# Life Sciences Grade 12 P1 Eastern Cape Mock 2022 QP (Eng) > Grade 12 Life Sciences Paper 1 question paper from the Eastern Cape Mock Exam 2022 (English), 16 pages. 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Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 Downloaded from hlayiso.com NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 SEPTEMBER 2022 LIFE SCIENCES P1 MARKS: 150 TIME: 2½ hours This question paper consists of 16 pages. ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 2 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Read the following instructions carefully before answering the questions. 1. Answer ALL the questions. 2. Write ALL the answers in your ANSWER BOOK. 3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page. 4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question. 6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink. 7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so. 8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale. 9. Do NOT use graph paper. 10. You may use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass where necessary. 11. Write neatly and legibly. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 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 Which ONE of the following parts collects sound waves? A Pinna B Tympanic membrane C Auditory canal D Eustachian tube 1.1.2 A device used to treat a middle ear infection is a … A grommet. B cochlear implant. C hearing aid. D biconcave lens. 1.1.3 Which ONE of the following represents the correct sequence in the transmission of a sound stimulus in the ear? A Vibration → sound wave → pressure wave → impulse B Sound wave → vibration → pressure wave → impulse C Impulse → pressure wave → vibration → sound wave D Sound wave → impulse → pressure wave → vibration 1.1.4 Which ONE of the following visual defects occurs when the lens of an eye becomes cloudy and opaque? A Long-sightedness B Short-sightedness C Astigmatism D Cataracts 1.1.5 The layer of the eye that is richly supplied with blood vessels is the … A retina. B sclera. C conjunctiva. D choroid. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 4 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 1.1.6 A structure in a male reproductive system that transports both semen and urine is the … A epididymis. B vas deferens. C urethra. D seminiferous tubule. 1.1.7 The hormone that stimulates the development of the endometrium is … A FSH. B LH. C testosterone. D oestrogen. 1.1.8 The process whereby an ovum is released from the ovary in humans is known as … A ovulation. B oogenesis. C fertilisation. D menstruation. 1.1.9 A surgical removal of the prostate gland may decrease the chances of reproduction in males because … A sperm cells can die in the acidic conditions of the vagina. B sperm cells produced will be abnormal and unable to move. C no sperm cells will be released during copulation only semen. D immature sperm cells will be released into the vagina. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 5 1.1.10 The graphs below represent possible blood glucose and insulin levels in a person. Concentration in blood W X Concentration in blood Time after eating Time after eating meal meal Y Z Concentration in blood Concentration in blood Time after eating Time after eating meal meal Glucose Level Insulin Level Which ONE of the graphs represents the blood glucose and insulin levels of a person without diabetes mellitus after a meal? A W B X C Y D Z (10 x 2) (20) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 6 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 1.2 Give the correct biological term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the term next to the question numbers (1.2.1 to 1.2.10) in the ANSWER BOOK. 1.2.1 A hormone that stimulates milk production in human females 1.2.2 The type of cell division that results in the formation of a morula from a zygote 1.2.3 The path taken by an impulse in bringing about a response to a stimulus during a reflex action 1.2.4 The branch of the peripheral nervous system that consists of sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves 1.2.5 The microscopic gap found between two consecutive neurons 1.2.6 The part of the skull that protects the brain 1.2.7 The period of the development of the foetus 1.2.8 A hormone from the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce its hormone 1.2.9 The homeostatic control of water levels in the blood 1.2.10 The part of the brain that connects the right and the left hemispheres (10 x 1) (10) 1.3 Indicate whether each of the descriptions in COLUMN I apply to A ONLY, B ONLY, BOTH A AND B or NONE of the items in COLUMN II. Write A only, B only, both A and B or none, next to the question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.3) in the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN I COLUMN II 1.3.1 A brain disorder that results in A: Alzheimer’s disease memory loss B: Multiple sclerosis 1.3.2 The ability of the eye to change A: Pupillary mechanism the shape of the lens to focus on B: Binocular vision the object that is near or distant 1.3.3 A part of the ear that connects A: Eustachian tube the middle ear to the pharynx B: Ossicles (3 x 2) (6) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 7 1.4 The diagram represents the homeostatic control of water levels in the blood when a person is dehydrated during a soccer match. Gland B releases more hormone C in to the blood Part A of the Part D in the brain stimulated kidneys Water level in Water level in the blood drops the blood rises Normal water level in the blood 1.4.1 Identify: (a) Part A (1) (b) Gland B (1) (c) Hormone C (1) (d) Structure D (1) 1.4.2 State the effect of hormone C on structure D in this person. (1) 1.4.3 Name ONE physiological process that will result in the low levels of water in the blood of this person. (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 8 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 1.5 The diagram below represents two types of neurons. A DIAGRAM I C B D DIAGRAM II 1.5.1 Identify the neuron in: (a) DIAGRAM I (1) (b) DIAGRAM II (1) 1.5.2 Identify part C. (1) 1.5.3 Give the LETTER and the NAME of the part that: (a) Provides electrical insulation (2) (b) Receives incoming impulses (2) 1.5.4 Which neuron (I or II) transmits impulses to the central nervous system? (1) TOTAL SECTION A: 50 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 9 SECTION B QUESTION 2 2.1 DIAGRAM I shows the structure of a normal female reproductive system and DIAGRAM II shows the structure of a female reproductive system with didelphys uterus. Women with