CAIE A-Level Biology A2 15.1.10 Muscle Contraction Stimulation Questions

Explain muscle contraction stimulation using evidence from each question and mark scheme.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
A2

Exam points

  • Explain muscle contraction stimulation.

CAIE A-Level Biology A2 15.1.10 Muscle Contraction Stimulation Questions question 1

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Question (a)

(a)

The plant Strychnos toxifera produces the toxin curare, which can cause muscle paralysis in mammals.

The toxin acts by binding to receptors on the cell surface membranes (sarcolemma) of muscle cells at neuromuscular junctions.

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Question (i)

(i)

Suggest how binding of curare to receptors may cause muscle paralysis.

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Question (ii)

(ii)

Suggest why the action of curare may lead to the death of a mammal.

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