SECTION B : STRUCTURE
Instructions: answer all questions in this section
Mark: 20 marks
1. (a) Cell is the basic unit for all living things. Underline the correct answer about cell.
(i) (Nucleus / Cell membrane) control the movement of materials in and out of a cell.
(ii) (Vacuole/ Cell wall) give a fixed shape to the cell.
[2 marks]
(b) Complete the tree map using the given words to classify the microorganisms.
Yeast Mucor Ant Bacteria
Microorganism
Unicellular Multicellular
(i) ________________ (i) ________________
(ii) _______________ (ii) _______________
[2 marks]
2. Label the atomic structure in Diagram 2 by using the words given.
Proton Nucleus Electron Neutron
(a) (b)
(d)
(c)
Diagram 2 [4 marks]
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3. Diagram 3 shows structure of a flower.
Diagram 3
(a) Based on Diagram 3, write anter, stigma and filament to label some of the parts of the flower.
[3 marks]
(b) Pollination of flowers depending on the characteristics of the flower itself. State
characteristics of the flower that are pollinated by the wind.
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[1 mark]
4. Diagram 4 shows the condition of foetus which is developing in the mother’s uterus.
Diagram 4
(a) Label P and Q in Diagram 4 using the words given in the box. [2 marks]
Amniotic fluid Placenta Amnion
(b) Q is an important fluid for the development of foetus in the uterus.
Underline the correct answer
(i) Q acts as a cushion to (absorb / reflect) shock and protects the foetus from physical
injuries.
(ii) Q regulates the (water / temperature) of foetus.
[ 2 marks]
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5. (a) Mark (√) the organism that carry out asexual reproduction.
(i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
[2 marks]
(b) Diagram 5 shows the reproduction of planaria.
Diagram 5
Which of the following carry out the same method of reproduction? Circle the correct answer.
K L
M N
[2 marks]
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SECTION C: OPEN STRUCTURE
Mark: 60 marks
Instructions: answer all questions in this section
6. Diagram 6 shows a menstrual cycle.
Diagram 6
(a) A woman will undergo a series of changes in the thickness of the uterine wall as shown in
Diagram 6 when she reaches puberty. What is meant by puberty?
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[1 mark]
(b) Phase 1 is the menstrual phase. What happens during this phase?
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[1 mark]
(c) If March 23rd is Mary’s first day of menstruation phase, determine Mary’s first day of
menstruation phase the following month.
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[1 mark]
(d) (i) Name the third phase in menstrual cycle and explain what happens during this phase.
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[2 marks]
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(ii) If there are sperms in the female reproductive system during the third phase, explain the
changes in the uterine wall in the fourth phase.
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[2 marks]
(e) (i) Why is personal hygiene important during menstruation?
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[1 mark]
(ii) State two ways of practicing good personal hygiene during menstruation.
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[2 marks]
7. Diagram 7.1 shows Amy is driving to her friend’s house and is passing through a corner.
Diagram 7.1
(a) Amy almost got into accident while passing through the corner. She thinks there is a need for
safety mirror to alert driver on both sides of the road. What kind of mirror is suitable to be placed
at the corner road?
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[1 mark]
(b) State the characteristics of the mirror.
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[2 marks]
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(c) Explain how the use of the mirror can reduce the risk of accident from occurring.
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[2 marks]
(d) When arrived at her friend’s house, Amy wanted to touch up her make up to appear more
radiant. She uses the mirror as shown in Diagram 7.2.
Diagram 7.2
(i) Is the mirror in Diagram 7.2 similar to safety mirror in Diagram 7.1? Give your reasons.
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[3 marks]
(ii) What are the characteristics of images formed in mirror in Diagram 7.2?
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[2 marks]
8. Homeostasis is a process in which an organism or cell is able to preserve the environment in
the body. For example, humans are able to regulate the water content of the body.
(a) (i) Name an important human organ that regulates the water content of the body.
