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iGCSE Biology (0610)-6.1 Photosynthesis – iGCSE Style Questions Paper 1

Question

The diagram shows an experiment to find out if carbon dioxide is necessary for photosynthesis.
The plant is kept in the dark for 48 hours to remove any starch. Then it is set up in the light, as shown.

After 10 hours, leaves X and Y were tested for starch.
What is the expected result?

▶️Answer/Explanation

Ans : C

Question

The diagram shows a cross-section of part of a leaf.
Which type of cell carries out the most photosynthesis?

▶️Answer/Explanation

Ans: A

Question

Which row shows what is needed for photosynthesis?

▶️Answer/Explanation

Ans: A

Question

What is the word equation for photosynthesis?
(A)  carbon dioxide + oxygen →  glucose + water
(B)  carbon dioxide + water →  glucose + oxygen
(C)  oxygen + glucose →  carbon dioxide + water
(D)  oxygen + water → glucose + carbon dioxide

▶️Answer/Explanation

Ans: B

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