A-LevelBiologyGenetic technologyMay/June 2021Paper 4 Q412 Marks
Genetic engineering involves the manipulation of naturally occurring enzymes and processes. Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) include crop plants. Genetically modified (GM) crop plants have been grown in North America in increasing quantities since 1996. They are now grown in many areas of the world and are eaten by millions of people and farm animals. Table 4.1 compares the area of land used to grow GM crop plants on six continents in 2013. [Table 4.1]
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Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.
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