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OCR Higher GCSE Biology A Gateway J247_03: Paper 3 (Higher Tier) question-paper june 2024
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OCR Higher GCSE Biology A Gateway J247_03: Paper 3 (Higher Tier) question-paper june 2024
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· a ruler (cm/mm)
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· a scientific or graphical calculator
· an HB pencil
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 page 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 90.
· 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 28 pages.
ADVICE
· Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2024 [601/8589/2]
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Friday 10 May 2024 · Morning
GCSE (9·1) Biology A (Gateway Science)
J247/03 (Higher Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Cellulose is a complex carbohydrate.
Which monomers is cellulose made from?
A Amino acids
B Fatty acids
C Glycerol
D Simple sugars
Your answer [1]
2 The diagram shows the structure of the human brain.
A
B
D
C
Which part of the brain is highly folded into two hemispheres and controls language and
memory?
Your answer [1]
© OCR 2024
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3 Sensory neurones conduct impulses towards the central nervous system.
Which row is correct about what is included in the structure of a sensory neurone?
Axon Dendron
A ✓ ✓
B ✓ ✗
C ✗ ✓
D ✗ ✗
Your answer [1]
4 Which statement describes how the body responds to cold temperatures?
A Shivering and vasoconstriction
B Shivering and vasodilation
C Sweating and vasoconstriction
D Sweating and vasodilation
Your answer [1]
5 Which substance in urine does the biuret test identify?
A Glucose
B Ions
C Protein
D Red blood cells
Your answer [1]
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