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GRADE 12
LIFE SCIENCES P2
SEPTEMBER 2022
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Life Sciences Grade 12 Paper 2 Limpopo Mock 2022 Memo
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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. Begin the answers 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.
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Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
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7. Only draw diagrams or flow charts when asked to do so.
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The diagrams in this question paper are NOT all drawn to scale.
9. Do NOT use graph paper.
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Non-programmable calculators, protractors and compasses may be used.
11. Write neatly and legibly.
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SECTION A
QUESTION 1
1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question
number (1.1.1 to 1.1.10) in your ANSWER BOOK, for example
1.1.11 D.
1.1.1 The sequence of nitrogenous bases UCA CGA ACC GCU AAC
could represent ...
A a gene that codes for one protein.
B a DNA strand that codes for one mRNA molecule.
C
D
a chain of five amino acids. s.
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1.1.2 A male who is homozygous for blood group A and a
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female with blood group B have children. Which ONE of
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the following genotypes is possible in the offspring?
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A IA IA an
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Colour blindness is a sex-linked trait and is caused by a
recessive allele on the X chromosome. The pedigree diagram
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below shows the inheritance of colour blindness in a family.
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oa Normal male
de Affected male
d Normal female
do Affected female
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Persons I and II have a child. What is the chance that the child will
be colour-blind?
A 0%
B 25%
C 75%
D 100%
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1.1.4 The diagrams below show the forelimbs of some
vertebrates
The type of evidence for evolution represented is...
A fossil evidence
B biogeography.
C modification by descent
D genetic evidence
1.1.5 The diagram below shows a karyotype of a human.
Which statement about this karyotype is correct?
A Non-disjunction has occurred, and the individual is male.
B Non-disjunction has not occurred, and the individual is female.
C Non-disjunction has not occurred, and the individual is male.
D Non-disjunction has occurred, and the individual is female.
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1.1.6 Changes to the genetic material of organisms can ONLY be
inherited by the next generation if they ...
A occur in somatic cells.
B increase the survival chances of the species.
C occur in reproductive cells.
D increase the survival chances of an individual.
1.1.7 Below is a list of fossils discovered in South Africa:
1. Taung child
2. Little Foot
3. Karabo
4. Mrs Ples
Which of the fossils above are classified in the genus
Australopithecus?
A 1, 2 and 3
B 1, 2, 3 and 4
C 2, 3 and 4
D 1, 3 and 4
1.1.8 DNA from the cells of an animal was analysed in a laboratory.
The results are shown in the table below.
Nitrogenous Base Composition
X Guanine Y Z
23,4% 26,3% 26,7% 23,6%
Which of the following is a possible correct identification of the
bases X, Y and Z?
X Y Z
A cytosine adenine thymine
B thymine adenine cytosine
C adenine cytosine thymine
D cytosine thymine adenine
1.1.9 When red shorthorn cattle are crossed with white shorthorn cattle,
the offspring have both red and white fur. This cross is an example
of…..
A Inheritance with multiple alleles
B Incomplete dominance
C Dihybrid cross
D Co-dominance
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1.1.10 The diagram below shows the genotypes of two parent plants and
three of their offspring for a characteristic that is controlled by a
dominant allele.
Parents Plant 1 Plant 2
Rr Rr
Offspring Plant 3 Plant 4 Plant 5
RR Rr rr
Which of the plants have the same phenotype?
A 1, 2 and 4
B 1, 2, 3 and 4
C 3 and 5
D 3, 4 and 5
(10 x 2) (20)
1.2 Give the correct biological term for each of the following descriptions. Write
only the term next to the question number (1.2.1 to 1.2.8) in your ANSWER
BOOK.
1.2.1 A factor/variable that is changed or manipulated during an
investigation
1.2.2 The law that describes how alleles are separated from one another
during the formation of gametes
1.2.3 A genotype consisting of different alleles for a specific trait
1.2.4 The complete disappearance of a species from earth
1.2.5 The splitting of the cytoplasm during cell division
1.2.6 An opening on hominid skulls through which the spinal cord passes
1.2.7 The region of a chromosome where two chromatids are attached to
each other
(7)
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1.3 Indicate whether each of the statements in COLUMN 1 applies to
A ONLY, B ONLY, BOTH A AND B or NONE of the items in COLUMN 2.
