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Friday 7 June 2024 – Afternoon
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science)
J250/02 Biology (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
You can use:
F
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 20 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 What traps harmful microorganisms in human lungs?
A Acid
B Hairs
C Mucus
D Plasma
Your answer [1]
2 A student investigates the number of plant species growing in one area.
Which piece of scientific equipment will they use?
A Balance
B pH probe
C Pooter
D Quadrat
Your answer [1]
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