CAIE A-Level Biology AS 8.1.1 Closed Double Circulation Questions

Explain closed double circulation and its advantages using evidence from each question and mark scheme.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Explain the features of a closed double circulatory system and its advantages.

CAIE A-Level Biology AS 8.1.1 Closed Double Circulation Questions question 1

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Ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a heart defect that people can have from birth. People with VSD have a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the left and right ventricles.

What could happen in a person with VSD?
1 Blood will leak through the hole, mostly from right to left.
2 The volume of blood circulating through the lungs will be higher than in a person without VSD.

3 Less oxygen will be delivered to the body tissues.

A

1, 2 and 3

B

1 and 2 only

C

1 and 3 only

D

2 and 3 only

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