0653.B11.1.01 — Identify in diagrams and images the following 3 Describe the features of gas exchange parts of the breathing system: lungs, surfaces in huma: past paper questions
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- 0653/21 · October/November 2024 · Q2[1]
What is the function of ciliated cells in the bronchi?
See it on the paper → - 0653/32 · February/March 2024 · Q4b(i)[1]
Identify the part labelled X shown on Fig. 4.1.
See it on the paper → - 0653/32 · February/March 2024 · Q4b(ii)[1]
Draw a label line and the letter D to identify the diaphragm on Fig. 4.1.
See it on the paper → - 0653/42 · February/March 2024 · Q7b[3]
A fertilised egg develops into a fetus along with a placenta and umbilical cord. Describe how the placenta supports the growing fetus.
See it on the paper → - 0653/32 · October/November 2023 · Q1[2]
Fig. 1.1 is a diagram of the human gas exchange system. A B C E D Fig. 1.1 State the letter in Fig. 1.1 that identifies: one of the bronchi ....................... the trachea. .......................
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · October/November 2023 · Q1a(i)[2]
State the names of the parts labelled A and B in Fig. 1.1. A B
See it on the paper → - 0653/32 · February/March 2023 · Q1a(i)[4]
Table 1.1 shows the names and functions of some of the parts labelled A–E in Fig. 1.1. Complete Table 1.1 by writing your answers in the boxes. Table 1.1 name of part letter in Fig. 1.1 function B ingestion oesophagus moves food to the stomach anus
See it on the paper → - 0653/33 · October/November 2022 · Q3a(i)[1]
State the name of force S.
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · October/November 2022 · Q7a(i)[3]
Use Fig. 7.1 to explain how tar in tobacco smoke prevents the cells from protecting the gas exchange system.
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · October/November 2022 · Q7a(ii)[2]
Explain how the carbon monoxide in tobacco smoke affects the function of red blood cells.
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · October/November 2022 · Q7b[2]
The lungs contain a gas exchange surface. This surface is large and thin. State two other features of gas exchange surfaces.
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · May/June 2022 · Q4a(i)[2]
Name the parts labelled P and Q in Fig. 4.1. P Q
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · May/June 2022 · Q4a(ii)[2]
The alveoli are the gas exchange surface in humans. List two features of a gas exchange surface.
See it on the paper → - 0653/43 · May/June 2022 · Q4c[1]
Tobacco smoke also affects breathing. State the toxic component of tobacco smoke that causes addiction.
See it on the paper → - 0653/41 · October/November 2020 · Q1a(i)[2]
Use Fig. 1.1 to describe what happens at a gas exchange surface.
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What examiners said
Most candidates labelled the diaphragm correctly. There was no consistent pattern to the incorrect responses. Some candidates mislabelled other parts of the respiratory system. Others did not attempt this question.
— Examiner report, February/March 2024, 0653/32 Q4(b)(ii) (Cambridge)
Many candidates had learned the functions of the placenta and were awarded credit for describing the transfer of nutrients to the fetus and the removal of waste from the fetus. The term ‘food’ was not accepted as an alternative for nutrients. Some candidates also referred to the placenta preventing the transfer of toxins to the fetus. A common reason why some candidates did not gain credit was tha...
— Examiner report, February/March 2024, 0653/42 Q7(b) (Cambridge)
Most candidates were able to identify the ribs on Fig. 1.1. Fewer could correctly name the diaphragm. Incorrect answers included lung and backbone.
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0653/43 Q1(a)(i) (Cambridge)
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