"Explain" questions — AQA GCSE Biology (8461)

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How to answer

WHAT + WHY. Every point paired with a because. Structure: X happens because Y. This causes Z because … Assessment Objective: AO2. Every "explain" answer on this spec is marked against exactly this pattern.

Sample questions

  1. Explain how thyroxine and negative feedback work together to maintain a stable metabolic rate in the body.
  2. Explain why monoclonal antibodies are described as 'monoclonal' and outline one advantage this property gives when using…
  3. Explain how cells, tissues, and organs are related to each other in a multicellular organism. Use an example of a named …
  4. Explain how sustainable fisheries help to maintain fish stocks for future generations.
  5. Explain why the binomial system is used to name living organisms rather than using common names.
  6. Explain why aerobic respiration is described as an exothermic reaction and state one use of the energy released during c…
  7. Explain how auxin controls the growth of a plant root growing downwards in response to gravity.
  8. Explain how cells, tissues and organs are organised to form the small intestine as part of an organ system. Use the term…

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