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Using genome projects: AQA A‑Level Biology questions

Every AQA A-Level Biology exam question on 3.8.3 Using genome projects, 2016–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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  1. Q08.2

    June 2025 · Paper 2

    2 marks3.8.3 Using genome projects
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    June 2025 Paper 2, question 08.2: The analysis of the genome of E. coli allows the proteome to be determined more easily than that of eukaryotes. Explain why. [2 marks]

  2. Q08.3

    June 2025 · Paper 2

    2 marks3.8.3 Using genome projects
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    June 2025 Paper 2, question 08.3: Determining the proteomes of bacteria has helped provide protection for individuals and populations against some infectious diseases. Explain how. [2 marks]

  3. Q10.4

    June 2024 · Paper 2

    3 marks3.4.7 Investigating diversity3.8.3 Using genome projects
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    June 2024 Paper 2, question 10.4: Explain how comparison of mitochondrial genes could indicate that the nocturnal geckos formed a distinct genetic group (lines 9–10). In your answer, explain how

  4. Q03.3

    November 2020 · Paper 3

    2 marks3.8.3 Using genome projects
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    November 2020 Paper 3, question 03.3: Determining the genome of the viruses could allow scientists to develop a vaccine. Explain how. [2 marks]

  5. Q08.1

    June 2018 · Paper 2

    1 mark3.8.3 Using genome projects
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    June 2018 Paper 2, question 08.1: What is meant by a genome? [1 mark]
All 5 questions on Using genome projects, as a list
  1. June 2025, Paper 2, Q08.2 (2 marks): The analysis of the genome of E. coli allows the proteome to be determined more easily than that of eukaryotes. Explain why. [2 marks]
  2. June 2025, Paper 2, Q08.3 (2 marks): Determining the proteomes of bacteria has helped provide protection for individuals and populations against some infectious diseases. Explain how. [2 marks]
  3. June 2024, Paper 2, Q10.4 (3 marks): Explain how comparison of mitochondrial genes could indicate that the nocturnal geckos formed a distinct genetic group (lines 9–10). In your answer, explain how
  4. November 2020, Paper 3, Q03.3 (2 marks): Determining the genome of the viruses could allow scientists to develop a vaccine. Explain how. [2 marks]
  5. June 2018, Paper 2, Q08.1 (1 mark): What is meant by a genome? [1 mark]

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