iGCSE Biology (0610)-6.1 Photosynthesis – iGCSE Style Questions Paper 2

Question

 A plant with variegated leaves has the starch removed from its leaves by placing it in a dark
       cupboard for 48 hours.
       Black paper is then fixed on one leaf as shown and the plant is exposed to light.
       After 24 hours, which part of the leaf contains starch?

             

Answer/Explanation

Ans

D

Question

Which row shows the effects of deficiencies in nitrate and magnesium ions on plant growth?

         

Answer/Explanation

Ans

C

Question

The graph shows the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis.

Which environmental factor is limiting the rate of photosynthesis at X on the graph?
A   carbon dioxide concentration
B   light intensity
C   oxygen concentration
D   temperature

Answer/Explanation

Ans
B

Question

Which molecule contains magnesium?
A chlorophyll
B fat
C glucose
D starch

Answer/Explanation

Ans

A

Question

A student drew a diagram to show the substances used and produced in photosynthesis in a leaf.

Answer/Explanation

Ans: B

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