magnification of…

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

The table shows the concentration of gases in a blood vessel and in an alveolus. Which row shows the conditions that cause a substance produced in respiration in humans to diffuse…

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Question 8 · 1 mark · Movement into and out of cells

The diagram shows four identical pieces of potato plant tissue in test-tubes. The pieces of potato were kept in the test-tubes for six hours. (The diagram shows four test-tubes,…

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Question 9 · 1 mark · Biological molecules

Which row correctly shows the elements and small molecules that are found in a large molecule? elements small molecules large molecule --- --- --- --- A carbon, hydrogen, oxygen,…

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Question 10 · 1 mark · Biological molecules

Which substance is the DCPIP test used for? A fat B protein C starch D vitamin C

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Question 11 · 1 mark · Enzymes

The graph shows the activity of three digestive enzymes at differing pH values. (The graph plots enzyme activity (y-axis) against pH from 1 to 12 (x-axis) for three enzymes.…

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Question 12 · 1 mark · Photosynthesis

A student drew a diagram to show the substances used and produced in photosynthesis in a leaf. (The diagram shows a leaf. Above the leaf the text states '1 + 2 are used by the…

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Question 13 · 1 mark · Photosynthesis

The diagram shows a cross-section of part of a leaf. (The diagram shows a leaf cross-section. Region 1 is a rounded group of cells on the left (a vascular bundle / vein). Region 2…

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Question 14 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

Why is iron an important component of the human diet? A Iron is needed to make haemoglobin. B Iron is needed to prevent rickets. C Iron is needed to prevent scurvy. D Iron is…

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Question 15 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

The diagram shows the digestive system. (The diagram shows the outline of a human torso with the digestive system. Label A points to the oesophagus/mouth region (upper throat);…

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Question 16 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

The diagram shows four different types of teeth in the upper and lower jaws in a human mouth. (The diagram shows the upper jaw and lower jaw of a human mouth viewed from the…

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Question 17 · 1 mark · Human nutrition

Which row shows an enzyme with the correct site of production and products of digestion? enzyme site of production products of digestion --- --- --- --- A amylase salivary glands…

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Question 18 · 1 mark · Transport in plants

The roots of a plant are cut off and the stem is placed in a beaker containing a liquid red stain. After a few hours, in which part of the plant stem will the red stain be…

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Question 19 · 1 mark · Transport in animals

The diagram shows the blood vessels between the lungs, heart and kidneys in a human. The arrows indicate the direction of blood flow. (The diagram is a schematic of the…

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Question 20 · 1 mark · Gas exchange in humans

Which statements describe the difference between the composition of inspired air and expired air? 1 The percentage of carbon dioxide in inspired air is greater than in expired…

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Question 21 · 1 mark · Respiration

The diagram shows apparatus that was used to investigate germination in seeds. (The diagram shows a horizontal test-tube containing germinating seeds at the closed end, then a…

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Question 22 · 1 mark · Respiration

What is a product of anaerobic respiration in yeast cells? A alcohol B lactic acid C oxygen D water

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Question 23 · 1 mark · Excretion in humans

Which organ excretes urea? A bladder B kidney C lung D stomach

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Question 24 · 1 mark · Diseases and immunity

Which type of pathogen transmission is by direct contact? A contaminated air B contaminated blood C contaminated food D contaminated surfaces

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Question 25 · 1 mark · Coordination and response

The diagram shows a reflex arc. (The diagram shows a reflex arc with the spinal cord on the right. Label P points to the neurone leading from a sensory receptor (free nerve…

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Question 26 · 1 mark · Coordination and response

Which hormone is produced by the pancreas? A adrenaline B insulin C oestrogen D testosterone

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Question 27 · 1 mark · Coordination and response

Which statements describe correct examples of tropic responses? 1 Gravitropism is the growth of plant roots away from gravity. 2 Gravitropism is the growth of plant roots towards…

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Question 28 · 1 mark · Diseases and immunity

Which statement applies to antibiotics? A They kill bacteria. B They kill viruses. C They are produced by platelets. D They are produced by white blood cells.

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Question 29 · 1 mark · Reproduction

Four statements about different types of reproduction are listed. 1 Offspring are formed that are genetically different. 2 Offspring are formed that are genetically identical. 3…

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Question 30 · 1 mark · Reproduction

What happens to the uterus lining at the start of the menstrual cycle? A The uterus lining breaks down. B The uterus lining grows new blood vessels. C An embryo implants in the…

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Question 31 · 1 mark · Reproduction

What can reduce the transmission of HIV? A clean water supplies B hygienic food preparations C use of condoms D sewage treatment

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Question 32 · 1 mark · Inheritance

What are alternative forms of genes called? A alleles B chromosomes C genotypes D phenotypes

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Question 33 · 1 mark · Variation and selection

Humans produce two types of ear wax, either wet or dry. Which row describes the variation in human ear wax? type of variation controlled by --- --- --- A continuous genes and…

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Question 34 · 1 mark · Variation and selection

Giraffes are mammals that have long necks. This enables them to eat leaves from tall trees. One theory to explain how giraffes developed long necks is natural selection. Which…

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Question 35 · 1 mark · Organisms and their environment

Alpine plants grow on mountains at high altitude. Alpine plants can only grow for a few months because they are covered in snow for most of the year. What are most likely to be…

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Question 36 · 1 mark · Organisms and their environment

The diagram shows a food web. (The diagram shows a freshwater food web. Alga is the producer at the base, eaten by stonefly larva, blackfly larva and mayfly larva. These larvae…

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Question 37 · 1 mark · Organisms and their environment

The graphs show the number of herbivores in a habitat over a period of time. At time X, the carnivores are removed from the habitat. (Four graphs of number of herbivores (y-axis)…

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Question 38 · 1 mark · Human influences on ecosystems

Some statements about food production are listed. 1 Agricultural machinery allows the efficient use of larger areas of land. 2 Herbicides increase the competition of crop plants…

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Question 39 · 1 mark · Human influences on ecosystems

What is one way endangered species can be conserved? A growing monocultures B overharvesting C reducing biodiversity D using seed banks

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Question 40 · 1 mark · Biotechnology and genetic modification

The table shows the features of four different types of bacteria. Which type of bacteria would be the most useful to use for biotechnology? reproduction rate / number of cell…

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