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Tuesday 13 May 2025 – Morning
A Level Geography
H481/01 Physical systems
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
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• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
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• This document has 8 pages.
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Section A
Landscape Systems
Choose one option and answer all the parts of the question in your chosen option.
Option A – Coastal Landscapes
1
(a) Explain the influence of flows of energy in the formation of a salt marsh. [8]
(b) Study Table 1, which shows cliff erosion rates on the East Yorkshire coast, UK.
Table 1 Cliff erosion rates on East Yorkshire coast, UK
Rate of erosion
Location
(m / year)
Bridlington 1.00
Barmston 2.00
Hornsea 0.25
Mappleton 1.50
Aldbrough 0.80
Grimston 1.10
Tunstall 0.75
Withernsea 2.20
Out Newton 1.90
Spurn neck 3.10
(i) Using Table 1, calculate the mean rate of erosion.
Show your workings. [2]
(ii) The standard deviation for the rate of erosion in Table 1 is 0.8.
State what this indicates about the dispersion (spread) of the data set. [2]
(iii) Explain why standard deviation is a more accurate measure of dispersion (spread) than range
and interquartile range. [2]
(c) Study Fig. 1, a coastal landscape in Norway.
With reference to Fig. 1, explain the influence of one geomorphic process in shaping landform A
(fjord). [3]
(d)* ‘Coastal landscape systems are influenced more by management strategies than by the
unintentional impacts of economic development.’
To what extent do you agree with this statement? [16]
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Understand exam format and structure
Past papers show the types of questions, mark allocations, and time limits,
helping students know what to expect in the real exam.
Identify frequently tested topics
By reviewing several past papers, students can spot patterns and common
themes that appear regularly.
Practice time management
Completing past papers under timed conditions helps students learn how
to pace themselves during the exam.
Improve exam technique
Students learn how to interpret command words (e.g. explain, compare,
evaluate) and structure answers effectively.
Assess strengths and weaknesses
Marking answers using mark schemes highlights areas that need more
revision.
Build confidence
Familiarity with exam-style questions reduces anxiety and increases
confidence going into the exam.
Improve accuracy and clarity
Repeated practice helps students write clearer, more precise answers and
avoid common mistakes.
Track progress over time
Comparing results from different past papers shows improvement and
helps students adjust revision strategies.
TYRIONPAPERS.COM
, Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Tuesday 13 May 2025 – Morning
A Level Geography
H481/01 Physical systems
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
* 1 3 5 7 2 4 4 1 5 4 *
You must have:
• the OCR 12-page Answer Booklet
• the Resource Booklet (inside this document)
You can use:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• a scientific or graphical calculator
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the Answer Booklet. The question numbers must
be clearly shown.
• Fill in the boxes on the front of the Answer Booklet.
• Choose one option in Section A and answer all the questions for that option. Answer all
the questions in Section B.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 66.
• 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 8 pages.
ADVICE
• Try to answer every part of each question you choose.
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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DC (ST) 330193/3 Turn over
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Section A
Landscape Systems
Choose one option and answer all the parts of the question in your chosen option.
Option A – Coastal Landscapes
1
(a) Explain the influence of flows of energy in the formation of a salt marsh. [8]
(b) Study Table 1, which shows cliff erosion rates on the East Yorkshire coast, UK.
Table 1 Cliff erosion rates on East Yorkshire coast, UK
Rate of erosion
Location
(m / year)
Bridlington 1.00
Barmston 2.00
Hornsea 0.25
Mappleton 1.50
Aldbrough 0.80
Grimston 1.10
Tunstall 0.75
Withernsea 2.20
Out Newton 1.90
Spurn neck 3.10
(i) Using Table 1, calculate the mean rate of erosion.
Show your workings. [2]
(ii) The standard deviation for the rate of erosion in Table 1 is 0.8.
State what this indicates about the dispersion (spread) of the data set. [2]
(iii) Explain why standard deviation is a more accurate measure of dispersion (spread) than range
and interquartile range. [2]
(c) Study Fig. 1, a coastal landscape in Norway.
With reference to Fig. 1, explain the influence of one geomorphic process in shaping landform A
(fjord). [3]
(d)* ‘Coastal landscape systems are influenced more by management strategies than by the
unintentional impacts of economic development.’
To what extent do you agree with this statement? [16]
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