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GRADE 9

NATURAL SCIENCES
REVISION BOOKLET

QUESTION PAPER A – Page 2

QUESTION PAPER B – Page 13
QUESTION PAPER C – Page 23

MEMORANDUM A – Page 35
MEMORANDUM B – Page 39
MEMORANDUM C – Page 42

ON

LIFE AND LIVING (TERM 1)

MATTER AND MATERIAL (TERM 2)

The Periodic Table of Elements is provided at the back of the booklet.

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REVISION QUESTION PAPER A

SECTION A

QUESTION 1

1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following

questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A – D) next to
the question number (1.1.1 – 1.1.10) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g.
1.1.11 D.

1.1.1 A group of similar cells performing the same function is called ...

A a system.
B an organ.
C a type of tissue.
D a cell. (1)

1.1.2 Which of the following forms part of the musculoskeletal system?

A Cartilage
B Kidneys
C Small intestine
D Brain (1)

1.1.3 Digestion begins in the ...

A mouth.
B small intestine.
C large intestine.
D stomach. (1)

1.1.4 Arteries, veins and capillaries are the ... in the circulatory system.

A tissues
B organs
C vessels
D cells (1)

1.1.5 The tiny female sex cell that unites with a male sperm
to form a zygote or a fertilized egg:

A Ovary
B Ovum
C Gonad
D Cervix (1)
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1.1.6 The total number of atoms contained in 5NaHCO3 is ...

A 20.
B 25.
C 30.
D 35. (1)

1.1.7 The diagram below shows four test tubes, each containing an
iron nail under different conditions.

Study the information provided and answer the question that follows.

Boiled water + Salt water Air Air +

oil layer calcium chloride

Which ONE of the nails will form the most rust in the shortest time?

A Test tube A: A nail submerged in boiled water covered by oil.

B Test tube B: A nail submerged in salt water.
C Test tube C: A nail in a test tube surrounded with air only.
D Test tube D: A nail surrounded with air and partly submerged
in calcium chloride crystals. (1)

1.1.8 A chemical reaction is taking place in each of the following test tubes.

Test tube Test tube Test tube Test tube

1 2 3 4

Ca(OH)2 + CaO + Ca + CaCO3 +

HCl HCl HCl HCl
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Hydrogen gas will form as a product in:

A Test tube 1 and 4

B Test tubes 2 and 3
C Test tube 3
D Test tube 4 (1)

1.1.9 Which ONE of the following chemical equations correctly

represents the reaction between magnesium hydroxide
and hydrochloric acid?

A Mg(OH)2 + 2 HCl → MgCl2 2 H 2O

+
B Mg(OH)2 + HCl → MgCl H 2O
+
C Mg(OH)2 + HCl → MgCl2 H 2O
+
D Mg(OH)2 + 2 HCl → MgCl2 2 H 2 + O2 (1)
+

1.1.10 The following table contains substances which are commonly

found in most households with their respective pH values.

Which ONE is the most BASIC/ALKALINE substance?

SUBSTANCE FOUND IN MOST

PH VALUE
HOUSEHOLDS
A Bleach 13,1
B Vinegar 3,2
C Oven cleaner 11,2
D Distilled water 7,05
(1)
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1.2 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions. Write only
the correct word/term next to the question number (1.2.1 – 1.2.5) in
your ANSWER BOOK.

1.2.1 The small structures that are found inside a cell and each performs
a specific function. (1)

1.2.2 Tough, inelastic tissue which attaches muscles to bone. (1)

1.2.3 The process when an egg cell is released. (1)

1.2.4 The inflow and outflow of air in the lungs. (1)

1.2.5 The condition where bowel movements occur less frequently

and consists of hard, dry faeces.

(1)
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1.3 Choose the item from COLUMN B that matches the description in
COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A – G) next to the question number
(1.3.1 – 1.3.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

1.3.1Arrangement of all the known elements. A Combustion

1.3.2Process taking place when vinegar is B Magnesium

mixed with bicarbonate of soda.
C Alkaline
1.3.3… + oxygen gas  acidic oxide
D Periodic Table
1.3.4A substance that changes colour
depending on the pH of the solution in E Non metal
which it is placed.
F Neutralisation
1.3.5Burns with a blinding white flame in
oxygen gas. G Indicator

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TOTAL SECTION A: 20

SECTION B

QUESTION 2

Tsholo studied the following cell under a microscope. Study the diagrams
of the cell below and answer the questions that follow.

FIGURE A: Micrograph of the cell FIGURE B: Diagram of the cell

2.1 Is the above an example of a plant or an animal cell? Give TWO

visible reasons for your answer.