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[1 mark]
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(ii) How does this organ regulate the water content of the body?
________________________________________________________________________
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[2 marks]
(b) Diagram 8.1 shows a boy sweating when running.
Diagram 8.1
(i) Why is the boy advised to drink plenty of water after running?
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[2 marks]
(ii) Describe the correction mechanism in controlling the body temperature in the above
situation.
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[2 marks]
(c) Diagram 8.2 shows a lizard.
Diagram 8.2
(i) State a way by which the lizard regulates its body temperature when the temperature
of the environment changes.
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[1 mark]
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(ii) Explain the importance of homeostasis to a living thing.
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[2 marks]
9. (a) Jeffry measures the volumes of distilled water using a measuring cylinder as shows in
Diagram 9.1
Diagram 9.1
(i) Jeffry notes that the volume of the distilled water is 22 ml. Based on Diagram 9.1,
determine the accuracy of this reading. Explain.
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[2 marks]
(ii) Beside measuring cylinder, state two other apparatus used to measure the volume of
liquids.
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[2 marks]
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(b) Diagram 9.2 shows the reagent bottle of ethanol.
Diagram 9.2
(i) What is the meaning of the warning symbol found on the reagent bottle?
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[1 mark]
(ii) State a safety measure while heating ethanol.
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[1 mark]
(c) Jeffry and his friends carried out a measurement activity. They were asked by his teacher to
measure the thickness of a Form 1 Science textbook. Suggest two suitable instrument they
can use to take the readings.
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[2 marks]
(d)
The use of standard units for measurement will make it easier to
communicate in our daily life matters.
Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons to support your answer.
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[2 marks]
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10. Diagram 10.1 shows the conditions of a wooden block and iron block when put in a measuring
cylinder filled with water.
Wooden block
water
Iron block
Diagram 10.1
(a) Based on Diagram 10.1, explain your observation.
(i) Iron block : ______________________________________________________
(ii) Wooden block : ______________________________________________________
[2 marks]
(b) Table 10 shows several liquids and their densities.
Liquid Density (g/cm3)
W 1.1
X 0.9
Y 1.9
Z 1.5
Table 10
(i) The liquids are then poured into a measuring cylinder. In Diagram 10.2, label W, X, Y
and Z.
Diagram 10.2
[2 marks]
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(ii) Based on your answer in (b)(i), arrange the liquids according to their densities in
ascending order.
[2 marks]
(c) Raju decides to move a cement block to the backyard store. The block is 30 cm of length
each side. The density of the block is 2.3g/cm3. Calculate the mass of the cement block.
Density = Mass
Volume
[2 marks]
(d) A girl is having trouble to float in the water. Suggest how she can solve the problem. Explain
your answer.
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[2 marks]
11. (a) White light consists of seven different colours. All these colours can be seen when white light
is directed towards a prism. Diagram 11.1 below shows dispersion of light by a glass prism.
Glass prism
White light
Diagram 11.1
(i) What is the term used to describe the arrangement of the seven colours that emerge
from the glass prism?
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[1 mark]
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(b) (i) Complete the flow chart below to show the arrangement of colour components in white
light from M to N.
Green
[2 marks]
(ii) Give one example of natural phenomenon resulting from dispersion of light.
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[1 mark]
(b) Ahmad carries out the activity of addition of colours using two different colour rays. Both colours
are directed on a white screen. Diagram 11.2 shows the result of the colour overlap.
Green R Blue
Diagram 11.2
(i) What is the colour category of green and blue?
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[1 mark]
(ii) State the colour formed on R.
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[1 mark]
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(c) A periscope is an instrument that uses two mirrors to reflect images and is normally found in
submarine. You are required to design a model of a simple periscope by using the materials
provided below.
Box mirror adhesive tape
Sketch a model of the periscope by using your own creativity. Explain how the model works.
Explanation :
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[4 marks]
END OF QUESTIONS
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