OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology)
OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment Exam Questions
Free OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) exam questions on Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment, with mark schemes. Covers the light-dependent and light-independent reactions, limiting factors and food production.
Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment exam questions
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About OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment
This topic links photosynthesis to farming and the environment.
What you need to know
- Light-dependent stage Photolysis, ATP and reduced NADP.
- Calvin cycle RuBP, GP, TP and rubisco.
- Limiting factors Light, CO₂ and temperature; greenhouse management.
- Food production Agriculture and environmental impacts.
Common mistakes in Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment
- Saying the Calvin cycle works in the dark only.
- Confusing GP and TP.
- Ignoring limiting factor interactions.
Try three Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment exam-style questions
1. Name the enzyme that fixes CO₂. (1 mark)
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Rubisco.
2. Explain why raising CO₂ increases yield in greenhouses. (2 marks)
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CO₂ is often limiting (1), so more is fixed in the Calvin cycle (1).
3. State the products of photolysis. (1 mark)
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Protons, electrons and oxygen.
Photosynthesis, Food Production and Management of the Environment FAQs
What does this topic cover?
Photosynthesis, limiting factors and food production.
Which practical links here?
Chromatography of pigments or measuring photosynthesis rate.
What is compensation point?
When photosynthesis rate equals respiration rate.
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