2025 OCR GCSE Biology A (Gateway Science)
J247/01 (Foundation Tier)
Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Tuesday 13 May 2025 – Afternoon
GCSE (9–1) Biology A (Gateway Science)
J247/01 (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
F
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 32 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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DC (PQ/SG) 362669/6
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Which of these is a plant hormone?
A Auxin
B FSH
C Insulin
D Testosterone
Your answer [1]
2 Which system in the human body releases hormones from glands?
A Circulatory system
B Endocrine system
C Nervous system
D Respiratory system
Your answer [1]
3 Which molecule supplies cells with their energy requirements?
A Amino acid
B ATP
C Auxin
D DNA
Your answer [1]
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4 Which piece of equipment is used to measure the rate of water uptake from a leafy shoot?
A Microscope
B Potometer
C Thermometer
D Water bath
Your answer [1]
5 A student tests a sample of milk to see if it contains sugar.
Which reagent would the student use and what colour would be observed for a positive result?
Colour observed for a
Reagent
positive result
A Benedict’s solution purple
B Benedict’s solution red
C Biuret solution purple
D Biuret solution red
Your answer [1]
6 Which two substances are products of anaerobic respiration in plants?
A Ethanol and carbon dioxide
B Glucose and carbon dioxide
C Lactic acid and carbon dioxide
D Water and carbon dioxide
Your answer [1]
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7 The diagram shows a plant shoot and a source of light.
Light
source
Which effect will this light source have on the plant shoot?
A The plant shoot will continue to grow upwards.
B The plant shoot will grow away from the light.
C The plant shoot will grow towards the light.
D The plant shoot will stop growing.
Your answer [1]
© OCR
2025
J247/01 (Foundation Tier)
Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Tuesday 13 May 2025 – Afternoon
GCSE (9–1) Biology A (Gateway Science)
J247/01 (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
F
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 32 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [601/8589/2]
OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (PQ/SG) 362669/6
Turn over
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Which of these is a plant hormone?
A Auxin
B FSH
C Insulin
D Testosterone
Your answer [1]
2 Which system in the human body releases hormones from glands?
A Circulatory system
B Endocrine system
C Nervous system
D Respiratory system
Your answer [1]
3 Which molecule supplies cells with their energy requirements?
A Amino acid
B ATP
C Auxin
D DNA
Your answer [1]
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2025
, 3
4 Which piece of equipment is used to measure the rate of water uptake from a leafy shoot?
A Microscope
B Potometer
C Thermometer
D Water bath
Your answer [1]
5 A student tests a sample of milk to see if it contains sugar.
Which reagent would the student use and what colour would be observed for a positive result?
Colour observed for a
Reagent
positive result
A Benedict’s solution purple
B Benedict’s solution red
C Biuret solution purple
D Biuret solution red
Your answer [1]
6 Which two substances are products of anaerobic respiration in plants?
A Ethanol and carbon dioxide
B Glucose and carbon dioxide
C Lactic acid and carbon dioxide
D Water and carbon dioxide
Your answer [1]
© OCR Turn over
2025
, 4
7 The diagram shows a plant shoot and a source of light.
Light
source
Which effect will this light source have on the plant shoot?
A The plant shoot will continue to grow upwards.
B The plant shoot will grow away from the light.
C The plant shoot will grow towards the light.
D The plant shoot will stop growing.
Your answer [1]
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2025
