CAIE A-Level Biology AS 8.3.4 Cardiac Conduction System Questions

Explain how the cardiac conduction system coordinates heart contraction using evidence from each question and mark scheme.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Explain the cardiac conduction system and how it coordinates heart contraction.

CAIE A-Level Biology AS 8.3.4 Cardiac Conduction System Questions question 1

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An irregular heartbeat may be the result of ineffective electrical stimulation of the atria.
Which area of the heart could be damaged, causing this irregular heartbeat?

A

atrioventricular node

B

septum

C

Purkyne tissue

D

sinoatrial node

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