Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Tropic responses

Tropic responses — practice question

Fig. 6.1 is a sketch of a seed that has germinated. Fig. 6.2 shows the equipment arranged by a student to study seed germination.
(a(i))[1]

Draw two arrows on Fig. 6.1 to indicate how the root and shoot are growing.

(a(ii))[1]

Name the growth response shown by the root in Fig. 6.1.

(b)[3]

Explain why the seeds in test-tubes B, C and D failed to germinate.

(c(i))[2]

Complete Table 6.1 to show the role of nitrate and magnesium ions in a plant.

(c(ii))[1]

State the place where the mineral ions enter a plant.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Shoot: arrow up; root: arrow down

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