OCR SUMMER 2026
PREDICTED PAPER
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science)
J250/02 Biology ( Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
F
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 60.
• 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 17 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1. What structure in the trachea traps harmful particles before they reach the lungs?
A Acid
B Cilia
C Mucus
D Valves
Your answer [1]
2. A human diploid cell contains 46 chromosomes. How many chromosomes are in a human
egg cell?
A 92
B 46
C 23
D 12
Your answer [1]
3. Which word describes all the living organisms in an area?
A Ecosystem
B Habitat
C Community
D Population
Your answer [1]
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4. Which is an example of selective breeding?
A A gene being mutated by radiation
B Farmers choosing cows that produce the most milk
C Bacteria gaining antibiotic resistance
D A virus evolving a new strain
Your answer [1]
5. Which mineral ion do plants need to make protein?
A Magnesium
B Calcium
C Nitrate
D Phosphate
Your answer [1]
6. What is the function of white blood cells?
A Carry oxygen
B Clot blood
C Defend against pathogens
D Transport glucose
Your answer [1]
7. Which term describes the entire DNA of an organism?
A Genome
B Chromosome
C Allele
D Phenotype
Your answer [1]
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PREDICTED PAPER
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science)
J250/02 Biology ( Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
F
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 60.
• 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 17 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1. What structure in the trachea traps harmful particles before they reach the lungs?
A Acid
B Cilia
C Mucus
D Valves
Your answer [1]
2. A human diploid cell contains 46 chromosomes. How many chromosomes are in a human
egg cell?
A 92
B 46
C 23
D 12
Your answer [1]
3. Which word describes all the living organisms in an area?
A Ecosystem
B Habitat
C Community
D Population
Your answer [1]
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, 3
4. Which is an example of selective breeding?
A A gene being mutated by radiation
B Farmers choosing cows that produce the most milk
C Bacteria gaining antibiotic resistance
D A virus evolving a new strain
Your answer [1]
5. Which mineral ion do plants need to make protein?
A Magnesium
B Calcium
C Nitrate
D Phosphate
Your answer [1]
6. What is the function of white blood cells?
A Carry oxygen
B Clot blood
C Defend against pathogens
D Transport glucose
Your answer [1]
7. Which term describes the entire DNA of an organism?
A Genome
B Chromosome
C Allele
D Phenotype
Your answer [1]
for more: tyrionpapers.com
