Edexcel International GCSE Biology
Edexcel International GCSE Biology Human Influences on the Environment Exam Questions
Free Edexcel International GCSE Biology exam questions on Human Influences on the Environment, with mark schemes. Covers pollution, the greenhouse effect, eutrophication and deforestation.
Human Influences on the Environment exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 4: Ecology and the Environment, including Human Influences on the Environment. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
About Edexcel International GCSE Biology Human Influences on the Environment
This sub-topic covers human impact.
What you need to know
- Air pollution Sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide and greenhouse gases.
- Water pollution Sewage and fertilisers causing eutrophication.
- Deforestation Effects on soil, climate and biodiversity.
Common mistakes in Human Influences on the Environment
- Confusing the greenhouse effect with ozone depletion.
- Missing steps in eutrophication.
Try two Human Influences on the Environment exam-style questions
1. Name two greenhouse gases. (2 marks)
Show the mark scheme answer
Carbon dioxide (1) and methane (1).
2. Give one effect of deforestation. (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
Increased CO₂ or loss of habitats.
Human Influences on the Environment FAQs
What does this cover?
Pollution, climate change and deforestation.
What causes acid rain?
Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Edexcel IGCSE Biology 4BI1 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.