(3)

2.2 Identify number 5 in FIGURE A and name ONE function of this organelle. (2)
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2.3 The organelles in FIGURE A are also represented in FIGURE B.
Find the corresponding organelles and complete the table
below.

Write only the question number (2.3.1 – 2.3.2) and the answer in the
ANSWER BOOK.

NUMBER OF THE NUMBER OF THE

NAME OF THE
ORGANELLE IN ORGANELLE IN
ORGANEL
FIGURE A FIGURE B
Cell membrane 2 2.3.1
2.3.2 1 6
(2)

2.4 Explain why there are so many of organelle 1 present in a cell. (1)
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QUESTION 3

The diagram below shows the human body systems. Study the diagram and answer the
questions that follow.

1. Digestive system

2. system
7. Reproductive system
Distributes the oxygen
that is carried by the red
blood cells to all parts of
Human the body.
body
systems
3. Respiratory system
6. Nervous system

4. system
5. Excretory system

3.1 Give the name of the system numbered 2. (1)

3.2 Name TWO processes that occur in the system numbered 2. (2)

3.3 Which system is deafness, blindness and short sightedness associated

with? (1)

3.4 Give the names of TWO body structures in system 4 that work closely
together to provide support and allow movement in the body. (2)
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3.5 What will happen if the filters in the kidneys stopped functioning. (1)

3.6 Some systems in the human body are more important than others.

Is this statement TRUE or FALSE? Give a reason for your answer. (2)
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QUESTION 4

A student in a resting position measures her heartbeat three times with a

stethoscope and a stopwatch. The results are captured in a table as
indicated below.

NUMBER OF BEATS IN 20
MEASUREMENT
SECONDS
1 21
2 21
3 24

4.1 Calculate the average heartbeat in 20 seconds. (1)

4.2 Calculate the average heartbeat per minute. (1)

4.3 What scientific reason can be provided for taking three

measurements to determine the average?

(2)

4.4 From the table, identify the independent variable. (1)

4.5 The student then exercises for 30 minutes. What effect will the exercise
have on her pulse rate? (1)

4.6 Which term is used to describe a person’s heartbeat when that

person is inactive or in rest?

(1)
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QUESTION 5

The picture below illustrates the male reproductive organ.

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5.1 Provide labels for the parts numbered 2, 4 and 5. (3)

5.2 Write only the number of the parts with the following functions:

5.2.1 Make sperm and the male sex hormone, testosterone. (1)

5.2.2 Carries sperm from the testis to the penis. (1)

5.3 List THREE changes that occur in the body of the male during
puberty. (3)
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QUESTION 6

Study the diagram of a human body system and answer the questions that follow.

6.1 Which human system is represented by this diagram? (1)

6.2 Name the type of digestion that takes place in part number 4. (1)

6.3 Describe how part number 4 is adapted for digestion to take place.
(3)

6.4 Explain what happens to the nutrients, from the moment they enter
parts 3, 4 and 5 until they reach the body cells. (2)

6.5 Define the term egestion. (1)

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QUESTION 7

7.1 Study the information in the table and answer the questions that follow.

STRUCTURE USED TO
REPRESENT
NAME OF SUBSTANCE FORMULA
MOLECULES OF THE
VARIOUS SUBSTANCES

Carbon dioxide CO2

Methane CH4

Oxygen gas O2

Water H 2O

Sodium Na

Use the information in the table and write BALANCED CHEMICAL

EQUATIONS for the reactions represented by the following structures:

7.1.1
+ + (3)

7.1.2 + (3)

7.2 Balance the following chemical equations:

7.2.1
Cu + O2  CuO (2)

7.2.2
Ca(OH)2 + H2SO4  CaSO4 + H2O (1)
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7.3.
Two UNKNOWN elements X and Y are represented by 8 X and 12 Y
respectively.
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Use the Periodic Table and answer the following questions relating to X and

Y. Write down:

7.3.1 The NAME of the element represented by Y. (1)

7.3.2 The CHEMICAL SYMBOL of the element represented by X. (1)

7.3.3 Is X an example of a metal, non-metal or semi-metal? (1)

7.3.4 The atomic number of Y. (1)

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QUESTION 8

8.1 Sulphur powder is heated with a bunsen burner until it starts to burn.
The burning sulphur is then lowered into a gas cylinder filled with pure
oxygen gas.
A small volume of distilled water was placed in the bottom of the cylinder,
before the sulphur was lowered into the cylinder.

Oxygen gas (O2)

Sulphur (S)
Product dissolved in
Gas cylinder distilled water

8.1.1 Write down all the observations that can be made during this
experiment.

(2)

8.1.2 Identify the gas that is liberated as a product during this

combustion reaction.