Write A only, B only, both A and B, or none next to the question number
(1.3.1 to 1.3.8) in the ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2
1.3.1 Genetic disorder linked to a sex A Haemophilia
chromosome B Sickle-cell anaemia
1.3.2 The evidence used to support the A Mitochondrial DNA
“Out of Africa” hypothesis by B Y-chromosome
tracing the maternal lineage
1.3.3 Examples of reproductive A Breeding at different
isolation mechanisms times of the year
B Adaptation to different
pollinators
(3 x 2) (6)
1.4 The diagram below shows a process that occurs during meiosis. •
1.4.1 Name:
(a) the process occurring in the diagram above. (1)
(b) the phase in meiosis during which this process occurs. (1)
1.4.2 Identify the part marked Y. (1)
1.4.3 Describe the process mentioned in QUESTION 1.4.1 (a). (3)
(6)
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1.5 In cattle, black coat colour (B) is dominant to brown coat colour (b), and long
horns (H) are dominant over short horns (h).
Study the following Punnett square of the cross between a cow and a bull
before answering the questions that follow.
FEMALE → BH Bh bH bh
MALE ↓
Bh X
Bh Y
Bh
Bh
1.5.1 State why the example above represents a dihybrid cross. (2)
1.5.2 Give the genotype of the female parent (1)
1.5.3 Give the:
(a) genotype of offspring X (2)
(b) phenotype of offspring Y (2)
1.5.4 What percentage of the offspring will be black with long horns?
Show your working out. (3)
1.5.5 Which principle of Mendel applies to dihybrid crosses only? (1)
(11)
[50]
TOTAL SECTION A: 50
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SECTION B
QUESTION 2
2.1 The diagram below shows different phases of meiosis in an organism.
Y
X
Diagram
Diagram I1 DiagramII2
Diagram
M
Z
DiagramIII
Diagram 3
2.1.1 Identify structure:
(a) X (1)
(b) Z. (1)
2.1.2 Give TWO observable reasons why chromosomes pair Y is regarded
as being homologous. (2)
2.1.3 Identify the phases shown in diagrams 1, 2 and 3. (3)
2.1.4 List TWO events in meiosis that contribute to genetic variation. (2)
(9)
2.2 A blue-eyed woman marries a man who is heterozygous for brown eyes.
Brown eyes (B) are dominant over blue eyes (b).
Use a genetic cross to show the possible genotypes and phenotypes of their
children. (6)
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2.3 The pedigree diagram below shows the inheritance of a genetic disease
caused by a single gene.
1 2
3 4 5
KEY
Unaffected Unaffected
male female
Affected male Affected female
2.3.1 Use individuals 2 and 5 to explain why this disease is a caused by a
recessive allele on the X-chromosome. (5)
2.3.2 Use the letters Xn for the recessive allele and XN for the dominant
allele to give the genotypes of individual:
(a) 3 (1)
(b) 4 (1)
2.3.3 What percentage of the daughters produced by individuals 3 and 4
would be affected? (1)
(8)
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2.4 A group of grade 12 learners conducted a survey to establish the number
of learners with each blood group.
The graph below shows the results of the survey.
Percentage of learners with each blood group
50
45
Percentage of learners (%)
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
A B AB O
Blood groups
Blood groups
2.4.1 State TWO planning steps that should be considered before
carrying out this investigation (2)
2.4.2 Which blood group has the lowest percentage of learners? (1)
2.4.3 Give ONE reason why the data from this investigation was
represented using the above type of graph. (2)
2.4.4 What conclusion can be drawn from the results presented in
the graph? (2)
2.4.5 The frequency of each blood group worldwide is shown in the
table below
Blood type Worldwide Frequency (%)
O 45
A 40
B 11
AB 4
The learners expected their results to correspond with the
results in the table, but they do not.
