Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Diffusion

Diffusion — practice question

Fig. 1.1 illustrates particles moving through an epithelial cell in the small intestine.
(a(i))[2]

Describe what the term diffusion means.

(a(ii))[1]

State the type of energy required for diffusion.

(b(i))[1]

State the name of the process in human cells that produces carbon dioxide.

(b(ii))[1]

On Fig. 1.1, draw an arrow showing the direction in which carbon dioxide molecules diffuse.

(c)[3]

Identify the type of particle movement shown by arrow Q. Explain your answer.

(d)[2]

Suggest why particle R is not starch.

(e)[6]

Using Fig. 1.2 and Fig. 1.3, describe and explain how the cells look different before and after immersion in salt solution.

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