didelphys uterus may have a normal pregnancy, but there may be complications in some cases such as ectopic pregnancies, intra-uterine foetal growth restriction, abnormal placentation and foetal malposition. Cervix Cervix Cervix DIAGRAM I DIAGRAM II 2.1.1 Tabulate TWO structural differences between the female reproductive systems as shown in DIAGRAM I and DIAGRAM II. (5) 2.1.2 State TWO possible complications that may occur in a female with didelphys uterus during pregnancy. (2) 2.1.3 A woman with didelphys uterus is 10 weeks pregnant. Explain why no other implantation will occur in the second uterus during this time. (4) 2.2 Describe the structures that develop after implantation to ensure protection and nutrition of the developing embryo. (8) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 10 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 2.3 The diagram below shows the structures involved in thermoregulation in the skin. Skin surface Sweat gland A 2.3.1 Identify part A. (1) 2.3.2 Explain the condition of part A on a cold day. (3) 2.3.3 Frostbite is caused by the death of the tissues around the toes when a person is exposed to severe cold conditions for a prolonged period. Explain why the condition of part A mentioned in QUESTION 2.3.2 may result in frostbite. (3) 2.3.4 Anhidrosis is a condition which results in the sweat glands producing no sweat. It can affect the whole body or a small part of the body. Anhidrosis may be caused by severe burns, radiation, infection, inflammation, or other injuries to the skin. Explain why anhidrosis affecting the whole body may lead to death, when the person is exposed to very hot conditions for a few hours. (4) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 11 2.4 The diagram below shows a bird’s nest in a high tree with some newly hatched birds. 2.4.1 State TWO observable reasons why this type of development can be regarded as altricial. (2) 2.4.2 Explain ONE advantage of the nest being high in the tree for the altricial development in an ecosystem. (3) 2.4.3 Explain the volume of the yolk in an amniotic egg of the bird that is precocial as compared to the same size of bird that is altricial. (3) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 12 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 2.5 An investigation was conducted to determine the effect of zinc supplementation on the levels of testosterone in the blood of weightlifting males. The procedure was as follows: 60 healthy weightlifting males of the same age were asked to participate in the investigation. • They were given the same diet for 6 weeks • Their testosterone levels in the blood were measured every day for the 6-week period • They were given a zinc supplement with their diet every day for 6 weeks • The testosterone levels in blood were measured again every day • The average levels of testosterone in blood were calculated before and after the zinc supplement The average free testosterone per group before and after the investigation is given below: Average testosterone in blood (ulU/mL) Before administering the zinc 16,8 supplement After administering the zinc 22,5 supplement 2.5.1 Identify in this investigation the: (a) Independent variable (1) (b) Dependent variable (1) 2.5.2 Describe the control that was done for this investigation. (2) 2.5.3 State TWO variables that should have been considered about the zinc supplements to ensure the validity of the investigation. (2) 2.5.4 State TWO ways in which the reliability of the results was ensured for this investigation. (2) 2.5.5 Write a general conclusion that can be drawn from the results obtained. (2) 2.5.6 State TWO functions of testosterone in male reproduction. (2) [50] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 13 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 13 QUESTION 3 3.1 The diagram below shows part of the human ear. C D B E A 3.1.1 Identify part D. (1) 3.1.2 State ONE function of part E. (1) 3.1.3 State why part A must absorb the excess pressure waves. (1) 3.1.4 Describe the how the structures indicated by C maintain balance. (7) 3.1.5 Explain why a rupture (hole) in part B may lead to hearing loss. (4) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 14 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 14 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 3.2 An investigation was done to determine the effect of gravity on the direction of growth of the stem. The procedure was as follows: • Two plants of the same species, height and age were selected • Plants were exposed to the same environmental conditions (water, nutrients and type of soil) • Both plants were attached to a clinostat as shown in the diagram • They were then exposed to light from all directions The experiments were setup as shown in the diagram below. Rotating clinostat Stationary clinostat DIAGRAM I DIAGRAM II 3.2.1 Suggest ONE reason why it is important for the stem of the plant to grow towards the light. (1) 3.2.2 What is the term given to the growth movement of a part of a plant in response to gravity? (1) 3.2.3 State the purpose of rotating the clinostat in DIAGRAM I during the investigation. (1) 3.2.4 Explain the results that will be obtained after 2 weeks in DIAGRAM II. (5) 3.2.5 If the growth tip of the stem in DIAGRAM I was removed at the start of the investigation, explain the results that will be obtained after 2 weeks. (4) 3.2.6 Name ONE, other hormone which stimulates the growth of the plant. (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 15 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) LIFE SCIENCES P1 15 3.3 The diagram below represents the structure of the human eye. A B C D E 3.3.1 Identify part B. (1) 3.3.2 Describe the functioning of part D when a person is in dim light. (2) 3.3.3 Explain the role part A and E when an object is moving closer. (3) 3.3.4 Glaucoma is an eye disease that can lead to blindness. It occurs when the excess aqueous humor cannot leave the eye because the drainage channels in the cornea and iris are blocked. This blockage creates more pressure in the eye which will damage the photoreceptors and the optic nerve. (a) Give the LETTER that represents the aqueous humor. (1) (b) Describe how the pressure in the eye may increase. (2) (c) Explain why a person with glaucoma may become blind. (3) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 16 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 16 LIFE SCIENCES P1 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2022) 3.4 The graph below represents the homeostatic control of salt levels in the blood of a person. 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