CAIE A-Level Biology AS 2.3.8 Collagen Structure Questions

Explain how collagen molecular organisation supports tensile strength and connective tissue function.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Describe collagen structure and explain how its molecular organisation supports tensile strength.

CAIE A-Level Biology AS 2.3.8 Collagen Structure Questions question 1

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The flow chart shows some of the steps in the formation of collagen.

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Which row correctly identifies X, Y and Z ?

X

Y

Z

disulfide

fibres

fibrils

hydrogen

fibrils

fibres

hydrogen

microfibrils

fibres

peptide and hydrogen

fibres

microfibrils

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