(1)

8.1.3 The gas in QUESTION 8.1.2 dissolves in the distilled water at

the bottom of the glass cylinder. What influence will this have
on the distilled water? (1)

8.1.4 Write down the balanced chemical equation for the reaction which
takes place when sulphur burns in pure oxygen. (2)
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8.2 An investigation was conducted to find out how iron (Fe) reacts
with oxygen gas (O2) during a combustion reaction.

Aim: To investigate the reaction of iron metal (Fe) with oxygen gas (O2).

Procedure: Iron wool was tied to a deflagrating spoon and heated with a

Bunsen burner until the iron started to glow. The glowing iron wool was
then
transferred to a gas cylinder filled with pure oxygen gas.
A small volume of distilled water was placed in the bottom of the cylinder.
The cylinder was then shaken to allow the product which formed during
combustion to mix with the distilled water. Litmus paper was used to
test the liquid.

Apparatus:

Deflagrating
spoon
Oxygen
Iron gas
(wool)
Iron(wool
)
Burne
r
Distille
d

8.2.1 What was the colour of the glowing iron wool in air, before it
was lowered into the flask containing pure oxygen?

(1)

8.2.2 What was the colour of the glowing iron wool inside the cylinder
after it was lowered into the flask containing pure oxygen? (1)

8.2.3 Write down the NAME of the metal oxide which formed. (1)

8.2.4 The reaction which took place in the cylinder, is

known as a combustion reaction.

What is the meaning of the term combustion? (2)

8.3 Explain how rust forms. (2)

8.4 Name TWO ways in which rust can be prevented. (2)

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QUESTION 9

9.1 Hydrochloric acid is added to calcium carbonate in a reaction flask.

Gas bubbles are seen escaping while small clear liquid droplets are
seen dripping from the delivery tube.

Hydrochloric Acid

Delivery tube

Gas bubbles Liquid droplets

CaCO3

9.1.1 Identify the salt which forms as a product during the reaction. (1)

9.1.2 What are the liquid droplets which form at the end of the delivery
tube? (1)

9.1.3 What gas is released during this reaction? (1)

9.1.4 Write down a complete balanced chemical equation for the reaction
that takes place in the reaction flask. (3)

9.2 Learners did an experiment to investigate the reaction between metals

and acids. After setting up the apparatus, they added hydrochloric acid
into a test tube containing iron powder. Gas bubbles were observed in
the solution.
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9.2.1 What are the gas bubbles which are forming in the test tube? (1)

9.2.2 Write down a WORD equation for the reaction that took place
during this experiment.

(2)

9.3 A general word equation for the reaction between an acid

and a metal hydroxide is:

Acid + metal hydroxide  salt + water

Write down a balanced chemical equation for the reaction between

sulphuric acid and magnesium hydroxide. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 80
GRAND TOTAL: 100

REVISION QUESTION PAPER B

SECTION A

QUESTION 1

1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following

questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A – D) next to
the question number (1.1.1 – 1.1.10) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g.
1.1.11 D.

1.1.1 The part of a plant cell, that is needed in order to produce

glucose as well as oxygen is the…

A chloroplast.
B mitochondrion.
C cell wall.
D vacuole.

1.1.2 The ovaries and uterus form part of the …

A digestive system.
B nervous system.
C reproductive system.
D respiratory system.

1.1.3 The hormone or hormones responsible for secondary sexual

characteristics in males and females are…

A only oestrogen.
B testosterone and oestrogen.
C growth hormone and testosterone.
D oestrogen as well as growth hormone
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1.1.4 The correct order for the stages of reproduction is as follows:

A Sexual intercourse  Ovulation  Fertilization  Pregnancy

B Fertilization  Ovulation  Sexual intercourse  Pregnancy
C Ovulation Fertilization  Sexual intercourse  Pregnancy
D Ovulation  Sexual intercourse  Fertilization  Pregnancy

1.1.5 The following diagram represents …

A gaseous exchange.
B inhalation.
C exhalation.
D respiration.

1.1.6 The chemical symbol for carbon is …

A K
B C
C Ca
D Co

1.1.7 Why do beryllium and magnesium appear in the same group on

the periodic table?

A They have the same chemical properties.

B Both are non-metals.
C Both are gases.
D Their atomic numbers are the same.

1.1.8 Hydrogen nitrate (HNO3) consists of the following elements:

A Helium, Nitrate and Oxygen

B Hydrogen, Nitrate
C Hydrogen, Nitrogen and Oxygen
D Hydrogen, Oxygen and Ozone

1.1.9 Which one of the following is an example of a compound?

A H2SO4
B O2
C 2Fe
D Na
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1.1.10 Which ONE of the following chemical equations does
NOT represent a balanced chemical equation?