Explain why the results of the learners’ investigation are not
reliable. (2)
(9)
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2.5 The table below shows the skulls of fossils of different genera.
GENERA SKULL BRAIN PERIOD OF
VOLUME EXISTENCE
(MILLION YEARS
AGO)
African ape 530 cm³ 8 mya
Australopithecus 430cm³ 4–2,7 mya
Homo erectus 850cm³ 2–0,4 mya
Homo sapiens 1450cm³ 0,2 mya–present
2.5.1 How many million years ago did Homo erectus first appear? (1)
2.5.2 Calculate the difference in brain volume between Australopithecus
and Homo sapiens. Show ALL calculations. (2)
2.5.3 State TWO advantages of a larger brain volume. (2)
2.5.4 Tabulate THREE visible differences between the skulls of Homo
sapiens and the African ape. (7)
2.5.5 Describe TWO structural features of the body that correspond with
the evolution to bipedalism. (4)
(16)
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2.6 Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) bring new hope for medical cures,
promise to increase yields in agriculture and have the potential to help solve
the world's pollution and resource crisis.
There are also many objections to GMOs, some stating that they are expensive
to produce and are a threat to biodiversity.
2.6.1 Give ONE reason why:
(a) the initial cost of production of GMOs is high (1)
(b) GMOs are considered a threat to biodiversity (1)
(2)
TOTAL QUESTION 2: [50]
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QUESTION 3
3.1 Read the extract.
Scientists have studied the appearance, genetics and behaviours of wolves
and domesticated dogs to better understand what caused them to diverge
thousands of years ago. Wolves began to evolve through a process in which
people selectively bred individuals with desired traits and behaviours, such
as reduced aggression and willingness to submit to human social structure.
Scientists have discovered that some wolves had the genes to produce
amylase and digest starch and benefited from the human food they were
scavenging. Domesticated dogs produce much more amylase compared to
wolves and this allows dogs to benefit from a high-starch diet of humans in a
way that wolves never could.
3.1.1 Using the example given in the passage, describe how a population
of wolves may have evolved to form the first population of dogs. (6)
3.1.2 Although all dogs are descendants of the wolf, the use of artificial
selection has allowed humans to drastically alter the appearance of
dogs. For centuries, dogs have been bred for various desired
characteristics, leading to the creation of a wide range of dogs, from
the tiny Chihuahua to the massive Great Dane.
(a) Explain why all breeds of domestic dogs belong to the same species. (3)
(b) Describe how artificial selection has led to the different breeds of
domestic dogs. (3)
(12)
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3.2 The diagram below represents the changes in a population of bacteria as
a result of exposure to an antibiotic over time.
Diagram A Diagram B
Key
Low High
Antibiotic resistance level
3.2.1 Explain, in terms of natural selection, the change in the proportion (6)
of antibiotic resistant bacteria in the population in diagram B
3.2.2 Explain why antibiotic resistance can become a severe health (3)
problem in hospitals
(9)
3.3 Read the following extract.
Since 1972, biologists Peter and Rosemary Grant have studied finch
populations in the Galapagos Islands. They studied one finch population on
an island called Daphne Major.
The table below shows the data they collected over a period of 7 years.
Year 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980
Rainfall (mm) - - 130 20 130 70 50
Number of finches 1 100 1 300 1 100 200 350 300 250
Small seeds (mg/m2) - 800 600 90 300 70 50
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3.3.1 Use the information in the table to draw a line graph to show the (6)
number of finches from 1974 until 1980.
3.3.2 In which year were the largest drop in rainfall, number of seeds and (1)
number of finches recorded?
3.3.3 Explain how the three events mentioned in QUESTION 3.3.2 are (4)
related to each other.
