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A-LevelBiologyCell structure9700/12 · Oct/Nov 2025 · Q11 Mark

A student observed some cells using a microscope with an eyepiece graticule. [Figure showing cells and eyepiece graticule scale] They then replaced the slide containing the cells with a stage micrometer with a millimetre scale, and lined up the eyepiece graticule as shown. [Figure showing graticule and stage micrometer scales aligned] What is the maximum diameter of the cell labelled X?

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A0.0066 µm
B66 µm
C73 µm
D733 µm

✓ Correct answer

C: 73 µm

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Cell structure, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, Oct/Nov 2025 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 1.

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