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Edexcel IAL Biology 3P.7 Plotting and interpreting graphs

Choose axes from the variables, use most of the grid with an even scale, plot values and uncertainty accurately and support every interpretation with coordinates.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Biology YBI11
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Plot biological data with labelled axes, units, even scales and accurate points.
  • Add error bars or connect points exactly as required by the data and question.
  • Read times, gradients, optima or changes from graphs with values and units.

3P.7—Plotting and interpreting graphs question 1

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Fibres from the stems of hemp plants are widely used in industry for their great tensile strength.

The relationship between tensile strength and fibre diameter was investigated.
The photograph shows a cross section of a part of a hemp fibre and an eyepiece graticule. The fibre bundle is made up of pith cells, some of which are shown here.

Figure for Question 3P.7—Plotting and interpreting graphs question 1 — Edexcel A-Level Biology AS

The diagram shows apparatus that was used in an investigation to find the tensile strength of hemp fibres.

Figure for Question 3P.7—Plotting and interpreting graphs question 1 — Edexcel A-Level Biology AS

Some results from this investigation are shown in the table.

Table for Question 3P.7—Plotting and interpreting graphs question 1 — Edexcel A-Level Biology AS

Plot a suitable graph of these results. Join the points with straight lines.

Table for Question 3P.7—Plotting and interpreting graphs question 1 — Edexcel A-Level Biology AS
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