3.3.4 When the number of finches decreased, there were still plenty of
large seeds on the island. What does this tell you about the seed-
eating habits of the finches that died? (1)
(12)
3.4 The diagram below shows some processes that occur during protein synthesis.
3.4.1 Identify:
(a) Molecule Y (1)
(b) Organelle V (1)
(c) Structure Z (1)
3.4.2 Give the sequence of nitrogenous bases for the first codon on Molecule Y
(1, 2, 3). (1)
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3.4.3 Give the correct order in which molecules P, Q, R and S would attach to
molecule Y. (From left to right) (2)
3.4.4 Where in a cell does stage X occur? (1)
3.4.5 If the third nitrogenous base (A) of the DNA strand was replaced by G,
describe how this would affect the protein that will form. (4)
3.4.6 Describe the process of transcription (6)
(17)
TOTAL QUESTION 3: 50
GRAND TOTAL: 150
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ERRATUM: LFSC PREP PAPER 2 MARKING GUIDELINE 2022
ENGLISH
1.2.7 Centromere
1.2.8 Delete
1.4 1.4.1 (a) Crossing over (1)
(b) Prophase (1)
1.4.2 Y - Chiasma (1)
1.4.3 - Homologous chromosomes/bivalents pair up
- Each chromosome has 2 chromatids
- Chromatids overlap/cross over
- Genetic material is exchangedbetween non-sister
chromatids
- After the process of crossing-over chromosomes have genes
from the homologous partner
Max (3)
(6)
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NATIONAL
SENIOR CERTIFICATE
GRADE 12
LIFE SCIENCES P2
SEPTEMBER 2022
MARKING GUIDELINES
MARKS: 150
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MARKING GUIDELINE
PRINCIPLES RELATED TO MARKING LIFE SCIENCES 2022
1. If more information than marks allocated is given
Stop marking when maximum marks is reached and put a wavy line and 'max'
in the right hand margin.
2. If, for example, three reasons are required and five are given
Mark the first three irrespective of whether all or some are correct/ incorrect.
3. If whole process is given when only part of it is required
Read all and credit relevant part.
4. If comparisons are asked for and descriptions are given
Accept if differences/similarities are clear.
5. If tabulation is required but paragraphs are given
Candidates will lose marks for not tabulating.
6. If diagrams are given with annotations when descriptions are required
Candidates will lose marks.
7. If flow charts are given instead of descriptions
Candidates will lose marks.
8. If sequence is muddled and links do not make sense
Where sequence and links are correct, credit. Where sequence and links are
incorrect, do not credit. If sequence and links becomes correct again, resume
credit.
9. Non-recognized abbreviations
Accept if first defined in answer. If not defined, do not credit the unrecognised
abbreviation but credit the rest of answer if correct.
10. Wrong numbering
If answer fits into the correct sequence of questions but the wrong
number is given, it is acceptable.
11. If language used changes the intended meaning
Do not accept.
12. Spelling errors
If recognizable, accept, provided it does not mean something else in Life
Sciences or if it is out of context.
13. If common names given in terminology
Accept, provided it was accepted at the National memo discussion meeting.
14. If only letter is asked for and only name is given (and vice versa)
No credit.
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MARKING GUIDELINE
15. If units are not given in measurements
Memorandum will allocate marks for units separately, except where it is already
given in the question.
16. Be sensitive to the sense of an answer, which may be stated in a different
way.
17. Caption
Credit will be given for captions to all illustrations (diagrams, graphs, tables,
etc.) except where it is already given in the question.
18. Code-switching of official languages (terms and concepts)
A single word or two that appears in any official language other than the
learners' assessment language used to the greatest extent in his/her answers
should be credited, if it is correct. A marker that is proficient in the relevant
official language should be consulted. This is applicable to all official languages.