A SO2 + H2O → H2SO3

B 4Na + O2 → 2Na2O
C Mg(OH)2 + 2HCl → MgCl2 + 2H2O
D 2Al + 3O2 → Al2O3 [10]

1.2 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions. Write only
the correct word/term next to the question number.

1.2.1 The apparatus that is used to study very small objects like cells
and micro- organisms.

1.2.2 When a person does not receive enough oxygen to the brain,
due to the blockage of a blood vessel by a blood clot, it can
lead to a ….

1.2.3 The common name given to both male and female reproductive cells.

1.2.4 The breakdown of the thick layer of blood in the uterus, which is
released through the vagina.

1.2.5 The type of digestion, which involves the breakdown of food with
digestive enzymes and hydrochloric acid.

1.2.6 A substance which changes colour when it comes into contact

with an acid or a base.

1.2.7 The solution used to test for the presence of carbon dioxide gas.

1.2.8 The smallest possible building block of a compound that

has all the properties of the compound.

1.2.9 The common name of the elements that are found in group 18
(VIII) on the periodic table.

1.2.10 A pure
substance consisting of identical atoms. [10]
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1.3. Choose the item in COLUMN B that best matches the description in
COLUMN A. Write down only the correct letter next to the question
number.
Column A Column B
1.3.1 An element in Group 1 that is a non-metal. Neutralization
1.3.2 The process that takes place when an acid
Sodium
reacts with a base.
1.3.3 An element that occurs as a molecule. Hydrogen
1.3.4 The colour of bromothymol blue in an acidic
Nitrification
solution.
Blue
Noble gas
Yellow
Carbon dioxide
Red
(4)
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SECTION B QUESTION 2

2.1 Ronaldo received the following diagram of a plant cell. Help him to
identify the cell as a plant cell, by studying the diagram and answering
the questions that follow.

2.1.1 Use the diagram and identify the parts labelled 2, 5, and 6. (3)
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2.1.2 Ronaldo used organelles 1 and 7 on the diagram to identify the
cell as a plant cell.

Redraw the table below in your ANSWER BOOK and make use of organelle 1
and 7 to TABULATE TWO differences between a plant and an animal
cell.
Also write down the names of organelle 1 and 7 in the spaces provided in
the table.

Name of
Plant Cell Animal Cell
organelle
Organelle 1

Organelle 7
(6)
2.1.3 Organelle 4 is responsible for cellular respiration.

2.1.3.1 Name organelle 4. (1)

2.1.3.2 Explain why there are so many of organelle 4 present
in a cell. (1)

2.1.3.3 Organelle 4 produces a toxic by-product. Name this by-

product and explain how the body gets rid of it.

(2)
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2.2 Study the following diagram of the male sex organ, and answer the
questions that follow:

2.2.1 Name parts C, D and E. (3)

2.2.2 Give the LETTER and the NAME of the part, where sperm is
produced.

(2)

2.2.3 Each of the above parts receives blood through an artery. Name
the gas that is transported by the blood in the arteries. (1)
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2.2.4 Veins are used to take the blood back to the heart. Name the
gas that is transported by the blood in the veins. (1)
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2.2.5 Name the process and explain in full sentences how the gases
named in 2.2.3 and 2.2.4 travel in and out of the cells. (3)
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2.3. Use the following diagram to answer the questions that follow:

2.3.1 The digestive system makes use of both chemical and

mechanical digestion. Explain the term mechanical digestion.

(1)

2.3.2 Make use of the diagram above and give the NUMBERS, as
well as NAMES of THREE places in the digestion system where
mechanical digestion takes place.

(3)

2.3.3 Give the name of the part where faeces is stored before it
leaves the body through the anus.

(1)

2.4 Janine decided to lose some weight for the upcoming school concert.
She got the following diet (eating plan) from the internet and decided
to follow it strictly on a daily basis.

Breakfast: 1 Hardboiled egg

Snack: 1 Apple and 30 g nuts
Lunch: Steamed fish with a green salad
Snack: 1 Cup chopped cucumber
Dinner: 250 ml Yoghurt with 50 grams of fruit

2.4.1 Would you say that this is a balanced eating plan? Motivate
your answer. (2)
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QUESTION 3

3.1 Sexually transmitted diseases like HIV cause many health problems,
which lead to many people in our country becoming ill and therefore not
able to work. This fact is very negative for our country's economy.

The following table shows the number of people suffering from HIV as a
percentage (%) of the total number of people living in each of the nine
provinces of South Africa.

