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MARK SCHEME – A-LEVEL GEOGRAPHY – 7037/1 –JUNE 2023
AQA
A-level
GEOGRAPHY
7037/1
Paper 1 Physical Geography
Mark scheme
June 2023
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Level of response marking instructions
Level of response mark schemes are broken down into levels, each of which has a descriptor. The
descriptor for the level shows the typical performance for the level. There are marks in each level.
Before you apply the mark scheme to a student’s answer read through the answer and annotate it (as
instructed) to show the qualities that are being looked for. You can then apply the mark scheme.
The notes for answers provide indicative content. Students’ responses may take a different approach in
relation to that which is typical or expected. It is important to stress that examiners must consider all a
student’s work and the extent to which this answered the question, irrespective of whether a response
follows an expected structure. If in doubt the examiner should contact their team leader for advice and
guidance.
Step 1 Determine a level
Start at the lowest level of the mark scheme and use it as a ladder to see whether the answer meets the
descriptor for that level. The descriptor for the level indicates the different qualities that might be seen in
the student’s answer for that level. If it meets the lowest level then go to the next one and decide if it
meets this level, and so on, until you have a match between the level descriptor and the answer. With
practice and familiarity you will find that for better answers you will be able to quickly skip through the
lower levels of the mark scheme.
When assigning a level you should look at the overall quality of the answer and not look to pick holes in
small and specific parts of the answer where the student has not performed quite as well as the rest. If
the answer covers different aspects of different levels of the mark scheme you should use a best fit
approach for defining the level and then use the variability of the response to help decide the mark within
the level, ie if the response is predominantly level 3 with a small amount of level 4 material it would be
placed in level 3 but be awarded a mark near the top of the level because of the level 4 content.
Step 2 Determine a mark
Once you have assigned a level you need to decide on the mark. The descriptors on how to allocate
marks can help with this. The exemplar materials used during standardisation will help. There will be an
answer in the standardising materials which will correspond with each level of the mark scheme. This
answer will have been awarded a mark by the Lead Examiner. You can compare the student’s answer
with the example to determine if it is the same standard, better or worse than the example. You can then
use this to allocate a mark for the answer based on the Lead Examiner’s mark on the example.
You may well need to read back through the answer as you apply the mark scheme to clarify points and
assure yourself that the level and the mark are appropriate.
Indicative content in the mark scheme is provided as a guide for examiners. It is not intended to be
exhaustive and you must credit other valid points. Students do not have to cover all of the points
mentioned in the indicative content to reach the highest level of the mark scheme.
An answer which contains nothing of relevance to the question must be awarded no marks.
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Section A
Question 1 Water and carbon cycles
Total
Qu Part Marking guidance
marks
01 1 Outline the purpose of a flood hydrograph. 4
AO1=4
Point marked
Allow 1 mark per valid point with extra mark(s) for developed points (d).
For example:
Notes for answers
The purpose of the flood hydrograph is to track the progress of a storm
in a drainage basin (1).
It allows analysis of the impact of the storm upon river levels by
measuring changing discharges, usually in cumecs (1).
By looking at previous hydrographs it is possible to assess the
likelihood of flood or dangerous events such as high flow rates (1).
This allows for preventative action to be taken such as raising
temporary barriers or declaring the river unsafe to users (such
as anglers) (d).
It is also possible to compare different drainage basins to see the
impact of different land uses upon flow rates in rivers after significant
rainfall events (d).
This can help with planning for developments such as sustainable
housing and urban drainage systems (d).
The notes for answers are not exhaustive. Credit any valid points.
01 2 Analyse the data shown in Figure 1. 6
AO3=6
AO3 – There should be clear analysis of the relationships evident in the
resource. Analysis should consider the relationships, types of
abstraction, subsequent uses and return data.
Mark scheme
Level 2 (4–6 marks)
AO3 – Clear analysis of the quantitative evidence provided, which makes
appropriate use of data in support. Clear connection(s) between different
aspects of the data and evidence.
Level 1 (1–3 marks)
AO3 – Basic analysis of the quantitative evidence provided, which makes
limited use of data and evidence in support. Basic connection(s)
between different aspects of the data and evidence.
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Notes for answers
AO3
Finland abstracts around 2 billion m3 of water per year from
groundwater and surface water. This is for domestic (240 m3),
industrial (640 m3) and fish farming (920 m3) uses. Much smaller uses
are noted for services and agriculture. It is interesting to note that
leaks account for more losses than agriculture accounts for usage.
Some of the surface water appears to become tap water (around
50% of tap water comes from surface water). Around 2/3 of the
groundwater becomes tap water and 1/3 becomes self-abstracted
fresh water.
Some may calculate that surface water abstraction totals an estimated
1.68 billion m3. Groundwater abstraction accounts for 320 million (or
0.32 billion) m3.
Other calculations may also feature including the estimated total
evaporated and / or the estimations of quantities released
through different means.
It is interesting to note that all of this water goes back into rivers
(surface water) whereas originally only 84% came from surface water.
Credit any other valid analysis.
01 3 Using Figure 2 and your own knowledge, assess the challenges 6
associated with carbon sequestration. AO1=2
AO2=4
AO1 – Knowledge and understanding of the concept of carbon
sequestration.
AO2 – Application of knowledge to show how implementing the ideals of
carbon sequestration is a challenge.
Mark scheme
Level 2 (4–6 marks)
AO1 – Demonstrates clear knowledge and understanding of concepts,
processes, interactions and change.
AO2 – Applies knowledge and understanding to the novel situation
offering clear evaluation and analysis drawn appropriately from the
context provided. Connections and relationships between different
aspects of study are evident with clear relevance.
Level 1 (1–3 marks)
AO1 – Demonstrates basic knowledge and understanding of concepts,
processes, interactions, change.
AO2 – Applies limited knowledge and understanding to the novel
situation offering only basic evaluation and analysis drawn from the
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