# Agricultural Sciences Grade 11 P2 2022 QP (Eng)

> Grade 11 Agricultural Sciences Paper 2 question paper from the Eastern Cape November 2022 (English), 12 pages. Read online or download the free PDF.

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- Subject: Agricultural Sciences
- Grade: Grade 11
- Language: English
- Document type: Question paper
- Year: 2022
- Exam period: Eastern Cape November
- Paper: 2
- Curriculum: CAPS
- Pages: 12

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                         NATIONAL
                    SENIOR CERTIFICATE

                             GRADE 11

                       NOVEMBER 2022

               AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2

MARKS:   150

TIME:    2½ hours

                    This question paper consists of 12 pages.

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2                                AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2             (EC/NOVEMBER 2022)

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1.   This question paper consists of TWO sections, namely SECTION A and
     SECTION B.

2.   Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.

3.   Start each question on a NEW page.

4.   Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
     question paper.

5.   You may use a non-programmable calculator.

6.   Show ALL calculations, including formulae, where applicable.

7.   Write neatly and legibly.

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(EC/NOVEMBER 2022)                     AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2                                  3

SECTION A

QUESTION 1

1.1    Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
       Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers
       (1.1.1 to 1.1.10) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.1.11 D.

       1.1.1   Root hair cells absorb water through …

               A      osmosis.
               B      diffusion.
               C      active uptake.
               D      guttation.

       1.1.2   … is the even distribution of a fertiliser over the surface of a field.

               A      Band placing
               B      Broadcasting
               C      Fertigation
               D      Aerial application

       1.1.3   A farmer buys a fertiliser with the inscription 3 : 2 : 1 (28) on it. This
               means the fertiliser contains ...

               A      28% N.
               B      14% N.
               C      50% N.
               D      9,3% N.

       1.1.4   … is NOT an example of a stored grain pest.

               A      A rice weevil
               B      A flour moth
               C      A grain beetle
               D      A maize stalk borer

       1.1.5   … is an example of mechanical weed control.

               A      Crop rotation
               B      Introduction of natural enemies
               C      Use of fire
               D      Use of herbicides

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4                                   AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2                 (EC/NOVEMBER 2022)

       1.1.6   The state plays the following roles in plant protection.

               (i)     Drafts legislation
               (ii)    Provides quarantine services
               (iii)   Apply pesticides on behalf of farmers
               (iv)    Carries out research

               Choose the CORRECT combination:

               A       (i), (ii) and (iv)
               B       (i), (iii) and (iv)
               C       (i) and (ii)
               D       (ii), (iii) and (iv)

       1.1.7    Which ONE of the following is NOT a disadvantage of monoculture?

                A      Provides an ideal environment for spread of diseases
                B      Large amounts of pesticides are required
                C      High chances of total crop failure
                D      Only one type of machinery, knowledge and inputs are required

       1.1.8    The … is the most appropriate drainage system on a piece of land that
                has a clear depression down the middle.

                A      natural system
                B      herringbone
                C      grid system
                D      parallel system

       1.1.9    Data from a soil survey is used for the following, except for …

                A      farm planning.
                B      regional planning.
                C      household planning.
                D      property valuations.

       1.1.10 Which ONE of the following systems, is most water efficient?

                A      Flood irrigation
                B      Drip irrigation
                C      Sprinkler irrigation
                D      Micro-spray system                                         (10 x 2)   (20)

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(EC/NOVEMBER 2022)                   AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2                                  5

 1.2 Choose a word/term from COLUMN B that matches a description in
     COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–H) next to question numbers
     (1.2.1 to 1.2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.2.6 I.

                           COLUMN A                                COLUMN B
       1.2.1    Attraction  force between         different A     Turgid
                molecules

       1.2.2    Soft, weak, flabby cells caused by the loss B     Ablactation
                of water

       1.2.3    A process during which a fruit tree sheds C       Hydroponics
                many young flowers and fruits to reduce
                the amount of fruit set

       1.2.4    The production of fruit without fertilisation D   Adhesion
                of ovules

       1.2.5    Growing plants without soil, by using E           Parthenocarpy
                mineral nutrient solutions

                                                             F    Cohesion

                                                             G    Flaccid

                                                             H    Bonding
                                                                                  (5 x 2)   (10)

 1.3 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions. Write ONLY the
     word/term next to the question number (1.3.1 to 1.3.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.