Percentage (%) of people

Province
suffering from HIV
KZN 27.6
MP 26
FS 19.6
EC 18.7
NW 18.6
GP 18.5
LP 14
NC 10
WC 9.2

3.1.1 Use the information in the table and draw a bar graph showing the
percentage (%) of people suffering from HIV in each of the nine
provinces. Provide the graph with a title and labels for both the x-
and y-axes.

(5)

3.1.2 Identify the dependent variable in this investigation. (1)

3.1.3 Why is it such a big problem that people between the ages of 30 and 49
are suffering from diseases such as HIV? (1)

3.1.4 There are two systems in the human body involved in the transmission
of HIV from one person to another. Name these two systems. (2)

3.1.5 What can be used during sexual intercourse to prevent the transmission
of HIV. (1)
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QUESTION 4

The following experiment is carried out to demonstrate the combustion of

two elements, namely magnesium and carbon in oxygen gas.

A small piece of each of the mentioned elements are placed in two separate
deflagrating spoons and heated over open flames. The heated elements are
then lowered into two separate gas cylinders (A and B), filled with oxygen
gas.

Observations:

The element which was placed in gas cylinder A burned with a blinding white
flame. The product which formed during this reaction was dissolved in
distilled water at the bottom of the cylinder. A piece of pink litmus paper
turned blue after it was placed in this solution.

The element placed in gas cylinder B glowed with a bright orange colour and
liberated a colourless gas.

4.1. What is meant with the term "combustion" in the experiment above?
(1)

4.2 Answer the following questions considering the observations

and results from the above experiment.

4.2.1 Write down the SYMBOL of the element used in gas cylinder A. (1)

4.2.2 Write down the NAME of the element used in gas cylinder B. (1)

4.2.3 Write down the NAME of the PRODUCT which formed in

gas cylinder A. (1)

4.3 Complete and balance the following chemical equation:

Mg + O2 → … (2)
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QUESTION 5

When a shifting spanner, consisting mainly of iron is left outside in the rain, a
thin layer of a reddish-brown powder starts to form on its surface within a few
weeks.

5.1. What is the common name for the reddish-brown layer of

powder that forms on the surface of the shifting spanner?
(1)

5.2 What is this process called when iron reacts with

oxygen in the presence of moisture?

(1)

5.3 The chemical reaction that takes place during the

formation of the reddish-brown layer can be represented
as follows:

Iron + Oxygen gas → Iron oxide

Use chemical formulae and write down a BALANCED chemical equation

for the above-mentioned reaction. (4)
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QUESTION 6

Sulfur occurs as a yellow powder that can be used in the

control of certain fungal diseases on plants. When sulfur
burns in oxygen, it forms a colourless gas namely sulphur
dioxide. This gas has a suffocating smell and forms an
acid when it dissolves in water.

6.1 Write down the chemical symbol for sulphur. (1)

6.2 Complete the sentence:

Non-metal oxides are also referred to as … oxides. (1)

6.3 Write down the FORMULA for the compound that will form when
sulfur burns in oxygen. (1)

6.4 The acid that forms when sulfur dioxide gas dissolves in
moisture which is found in the atmosphere is very harmful to
our environment. Describe
TWO of these negative, harmful effects. (2)
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QUESTION 7

An experiment was carried out with the purpose to investigate how

fast (rate) iron reacts with hydrochloric acid solutions with different
pH values.

Seven similar iron bars, each weighing 100g were placed into separate test
tubes containing hydrochloric acid solutions with different pH values. It is
important to note that the solutions used were the same in every aspect, with
the exception of their pH values that were not the same.

The mass of iron that reacted with the different hydrochloric acid solutions
were determined by weighing the iron bars after they were allowed to react
with the solutions for 10 minutes.

The mass of iron (in gram) that reacted with the different hydrochloric acid
solutions in a time of 10 minutes, are given in the table below:

Test tube A B C D E F G
pH-value of the 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
solution
Mass (g) of iron that 60 55 50 45 15 10 5
reacted

7.1 Write down a possible hypothesis for this experiment. (2)

7.2 Identify the dependent variable in this experiment. (1)

7.3 Identify the independent variable in this experiment. (1)

7.4 What is the pH value of the solution with the highest acidity in the
table above?

(1)

7.5 In which test tube (A-G) will a neutral solution be found? (1)

7.6 Write down the CHEMICAL SYMBOL of the metal that was used during
this experiment. (1)

7.7 Write down the general word equation for the reaction between
an acid and a metal. (2)

7.8. Name two properties of acids. (2)

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QUESTION 8

8.1 Sindi's father regularly experiences heartburn when stomach acid

(hydrochloric acid) pushes up into his oesophagus. Her father then
drinks a glass of water with an antacid dissolved in the water. The
antacid contains sodium carbonate.

