CONFIDENTIAL* 2 Seetion A [15 marks] Ansiver all questions. Indicate the correct answer on the Multiple-choice Answer Sheet provided, Hoe 4 1. The dissociation of carbonic acid into bicarbonate ions and hydrogen ions is catalysed by carbonic anhydrase. Which component of blood enables the dissociation reaction 1o occur? A Plasma B_ Exythrocytes Haemoglobin D Interstitial uid 2 What happens when the chemoreceptors in the carotid artery are stimulated? 1 The stimulation of the expiratory centre in the hindbrain I The deceased inthe volume ofthe hngs IIL The contraction of th diaphragm muscles IV. Theexpanson ofthe lungs A Lend t B Landi © lanai D Illand1V 3. During an experiment which involves the transport of water in plant, the students observed the reactions below. * Plat sap contin flows ou froma jreshly et stem. + An addition of eyande stops the low of lam sap. ‘Which is true about the transport of water inthe plant during the experiment? ‘The active transport of water occurs in between root cells generate the foot pressure B_ The capi ry action pulls the water upward inthe xylem due tothe cohesion-tension force, ‘The mineral ions are actively pumped into the xylem to lower the water potential, hence generates the root pressure. ‘The combination ofthe cohesion-tension force and transpirational pul forces the water ‘molecules to move upward within the xylem. 4 Which neurotransmitter is inhibited from binding with the receptor on the postsynaptic ‘membrane in the presence of curare?. A. Serotonin B Noradrenaline €_Depamine D Acetylcholine ‘SPM 2021 - 96472 ‘This question paper is CONFIDENTIAL until the examination is over. CONFIDENTIAL*CONFIDENTIAL* - 5° The lym Phatic capillary, interstitial fluid and effective pressures of the capillary are shown in the diagram below. Lymphatic capillary Osmotic pressure = 28mm He Interstitial fluid Hydrostatic pressure ~ 15 mm Hg ‘Osmotic pressure = 5 mm Hg Hydrostatic pressure = 35 mm Hg ‘Osmotic pressure = 5 mm Hg Capillary ra Which is true about ¥? Y Net absorption (mm Hg) A Arteriole 12 B Venule -8 Cc Venue 12 D__Arteriole 8 6 Which are true about the extra embryonic membrane of mammalian? encloses the embryo. 1. The allantois forms fluid that id that protects the embryo. LL The amnion forms a sac filled with amniotic fh IIL The chorion forms a layer that surrounds the embryo for gaseous exchange IV. The yolk sac forms the umbilical cord that transport nutrients ro the embry. A. Land IIL B landIV © Mand Ul D Wand IVCONFIDENTIAL* % 7 Whi : Which ofthe following will develop into suspensor during embryonic development in seeds? A’ Terminal cell B Basal cell CC Triploid nucleus D Cotyledon 8 The seed does not germinate even though inthe presence of water probably due fo A. the presence of gibberellin B. the synthesise of a-amylase © the presence of absin the scarification of seed coat 9 The results of the photoperiodism experiment ofa plant are shown in the diagram below. re [rg er Fino oe acid Flower On hea ake or Oe ‘Which statements are true about the results ofthe experiment? 1 The plant isa long-day plant. IL The plant is a short-day plant. IIL A flash of red light interrupts the long dark period will induce the plant to flower. IV A flash of far-red light interrupts the long, dark period will induce the plant 10 flower. A. Land IIL B [andIV Wand Il D TandIV 10 Which organisms correspond correctly to its type of growth patterns? ‘Mango tree Lizard Prawn A. Unlimited growth Isometric growth _Intermittent growth B_ Limited growth _—_Allometric growth__ Isometric growth, Unlimited growth Allometric growth Intermittent growth D Limited growth Isometric growth __Allometrie growthCONFIDENTIAL* 8 11. Which statements are true about homeostatic regulation of the body temperature in humans? 1 The pituitary gland receives the generated impulse. IL The skin and the core body temperatures are usually equal. IL The body conditions tends to be unstable due to hypothermia. IV The negative feedback mechanism regulates the body temperature. A Land I B and Ill © MandIV D Iland IV 12, Which is true about transamination in protein metabolism? A. An irreversible process B Converts ammonia to urea CC. Synthesises glutamic acid D_ Converts amino acid to ammonia 13 The development of lymphocytes is shown in the diagram below. “mer (O) 8 ~E ee, @ & Which is true about P and 7 f Q A Involves in humoral immune response Involves in cell-mediated immunity B Involves in cell-mediated immunity Involves in humoral immune response C_Sceretes cytokines as end result Secretes antibodies as end result D Consists of helper T cells Consists of memory and plasma cellsCONFIDENTIAL* 10 114 Which statement doesnot describe the fest of eyelosprin after an organi transplanted nto the recipient's body? ‘A. The transplanted organ willbe rejected by the recipient's immune system 1's body is more prone to virus infection. / 1's body ability to fight infection is reduced. The transplanted organ is recognised by the recipient’ immune system as sell: 15 Which statements are true about the life eycle of Plasmodium? 1 Oocysts release sporozoites. Il Merozoites produce gametocytes. IIL Gametocytes develop into gametes. IV. Sporozoites develop into merozoites. A ‘andl B landIV © Wand til D tand IVSULIT® ie Bahagian B [15 markah) Jawab semua soalan, Tulisjawapan paca ruang yang disediakam. 16 anjang st Xermtan memanjang stuktr bag sat stoma diunjukkan dalam gambar raja di aah (@) Nyatakan perbezaan antara P dengan Q dengan merujuk kepade ciristuktumnya. [I] is Q (6) Perihalkan kesan kepekatan ion kalum terhadap pembukaan stoma dalam Q. pe (¢) Perihalkan perubahan yang akan berlaku kepada Q apabila sel itu didedahkan lebih lama kepada cahaya merah (a) STPM 2021 - 964/2 *Kertas soalan [Lihat halaman sebelah SULIT sehingga peperiksaan kertas ini mat sULIT*we SULIT® ii 17 Dua sarkomer dalam keadaan reat ditujukkan dalam gambar rajah di bawah 8) (}) Perihalkan peristiva yang akan berlaku kepada R dan U apabilasarkomer mengecut. [2] (©) Perihatkan interaksi antara S dengan T sebelum pengecutan otot betlaku fe} STPM 2021 -964/2 {Lihat halaman sebelab **Kertas soalan ini SULIT sehingga peperiksaan kertas jai tamat SULIT#CONFIDENTIAL* 18 Section C [30 marks] Answer two questions only You may answer al the questions but, ony the fst two answers will be marked. Write the ‘answers on the answer sheets provided. Begin each answer on a new page ofthe answer shee. 18 (a) Describe the production of the first heart sound, acute, chest pain (b) Describe the development of atherosclerosis that could lead to angina pectoris. gan 2 toast vayer ef 19 (a) Explain the homeostatic mechanisin of sodium ions when a person lose a fot of blood. [8] (8) Ifa person has a malfunction posterior pituitary gland, describe the response of his body when he drinks water frequently. 7 20 (a) Describe the response of the body immune system towards pathogens that activates the [8] ™ (8) 7 Beells. (8) Explain the mechanism of immune suppression in HIV infection ot u ct yw