Master GCSE Biology

Questions:

Q1. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Define the term "prokaryote" and state two key features that distinguish prokaryotic from eukaryotic cells.

Q2. Application (2 marks)

Explain how the structure of the cell membrane allows it to control the movement of substances into and out of the cell.

Q3. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the organelle responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells.

Q4. Extended Response (3 marks)

Describe the process of binary fission and explain why it is only possible in prokaryotic cells.

Q5. Application (2 marks)

Explain how the size of an object viewed under a microscope is affected by magnification and resolution.

Q6. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the organelle that contains the genetic material in eukaryotic cells.

Q7. Application (2 marks)

Explain the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis.

Q8. Extended Response (4 marks)

Describe the process of mitosis and explain how the cell membrane is involved.

Q9. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the process by which water molecules move across a partially permeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.

Q10. Application (2 marks)

Explain how the structure of a plant cell enables it to carry out photosynthesis.

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