8.1.1 A salt and two more products form when an acid reacts with
a metal carbonate Write down the NAMES of these TWO
products that will form together with the salt.

(2)

8.1.2 A gas is released while the above reaction is taking place.

Write down the FORMULA of this gas and explain how you can
test for this gas in the laboratory.

(2)

8.1.3 Complete and balance the following reaction:

HCl + Na2CO3 → … + … + … (4)

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GRAND TOTAL: 100

REVISION QUESTION PAPER C

SECTION A

QUESTION 1

1.1 Four options are provided as possible answers to the following

questions. Each question has only ONE correct answer. Write only the
letter next to the question number in the ANSWER BOOK e.g., 1.1.6 D.

1.1.1 Plant cells have a fixed shape because they have …

A a cellulose cell wall.
B a cell membrane.
C large vacuoles.
D many chloroplasts. (1)

1.1.2 Which of the following forms part of the musculoskeletal system?

A Cartilage
B Kidneys
C Small intestine
D Brain (1)
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1.1.3 Blood enters the kidney through P and leaves the kidney through Q.
Urine leaves the kidney via:

A T
B V
C Q
D R (1)

1.1.4 What is the main function of the heart?

A Physical manipulation of solid food.

B Regulation of digested food.
C Filtering minerals from blood.
D To pump blood. (1)

1.1.5 The sequence in which food moves along the alimentary canal is...

A oesophagus, stomach, large intestine, small intestine.

B oesophagus, small intestine, large intestine, stomach.
C oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine.
D oesophagus, small intestine, stomach, large intestine. (1)

1.1.6 What do the following elements have in common?

I, F, Cℓ, Br

A They have the same number of protons.

B They have the same number of protons in the nucleus.
C They have the same number of electron shells.
D They are found in the same group on the periodic table. (1)
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1.1.7 A compound in which carbon, hydrogen and oxygen are
bonded in the ratio 1 : 2 : 2 is:

CO3
H 4 O2
CH2O2
H 2O (1)

1.1.8 New substances that are formed during chemical reactions are called ...

A atoms.
B products.
C sub-atomic particles.
D reactants.

1.1.9 Study the following equations and indicate the correct balanced equation.

2Na + H2O 2NaOH

 + H 2O
2Na + 2H2O 2NaOH
 + H2
Na + 2H2O 2NaOH
 + H2
2Na + H2O 2NaOH
 + 2H2 (1)

1.1.10 Arrange according to the pH scale from the least to the most acidic.

4: 2: 1
4: 2: 6
2: 1: 4
2: 4: 6 (1)
[10]

1.2 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions.

Only write down the correct word/term next to the question
number (1.2.1 – 1.2.5) in your ANSWER BOOK.

1.2.1 A group of cells with the same structure, performing the

same function.

(1)

1.2.2 A tough inelastic tissue which attaches muscles to bones. (1)

1.2.3 The stage in the human lifecycle when sexual organs mature
for reproduction.

(1)

1.2.4 A device or apparatus which can be used to prevent

unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases like
AIDS.

(1)

1.2.5 The breaking down of food into dissolved nutrients that can
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(1)
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1.3 Choose the item from Column B that matches the description in
Column A. Write down the number from Column A with the
corresponding LETTER of your choice from Column B, for e.g.,
1.3.6 K.

Column A Column B

The measure of how acidic or basic a

1.3.1 A sulphuric acid
substance is.
Process taking place when vinegar is mixed
1.3.2 B pH
with bicarbonate of soda.
A substance that changes colour in an acid
1.3.3 C carbon dioxide
and a base.

1.3.4 H2SO4 D hydrochloric

acid
1.3.5 Acid + metal carbonate  salt + … + water E acidity

F indicator

G oxygen

H neutralisation

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SECTION B

QUESTION 2

Study the following diagram of a cell and answer the questions that follow:
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2.1 Provide a suitable heading for the diagram. (1)

2.2 Give TWO visible reasons for your answer in 2.1. (2)

2.3 What is the function of the part labelled C? (1)

2.4 Identify the parts labelled B and D. (2)

2.5 Why is the cell in the diagram above unable to make its own food? (1)

2.6 Explain why there are so many of organelle A present in the cell. (2)
[9]

QUESTION 3

The diagram shows part of the respiratory system. Study the diagram and
answer the questions that follow.

3.1 Identify the structures labelled X and Y. (2)

3.2 How is Y adapted to perform gaseous exchange? (1)

3.3 The respiratory system is working closely with the system that is
composed of the heart, arteries, capillaries and veins. What is the
name of this
system? (1)

3.4 Name TWO processes associated with the system mentioned in your
answer to question 3.3. (2)

3.5 Asthma is when the bronchioles become chronically inflamed.

People find it difficult to breathe. Name TWO other illnesses
associated with the
respiratory system. (2)
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Some systems in the human body are more important than others.

