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Edexcel A-Level Biology A2 5.25 Scientific Conclusions in Controversial Issues Questions

Evaluate why a climate claim may be controversial by separating correlation from causation and considering alternative explanations and stakeholder views.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Biology YBI11
Level
A2

Exam points

  • evaluate controversial climate claims by distinguishing correlation from causation and identifying evidence limits

Edexcel A-Level Biology A2 5.25 Scientific Conclusions in Controversial Issues Questions question 1

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There has been an increase in the number of forest fires in many areas of the world.
Climate change caused by humans is claimed to be responsible for this.
The photograph shows the devastation caused by a forest fire in Myanmar.

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Explain why some people consider this claim to be controversial.

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