Oxford Cambridge and RSA - Tuesday 17 May 2022 Morning GCSE (9–1) Biology A (Gateway Science) J247/01 - Paper 1 (Foundation Tier)

Sep 5, 2026

GCSE Biology A (Gateway Science) Paper 1 (Foundation Tier) from Oxford Cambridge and RSA covers core biology knowledge assessed through multiple-choice questions and short written responses. The exam focuses on DNA structure and base pairing, respiration (aerobic and anaerobic), electron microscopy, blood vessel adaptations, mitosis outcomes, amino acid roles in proteins, photosynthesis and outliers, diabetes and glucose testing, osmosis in selectively permeable tubing, sickle cell anaemia explanations, auxin distribution effects, enzyme active sites, reaction types for photosynthesis versus respiration, and potometer experimental design.

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SECTION A: Answer all the questions

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SECTION B: Answer all the questions

Oxford Cambridge and RSA Tuesday 17 May 2022 – Morning GCSE (9–1) Biology A (Gateway Science) J247/01 Paper 1 (Foundation Tier) Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes F You must have: • a ruler (cm/mm) You can use: • a scientific or graphical calculator • an HB pencil | Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes. | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Centre number | | Candidate number | | | First name(s)
Last name | | | | INSTRUCTIONS • Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams. • Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown. • Answer all the questions. • Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong. INFORMATION • The total mark for this paper is 90. • The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ] . • Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*) . • This document has 28 pages. ADVICE • Read each question carefully before you start your answer. © OCR 2022 [601/8589/2] DC (MB/FC) 300354/7 OCR is an exempt Charity Turn over 2 SECTION A Answer all the questions. You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section. Write your answer to each question in the box provided. 1 What does one DNA nucleotide consist of? A A phosphate and sugar backbone B A sugar, a phosphate and a base C Four bases, A, C, T and G D Two different sugars and a base Your answer [1] 2 Which molecule is produced in both aerobic and anaerobic respiration in animals? A ATP B Glucose C Lactic acid D Oxygen Your answer [1] 3 What do electron microscopes have that allow scientists to see cells in greater detail? A A high magnification and a high resolution B A high magnification and a low resolution C A low magnification and a high resolution D A low magnification and a low resolution Your answer [1] 3 4 Which blood vessels have valves along their length? A Arteries and capillaries B Arteries, veins and capillaries C Capillaries D Veins Your answer [1] 5 When one cell divides by mitosis, how many new cells are produced? A 1 B 2 C 4 D 8 Your answer [1] 6 What word describes the amino acids that join to make a protein molecule? A Enzymes B Monomers C Nucleotides D Polymers Your answer [1] © OCR 2022 Turn over 4 7 A student investigates the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis. They count the number of gas bubbles released by a plant under water. The table shows their results. | Light intensity | Number of gas bubbles | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Repeat 1 | Repeat 2 | Repeat 3 | | Low | 6 | 7 | 8 | | Medium | 10 | 10 | 11 | | High | 13 | 19 | 14 | Which number could be classed as anomalous (an outlier)? A 6 B 8 C 11 D 19 Your answer [1] 8 DNA consists of two strands. This is the base sequence found in one strand: ATT Which is the complementary base sequence of the second strand? A ATT B CAG C CGG D TAA Your answer [1] 5 9 One symptom of diabetes is glucose in the urine. Which biochemical test is used to confirm the presence of glucose in the urine? A Benedict’s B Biuret C Ethanol (emulsion) D Iodine Your answer [1] 10 Visking tubing is made of a selectively permeable membrane. A visking tubing bag containing starch solution is placed in a beaker of water. Visking tubing bag Starch solution Beaker Water What will happen? A Nothing will happen. B Starch will leave the visking tubing bag. C Water will enter the visking tubing bag. D Water will leave the visking tubing bag. Your answer [1] © OCR 2022 Turn over 6 11 The diagram shows a red blood cell from a person who has sickle cell anaemia. This

FAQs

What is the total mark for this paper, and how is it allocated?

The total mark for the paper is 90. Marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].

Which tools are students allowed to use?

Students must use black ink and may use an HB pencil only for graphs and diagrams. A scientific or graphical calculator is allowed.

How should students approach Section A time and answers?

Students should answer all questions in Section A and spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section, writing each answer in the box provided and showing question numbers clearly.

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