Is this statement TRUE or FALSE? Give a reason for your answer. (2)
[10]

QUESTION 4

A group of Grade 9 learners investigated the effect different types of

exercise have on the heart rate. They measured the heart rate of 5
learners after each of the following activities:

 Rest
 After brisk walking for five minutes
 After jogging for two minutes
 After jumping with a skip rope for 2 minutes.

They recorded their results in the table shown below.

Heart rate (beats per minute) after each activity

Brisk
Rest Jogging Jumping
walking
Learner 1 66 72 80 98
Learner 2 72 72 86 100
Learner 3 72 74 82 108
Learner 4 68 74 84 96
Learner 5 78 86 100 120
AVERAGE 71,2 75,6 86,4 X

4.1 Identify the dependant variable. (1)

4.2 Calculate the value of X in the table (average heart rate for jumping). (2)

4.3 Use the information in the table and draw a bar graph to show the
average heart rate for the different types of exercise.

Use the graph paper provided on the ANSWER SHEET at the back of
the question paper.

(6)

4.4 Suggest a reason why a person’s heart rate changes during exercise. (1)
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QUESTION 5

Study the diagram of the male sex organ, and answer the questions that follow:

5.1 Provide labels for the parts numbered B, D and E. (3)

5.2 Write only the LETTER of the parts with the following functions:

5.2.1 Make sperm and the male sex hormone, testosterone. (1)

5.2.2 Carries sperm from the testis to the penis. (1)

5.3 Explain the term fertilisation. (1)

[6]

QUESTION 6

The diagram below shows parts of the alimentary canal. Study the
diagram and answer the questions that follow.

6.1 Provide the correct labels for the parts numbered B, C and E. (3)

6.2 What is meant by egestion? (1)

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parts C, D and E until they reach the body cells. (2)
[6]

QUESTION 7

Study the symbol of the following element and use the periodic table provided
to answer the questions.

7.1 Name the element represented by the symbol above. (1)

7.2 Give the element’s atomic number. (1)

7.3 Is the element a metal, a non-metal or a semi-metal? (1)

7.4 In which group of the periodic table does this element appear? (1)

7.5 Write down the NAME of the compound formed when this element
reacts with sulphur. (1)

7.6 Write down a balanced equation for the reaction in question 7.5. (2)
[7]

QUESTION 8

8.1 An investigation is conducted to find out how iron (Fe) reacts

with oxygen gas (O2) during a combustion reaction.

Procedure:
Iron wool is tied to a deflagrating spoon and heated over a flame until it
starts to glow. The glowing iron wool is then lowered into a gas
cylinder filled with pure oxygen gas.
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Apparatus:

8.1.1 The iron wool glows with an orange colour when it is

heated in the air. But when the iron wool is lowered into
the gas cylinder
filled with pure oxygen, it glows with a bright yellow colour and
throws off a shower of sparks. Briefly explain this observation. (1)

8.1.2 Write down the NAME of the metal oxide which forms. (1)

8.1.3 Write down the FORMULA of the metal oxide that forms. (1)

8.1.4 The reaction that takes place in the diagram above is known
as a combustion reaction. Explain the term combustion.

(2)

8.1.5 When iron is exposed to air, rusting can take place at

the surface of the iron. Which TWO chemical substances
are essential for
rusting of iron to take place? (2)

8.1.6 Name TWO ways in which rust can be prevented. (2)

8.2 Carbon powder is heated with a Bunsen burner until it starts to burn.
The carbon is then lowered into a gas cylinder filled with pure oxygen
gas.
A small amount of water is present in the bottom of the cylinder.
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8.2.1 List TWO observations that can be made while the carbon is
burning in the oxygen.

(2)

8.2.2 Give the NAME of the gas that is liberated as a product during
this combustion reaction.

(1)

8.2.3 The gas named in question in 8.2.2 dissolves in the distilled

water at the bottom of the cylinder. Describe how this will
affect the pH of
the distilled water. (1)

8.2.4 Give the balanced chemical equation for the reaction of

carbon burning in oxygen.

(2)
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QUESTION 9

9.1 Pieces of magnesium ribbon are added to hydrochloric acid (HCℓ) in a

test tube. The contents of the flask react as shown below.

9.1.1 What will be OBSERVED in test tube A when the pieces of

magnesium ribbon react with the hydrochloric acid? (1)

9.1.2 When a burning match is used to ignite the gas assembled in test
tube B, a popping sound is heard. Write down the NAME of the
gas. (1)

9.1.3 Complete and balance the equation for this reaction:

Mg + HCℓ  MgCℓ2 + ... (2)

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9.2 Josh and Pule investigated how the length of the magnesium ribbon
would affect the amount of hydrogen gas produced. They thought that
a longer piece
of magnesium ribbon would release more hydrogen gas. They
carried out an experiment to test it.

