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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES
LIFE SCIENCES
TERM 2 CONTROLLED TEST
JUNE 2021
GRADE : 10
MARKS : 60
TIME : 1 HOUR
DATE : JUNE 2021
EXAMINER : LEGAE R. & MTHETHWA N.
MODERATOR : MOLEFE L.P.D.
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Read the following instructions carefully before answering the questions.
1. Answer ALL the questions.
2. Write ALL the answers in your ANSWER BOOK.
3. Start the answers to each question at the top of a NEW page.
4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in
this question paper.
5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
6. ALL drawings should be done in pencil and labelled in blue or black ink.
7. Draw diagrams or flow charts only when asked to do so.
8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
9. Do NOT use graph paper.
10. You may use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass.
11. Write neatly and legibly.
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SECTION A
QUESTION 1
1.1 The following questions are supplied with four possible answers of which only ONE option
is correct in each instance. Choose the correct answer and write only the letter
(A – D) next to the question number (1.1.1. – 1.1.5) in the answer book, for example 1.1.6
D.
1.1.1 Which of the following tests show the presence of glucose in food?
A. Ethanol
B. Fehling’s A and B
C. Millon’s
D. Benedict
(2)
1.1.2 The table and pie chart contain the same information about the diet of British
people.
Type of Food Percentage of
Diet
Cereals 50
Animal protein 25
Fruit and vegetables 12.5
Others 12.5
Animal protein is represented by which slice of the pie chart?
(2)
1.1.3 Which ONE of the following leads to goitre when in short supply?
A. Calcium
B. Iodine
C. Sodium
D. Magnesium
(2)
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1.1.4 Several fossils were uncovered in different layers of rock in a desert area. The
following diagram indicates the age of the layers of rock and the fossils found
in each.
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Based on the fossils found, this area was most likely once a
A. lake that was replaced by a forest.
B. forest that was replaced by a sea.
C. a rainforest that was replaced by a forest
D. forest that was replaced by a grassland.
(2)
1.1.5 You are a fossil hunter. Which of the following are you least likely to find in a fossil?
A. Bone
B. Leaves
C. Teeth
D. Muscle
(2)
5 × 2 = 10)
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1.2 Give the correct biological term for each of the following descriptions.
1.2.1
1.2.2 The representation of a timeline that shows the history of life on Earth.
1.2.3 The reagent used to test the presence of starch.
1.2.4
Mineral elements needed in small quantities for growth and metabolism.
1.2.5 Rock in which fossils are most commonly found.
(5 × 1= 5)
1.3 Match the description in COLUMN I with the scientific term in COLUMN II. Write down
only the letter of the term chosen next to the question number.
For example, 1.1. E
COLUMN I COLUMN II
1.3.1 The group of smallest single sugar molecules A. Disaccharides
B. Monosaccharides
1.3.2 Transition fossil between reptiles and birds A. Coelecanth
B. Archaeopteryx
1.3.3 The carbohydrate that makes up cell walls. A. Glucose
B. Cellulose
1.3.4 Study of fossils. A. Paleontologist
B. Paleontology
1.3.5 A calcium deficiency disease. A. Rickets
B. Osteoporosis
(5 ×1 = 5)
Total Section A = 20
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SECTION B
QUESTION 2
2.1 The graph below shows how the number of families of species has changed over time.
The arrows indicate periods of mass extinctions.
2.1.1 Explain the term “mass extinction” (2)
2.1.2 When did the Mesozoic era start? (2)
2.1.3 Approximately how many families of species died out at the end of the
Paleozoic era? Show ALL workings. (3)
2.1.4 What happened to the number of families after each mass extinction? (1)
2.1.5 Scientists have come to the conclusion that the earth is currently experiencing the
6th Mass Extinction which is mainly caused by natural things. What is the cause of
this extinction? (1)
2.1.6 Describe ways in which the “cause” mentioned in 2.1.5. threaten biodiversity and
the natural environment? (4)
(13)
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2.2 Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow:
A B
2.2.1 Identify which organism A or B is termed the ‘Missing Link’ (1)
2.2.2 Give a reason why scientists regard the organism in 1.1 as the ‘missing link’. (2)
2.2.3 Define the terms ice age. (2)
2.2.4 Explain how the ice ages influenced life on earth through extinction and
redistribution of species. (2)
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2.3 The figure below shows different organisms in an ecosystem.
2.3.1. State what is represented by the arrows between the organisms in this
ecosystem. (1)
2.3.2 Which organisms would be most likely to exist in the smallest numbers? Give
reasons for your answer. (2)
2.3.3 Define the term ecology? (2)
(5)
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Question 3
The effect of temperature on the action of pepsin, a protein-digesting enzyme present in
stomach fluid, was tested. In this investigation, 20 ml of stomach fluid and 10 grams of protein
were placed in each of five test tubes. The tubes were then kept at different temperatures.
After 24 hours, the contents of each tube were tested to determine the amount of protein
that had been digested. The results are shown in the table below.
Amount of protein digested at different temperatures
Temperature Amount of protein
(°C) digested (g)
5 0,5
10 1,0
20 4,0
37 9,5
85 0,0
3.1. In this investigation identify the:
(a) Independent variable (1)
(b) Dependent variable (1)
3.2. The investigation was repeated using 10 grams of starch instead of protein in each
test tube. The contents were tested to determine the amount of starch that had been
digested.
3.2.1 Predict the outcome of the investigation with starch instead of protein. Provide
reasons. (3)
3.2.2 Explain how a starch test can determine the presence of starch in a food
sample. (2)
3.3 Draw a suitable graph to represent the results of the investigation.
(7)
(14)
Total Section B = 40
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