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Question bank›OCR A‑Level Biology A›3.1.1.5 Histology of exchange surfaces

Histology of exchange surfaces: OCR A‑Level Biology A questions

OCR A-Level Biology A past-paper questions on 3.1.1.5 Histology of exchange surfaces, 2016–2025, with mark schemes and examiner’s reports where available.

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June 2023 · Paper 3
2 marks3.1.1.5 Histology of exchange surfaces 3.1.1.2 The mammalian gaseous exchange system
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June 2023 · Paper 3
2 marks3.1.1.5 Histology of exchange surfaces 3.1.1.2 The mammalian gaseous exchange system
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June 2023, Paper 3, Q1(a)(i) (2 marks): Name the tissues labelled A and B in Fig. 1.1. A B [2]
June 2023, Paper 3, Q1(a)(ii) (2 marks): Name the two types of cell in the box labelled C in Fig. 1.1 and outline their functions. 1 Name Function 2 Name Function [2]

Nearby topics:3.1.1.1 Specialised exchange surfaces 3.1.1.2 The mammalian gaseous exchange system 3.1.1.3 Ventilation and lung volumes 3.1.1.4 Gas exchange in fish and insects The whole bank

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