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MARKING GUIDELINE
SECTION A
QUESTION 1
1.1 1.1.1 D
1.1.2 B
1.1.3 B
1.1.4 C
1.1.5 A
1.1.6 C
1.1.7 B
1.1.8 C
1.1.9 D
1.1.10 B (10 x 2) (20)
1.2 1.2.1 Independentvariable
1.2.2 (Law of) segregation
1.2.3 Heterozygous
1.2.4 Extinction
1.2.5 Cytokinesis
1.2.6 Foramen magnum
1.2.7 Centromere
(7)
1.3 1.3.1 A only
1.3.2 A only
1.3.3 Both A and B
(3 x 2) (6)
1.4 1.4.1 (a) Crossing over (1)
(b) Prophase (1)
1.4.2 Y - Chiasma (1)
1.4.3 - Homologous chromosomes/bivalents pair up
- Each chromosome has 2 chromatids
- Chromatids overlap/cross over
- Genetic material is exchangedbetween non-sister
chromatids
- After the process of crossing-over chromosomes have genes
from the homologous partner
Max (3)
(6)
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MARKING GUIDELINE
1.5 1.5.1 This is a Dihybrid cross:
It is a cross between two individuals
with two observed traits/ coat colour and horn length
that are controlled by two distinct genes. (2)
1.5.2 BbHh (1)
1.5.3 (a) BBHh (2)
(b) BBhh = black coat colour; short horns (2)
1.5.4 BBHh = 4
8 x Black coat; Long horns
BbHh = 4
Bbhh = 4
8 x Black coat; Short horns
BBhh = 4
8 x 100 = 50 %
16 (3)
1.5.5 (Principle of) Independent Assortment (1)
(11)
TOTAL SECTION A: 50
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SECTION B
QUESTION 2
2.1
2.1.1 (a) Cell membrane
(b) Spindle fibres (2)
2.1.2 The chromosomes are of the:
- Same size
- Same shape
- Same length
Any (2)
(Mark first TWO only)
2.1.3 1 - Metaphase 1
2 - Prophase 1
3 - Metaphase 2 (3)
2.1.4 - Crossing over (2)
- Random arrangement of chromosomes
(Mark first TWO only) (9)
2.2 P1/parent phenotype blue eyes x brown eyes
genotype bb x Bb
Meiosis
G/gametes b, b x B, b
Fertilisation
F1/offspring genotype Bb, bb, Bb & bb
phenotypes 2 blue eyes and 2 brown eyes
genotypes Bb, bb, Bb, bb
Parents and offspring/P1 and F1
Meiosis and fertilisation Any (6)
OR
P1/parent phenotype blue eyes x brown eyes
genotype bb x Bb
Meiosis gametes B b
Fertilisation b Bb bb
b Bb bb
1 mark for correct gametes
1 mark for correct genotypes
F1/offspring: phenotype 2 blue eyes and 2 brown eyes
Parents and offspring/P1 and F1
Meiosis and fertilisation Any (6)
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2.3
2.3.1
- Individual 5 is an affected male✓ and
- He must have one Y chromosome✓ and
- the recessive allele on the X chromosome✓
- which he would have inherited from his mother (individual 2) ✓
- But she does not have the disorder✓, which means it is caused by a
recessive allele (5)
2.3.2 (a) 3: XnXn✓
(b) 4: XNY ✓ (2)
2.3.3 0% ✓ (1)
(8)
2.4
2.4.1 Planning:
• Get permission from all stakeholders/ the learners and
their parents
• Decide on the sample size/ composition/ participants
• Decide on the method to use to determine the blood
groups/ ensure that the learners know their blood
groups
• Determine the apparatus and equipment needed to test for
the different blood groups
• Design a record sheet
• Set a date/ time for the investigation
• Arrange venue
(Mark first TWO only) Any
(2)
2.4.2 B (1)
2.4.3 Represent separate/discrete/different
entities/blood groups /units
OR
Discontinuous variable / No intermediate groups (2)
2.4.4 45 % /Majority of the sample group have blood group A
OR
10 % /Minority of the sample group have blood group B
OR
20 % of the sample group have blood group AB
OR
35 % of the sample group have blood group O (2)
2.4.5 The sample group was very small/ only one group of learners
from an entire school
and is therefore not representative of the world population (2)
(9)
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2.5
2.5.1 2 mya (1)
2.5.2 1450 cm3 – 430 cm3 (1450 – 430) cm3
= 1020 cm3
(2)
2.5.3 Have better co-ordination of movement
Process large amount of information
Processing information faster
Development of spoken and written languages to
communicate
(Mark first TWO only) (2)
2.5.4 Table (1)
Homo sapiens African ape/Gorilla
Large cranium Small cranium
Smaller jaw Bigger jaw
Non-prognathous Prognathous
Smaller teeth/canines Bigger teeth/canines
Brow ridge reduced/ Brow ridge large/
absent pronounced
Well-developed chin Less developed chin
(Mark first THREE only) (6)
(7)
2.5.5
• The foramen magnum moved from a backwards
position to a more forward position in the modern human
• The curvature of the spinechanged from C-shaped
to S-shaped
• The pelvis changed from long and narrow to wider
and shorter.