       1.3.1    Substances that are added to soil to improve the nutritional status of
                soil.

       1.3.2    A white or grey material that consists of hydrated calcium sulphate
                (CaSO4.2H2O).

       1.3.3    The fusion of male and female gametes.

       1.3.4    The manipulation of living things to make useful products.

       1.3.5    The controlled process of cultivating aquatic organisms, especially for
                human consumption.                                             (5 x 2)      (10)

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1.4    Change the UNDERLINED WORD(S) in each of the following statements to
       make them TRUE. Write only the answer next to the question numbers
       (1.4.1 to 1.4.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.

       1.4.1    Necrosis is the yellowing of plant leaves due to the non-production of
                chlorophyll in plants.

       1.4.2    Chemicals used to control fungi are called herbicides.

       1.4.3    An evaporation pan is used to measure soil moisture tension in the soil.

       1.4.4    Conventional tillage is an agricultural technique for growing crops or
                pasture without disturbing the soil through tillage.

       1.4.5    The covering of cultivated soil with different substances such as grass
                or saw dust is referred to as layering.                          (5 x 1)     (5)

                                                                  TOTAL SECTION A:           45

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(EC/NOVEMBER 2022)                   AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2                                    7

SECTION B

QUESTION 2: PLANT STUDIES (NUTRITION)

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2.1    Plants are referred to as autotrophic organisms due to their ability to
       manufacture food for themselves.

       2.1.1    Give TWO organs where the products of photosynthesis are stored.                (2)

       2.1.2    Briefly describe how climate change might affect photosynthetic rates
                in plants.                                                                      (2)

2.2    Grade 11 learners conducted an experiment to determine the effect of
       temperature on the rate of photosynthesis. The effect of temperature on the
       rate of photosynthesis is determined by the number of oxygen bubbles evolved.
       The learners summarised their results in the table below.

               TEMPERATURE (°C)                      NUMBER OF BUBBLES
                     15                                     21
                     20                                     25
                     25                                     30
                     30                                     33
                     35                                     35
                     40                                     40

       2.2.1    Translate the information in the table above into a line graph.                 (6)

       2.2.2    Describe the trend shown in the graph you have drawn in
                QUESTION 2.2.1.                                                                 (2)

       2.2.3    Suggest TWO methods farmers can employ to manipulate the factor
                shown on the graph for maximum photosynthesis.                                  (2)

2.3    The cell membrane consists of a phospholipid bilayer with various proteins
       embedded in it. This structure enables different substances to travel through
       the membrane by either simple diffusion, facilitated diffusion or active transport.

       2.3.1    Name the method in the extract above that is appropriate for each of
                the circumstances given below.

                (a)   Requires energy in the form of ATP to occur.                              (1)

                (b)   Moving nutrients down their concentration gradient                        (1)

                (c)   Takes place with the aid of transmembrane proteins.                       (1)

       2.3.2    Differentiate between osmosis and diffusion.                                    (2)

       2.3.3    Describe TWO important functions of water in plants.                            (2)

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2.4    The table below shows some important plant minerals:

               MINERAL             DEFICIENCY SYMPTOM                MICRO/MACRO
                               Older leaves appear purple in
                     A         colour                                     Macro
                               Leaf margins and ends become
                B              brown and necrotic                         Macro
           Molybdenum          Stunted growth                              C
            Nitrogen                          D                           Macro

       2.4.1    Supply labels (A–D) to make the table complete.                              (4)

       2.4.2    Suggest TWO methods farmers can use to determine the nutrient
                status of their soils.                                                       (2)

       2.4.3    State TWO factors that could influence the availability of the nutrients
                in the table above to plants.                                                (2)

2.5    Animal manure is a valuable soil fertiliser for home gardens. It supplies primary
       nutrients and micronutrients for plant growth, and also serves as a source of
       organic matter. Increasing soil organic matter improves soil structure, increases
       water holding capacity of sandy soils and improves drainage of clay soils.

       2.5.1    Classify the fertiliser described in the passage above.                      (1)

       2.5.2    Identify TWO physical benefits of animal manure that are mentioned in
                the passage above.                                                           (2)

       2.5.3    Highlight TWO potential dangers associated with the use of animal
                manure.                                                                      (2)

       2.5.4    Name the other type of manure that is not in the passage.                   (1)
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(EC/NOVEMBER 2022)                   AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2                                9

QUESTION 3: PLANT REPRODUCTION AND PROTECTION

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3.1    Analyse the diagram below and answer the questions which follow.

