CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Homeostasis

Homeostasis: outline question

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Excess amino acids are deaminated in the liver, producing ammonia which is converted to urea. Outline how the body removes this nitrogenous waste, including:

  • the formation of urea
  • the roles of the kidney nephron structures (Bowman's capsule and proximal convoluted tubule) in producing urine
  • the homeostatic control of blood water potential by ADH.
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7 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 7 separate creditworthy points. Making the same point twice in different words earns it once.

Outline means: Give the main points briefly. Less detail than describe, but every key step has to be there. One short line per step, in order. The marks are for coverage, not depth.

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