(Mark first TWO only)
(4)
(16)
2.6 2.6.1 (a) new equipment is expensive
labour intensive
many clinical trialsmust be done/long time to produce a
safe product
(Mark first ONE only) Any (1)
(b) may easily pollinate non-GM crops/may mate with non-GM
animals
they might out-compete the naturally occurring organisms
(Mark first ONE only) Any (1)
(2)
TOTAL QUESTION 2: [50]
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QUESTION 3
3.1
3.1.1 • there is variation in the wolves
• in terms of their behaviour/ reduced aggression
• and genetics / ability to produce amylase/ digest starch
• A population of less aggressive/more tame wolves✓
were separated✓from the original wild population
• They became scavengers✓ around human settlements
because they could digest the starch in human food ✓
• and were more suited for survival ✓amongst a human
population
• The genes for producing more amylase were passed on to
their offspring✓
• The next generation had a higher proportion of individuals
with the favourable characteristic ✓
Max 6 (6)
3.1.2 (a) They can interbreedwith different domestic dog breeds
to produce fertile offspring (3)
(b) Humans chose desired characteristics✓
and bred dogs with those phenotypes and genotypes
to create dogs that suit their needs ✓/
e.g. hunters, companions, helpers. (3)
(12)
3.2
3.2.1 - Due to a mutation
- some bacteria are resistant to the antibiotic and
- others are not
- There is a large degree of variation in the bacteria
population
- When the antibiotic was first used,
- the non-resistant bacteria died
- The resistant bacteria survived
- to reproduce thereby
- increasing the population of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Any
Max 6 (6)
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3.2.2 - Overuse/ frequent use of antibiotics
- may lead to the development of antibiotic resistant strains of
bacteria /Infections caused by these bacteria are no longer
affected by the antibiotic treatment
- Antibiotic resistance leads to higher medical costs, prolonged
hospital stays, and increased mortality.
(3)
(9)
3.3
3.3.1
Number of finches from 1974 to 1980
Number of finches
1400
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980
Time (years)
Rubric for awarding marks for the graph
Correct type of graph 1
Title of graph 1
Correct label for X and Y-axes 1
Correct scale and units for X and 1
Y-axes
Plotting points 1: 1 - 4 correctly plotted
2: All 7 correctly plotted
NOTE:
If the wrong type of graph is drawn: marks will be forfeited for
"correct type of graph" as well as for the ''joining of points''.
(6)
3.3.2 1977
(1)
3.3.3 A drop in rainfall/ drought
causes a drop in seed production/plant growth
causing less food to support fewer finches
(4)
3.3.4 the beaks of these finches were too small/ not strong enough to be
able to eat the large seeds
(1)
(12)
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3.4
3.4.1 (a) Molecule Y: mRNA
(b) Organelle V: ribosome
(c) Structure Z: nuclear membrane (3)
3.4.2 First codon on molecule Y: AGU (1)
3.4.3 R; S; P; Q (must be in correct order) (2)
3.4.4 Cytoplasm (1)
3.4.5 If nitrogenous base A is replaced by G, the codon will change to
AGC
This will code for another anticodon/ UCA instead of AGU
And may result in coding for another amino acid
which may change the protein that is formed (4)
3.4.6 The double helix DNA unwinds
The double-stranded DNA unzips/ weak hydrogen bonds break
to form two separate strands
One strand is used as a template
to form mRNA
using free RNA nucleotides from the nucleoplasm.
The mRNA is complementary to the DNA.
mRNA now has the coded message for protein synthesis (Any 6) (6)
(17)
TOTAL QUESTION 3: 50
GRAND TOTAL: 150
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