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A-LevelBiologyCell membranes and transportOct/Nov 2024Paper 1 Q101 Mark

A mixture of glucose and starch solutions was placed in a length of dialysis (Visking) tubing and the tubing sealed. The tubing was then placed in a boiling tube containing distilled water. Two samples were immediately removed from this water (time 0 minutes) and tested with either iodine solution or Benedict's solution. This was repeated at 10 minute intervals for 30 minutes. The iodine solution gave an orange-brown colour each time. The table shows the results of the Benedict's test. time/minutes: 0 (blue), 10 (green), 20 (yellow), 30 (red) What may be concluded from these results? 1 The pores in the Visking tubing are too small for a starch molecule to pass through. 2 Glucose diffuses through the Visking tubing down a diffusion gradient. 3 Water diffuses into the Visking tubing.

A1, 2 and 3
B1 and 2 only
C1 and 3 only
D2 and 3 only

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is B: 1 and 2 only

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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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About This A-Level Biology Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests Cell membranes and transport in A-Level Biology (syllabus code 9700). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Biology Oct/Nov 2024 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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