Edexcel International GCSE Biology
Edexcel International GCSE Biology Nutrition Exam Questions
Free Edexcel International GCSE Biology exam questions on Nutrition, with mark schemes. Covers photosynthesis in plants, mineral ions, human diet and the digestive system.
Nutrition exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 2: Structure and Functions in Living Organisms, including Nutrition. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
About Edexcel International GCSE Biology Nutrition
This sub-topic covers nutrition in plants and humans.
What you need to know
- Photosynthesis Equation, leaf structure and limiting factors.
- Human diet Balanced diet and energy requirements.
- Digestion Organs, enzymes, bile and absorption in the small intestine.
Common mistakes in Nutrition
- Saying bile is an enzyme.
- Forgetting magnesium is needed for chlorophyll.
Try two Nutrition exam-style questions
1. Write the word equation for photosynthesis. (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
Carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen.
2. Explain how villi are adapted for absorption. (2 marks)
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Large surface area (1) and a good blood supply to maintain a gradient (1).
Nutrition FAQs
What does Nutrition cover?
Photosynthesis, diet and digestion.
Which practicals link here?
Testing leaves for starch and measuring energy in food.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Edexcel IGCSE Biology 4BI1 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.