                                            D

                                                                      C
                           E
                                                                          B
                                                         A

       3.1.1    Identify the pollination type depicted above.                               (1)

       3.1.2    Name the pollinating agent in the diagram above.                            (1)

       3.1.3    Identify TWO non-sexual parts of the flowers shown above.                   (2)

       3.1.4    Give the collective name of the structures C and B.                         (1)

       3.1.5    Name the structure E in the diagram above and state its function.           (2)

       3.1.6    Describe TWO adaptations of the flowers in the diagram above for the
                type of pollination mentioned in QUESTION 3.1.1.                            (2)

3.2    The diagram below shows an important stage in plant reproduction.

       3.2.1    Identify the process shown in the diagram above.                            (1)

       3.2.2    List TWO basic requirements for the process shown above to be
                successful.                                                                 (2)

       3.2.3    Suggest TWO methods that can be employed by farmers to speed up
                the process depicted above.                                                 (2)

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3.3    Below are examples of plants that can be propagated through asexual
       reproduction.
                           onions; potatoes; strawberries; roses
       3.3.1    Identify an example of a plant from the box above that is propagated
                using each of the methods below.
                (a)   Cuttings                                                              (1)
                (b)   Bulbs                                                                 (1)
                (c)   Tubers                                                                (1)
                (d)   Runners                                                               (1)
       3.3.2    Define asexual reproduction.                                                (2)
       3.3.3    Give TWO disadvantages of asexual reproduction methods of plant
                propagation.                                                                (2)
3.4    The diagram below shows organisms that attack crops on farms.

                                            Bacteria

                         Fungi
                                                             Virus

                                    Aphid
                                                       Nematodes

       3.4.1    Identify TWO micro-organisms from the diagram above.                       (2)
       3.4.2    Identify ONE pathogen and its vector in the diagram above.                 (2)
       3.4.3    Give TWO modes of transmission of the micro-organisms mentioned
                in QUESTION 3.4.1.                                                         (2)
       3.4.4    Recommend TWO measures farmers take to prevent the spread of
                diseases on their farms.                                                   (2)
3.5    The flow chart diagram below shows the steps a farmer takes in protecting
       crops on the farm.

       Preventative measures         Monitoring         Mechanical control   Biological
       control    Responsible pesticide use

       3.5.1    Name the pest control method shown above.                                  (1)
       3.5.2    Describe TWO benefits of using the method above.                           (2)
       3.5.3    Suggest TWO challenges that rural farmers might face in implementing
                the strategy named in QUESTION 3.4.1.                                      (2)
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(EC/NOVEMBER 2022)                   AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES P2                              11

QUESTION 4: OPTIMAL RESOURCE UTILISATION

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4.1 The diagram below illustrates a cropping system popular with South African
    farmers.

                                        Year 1

                     Year 4

                                                                  Year 2

                                              Year 3

     4.1.1    Identify the cropping system shown above.                                    (1)

     4.1.2    Give TWO reasons why farmers are encouraged to use the cropping
              system shown above.                                                          (2)

     4.1.3    Describe THREE principles that were applied when designing the
              cropping system shown above.                                                 (3)

     4.1.4    The crops in YEAR 3 include beans and peas. Supply the common name
              given to these crops.                                                        (1)

     4.1.5    Explain the role of the crops planted in YEAR 3 in the rotation
              programme.                                                                   (2)

4.2 Tillage is the agricultural preparation of soil by mechanical agitation of various
    types, such as digging, stirring, and overturning. It can be human-powered, draft-
    animal-powered or mechanised.

     4.2.1    Identify the TWO methods from the passage, that resource-poor farmers
              are more likely to use to power tillage on their farms.                      (2)

     4.2.2    Give TWO examples of tools that can be used during human-powered
              soil tillage.                                                                (2)

     4.2.3    State THREE functions of soil tillage.                                       (3)

     4.2.4    Distinguish between primary tillage and secondary tillage.                   (4)

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4.3    The structure below is common on South African farms.

       4.3.1    Identify the structure in the picture above.                              (1)

       4.3.2    Outline TWO advantages of using such structures in agriculture.           (2)

       4.3.3    State THREE environmental conditions to be considered when
                selecting the location of the structure mentioned in QUESTION 4.3.1.      (3)

4.4    The image below shows an activity that takes place on farms.

       4.4.1    Name the process shown in the picture above.                              (1)

       4.4.2    Name TWO sources of water used for the process shown above.               (2)

       4.4.3    Describe TWO benefits of the process mentioned in QUESTION 4.4.1.         (2)

       4.4.4    Identify TWO signs of poor-quality water.                                 (2)

       4.4.5    Mention TWO consequences of using poor quality water in the process
                shown above.                                                             (2)
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                                                               TOTAL SECTION B:          105
                                                                  GRAND TOTAL:           150

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