9.2.1 Write down Josh and Pule's hypothesis for the investigation.(2)

9.2.2 Indicate the:

(a) independent variable. (1)
(b)dependent variable. (1)
[8]

QUESTION 10

Hydrochloric acid is added to calcium carbonate in a reaction flask. Gas

bubbles are observed while clear liquid droplets drip from the delivery
tube.

10.1 Give the NAME of the salt which forms during the reaction. (1)

10.2 Give the chemical FORMULA of the liquid droplets. (1)

10.3 Which gas is released during this reaction? (1)

10.4 Write down a complete balanced chemical equation for the reaction
which takes place in the reaction flask. (4)

10.5 How will you test for the gas that forms in the reaction above? (2)
[9]

TOTAL SECTION B: 80
GRAND TOTAL: 100
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NAME: GRADE:
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SECTION A QUESTION

1.1
1.1.1 C
1.1.2 A
1.1.3 A
1.1.4 C
1.1.5 B
1.1.6 C
1.1.7 B
1.1.8 C
1.1.9 A
1.1.10 A [10]

QUESTION 1.2
1.2.1 organelles
1.2.2 tendon
1.2.3 ovulation
1.2.4 breathing
1.2.5 constipation [5]

QUESTION 1.3
1.3.1 D 
1.3.2 F 
1.3.3 E 
1.3.4 G 
1.3.5 B  [5]

TOTAL SECTION A: 20

SECTION B

QUESTION 2

2.1 Animal cell 

 Have an irregular shape
 Only has a cell membrane
 Small vacuoles
 No chloroplasts present
(Give 2 marks for only 2 visible reasons) (3)

2.2 Nucleus
 Contains DNA (hereditary material) of the cell.
 Controls cell activity.
(Give 1 mark for only ONE (2)
function)
2.3.1 7 (1)

2.3.2 Mitochondria (1)

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2.4 In animal cells they are the main power generators,
converting oxygen and nutrients into energy.
OR
Animals need mitochondria to produce energy for their life
processes. (1)
[8]

QUESTION 3

3.1 The circulatory system. (1)

3.2 Circulation of blood between the heart and the lungs.

Circulation of blood between the heart and the rest of the body. (2)

3.3 Nervous system OR 6 (1)

3.4 Bones and muscles (2)

3.5
 Waste products and a part of the water will not be separated from the
blood. 
 Blood, which leaves the kidneys, will not be purified. 
 The body fills with extra water and waste products. 
 Waste products are not removed from the blood and a person will
become extremely ill.  (Any one) (1)

3.6 False
Our bodies are made up of many systems that work
together in order for us to perform our daily activities. 
OR
The body systems are interdependent, and one system cannot
function without the others. 

(2)
[9]

QUESTION 4

4.1 (21 +21+24) ÷3 = 22 (1)

4.2 22 x 3 = 66 heartbeats per minute (1)
4.3 The accuracy and validity of the measurement. (2)
4.4 Measurement. (1)
4.5 The heart rate will increase. (1)
4.6 Resting heartbeat (1)
[7]

QUESTION 5

5.1 2 – scrotum
4 – penis 
5 – urethra (3)

5.2.1 3 (1)
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5.3
 Testicle and penis size increases.
 Hair starts to grow on the pubic areas, the limbs, chest and the face.
 Voice becomes deeper as the larynx (voice box in your throat) grows.
 Body shape changes occur as the skeletal muscle and bones
increase in size and shape.
 Body odour and acne start to develop, as with females.
(Any THREE changes) (3)
[8]

QUESTION 6

6.1 The digestive system (1)

6.2 Chemical digestion  (1)

6.3
 Since most of the digestion and absorption process takes
place in the small intestines, it is especially long and
folded to create an even bigger absorption area. 
 The inner layer of the small intestine is lined with small finger like
structures called villi which aid absorption and increases the area
for absorption. 
 The small intestine has a large network of capillaries
surrounding it to transport the absorbed food away to the
other parts of the body. 
 The muscles of the small intestine control the direction in which the
food flows through peristalsis.  (Any THREE adaptations)(3)

6.4 The bigger nutrient molecules are broken down to a size small
enough to enter the bloodstream or the be absorbed by the
bloodstream.
The bloodstream carries the nutrients to all the body cells. (2)

6.5 Egestion is the passing out of solid undigested waste from the digestive
tract via the anus. (1)
[8]

QUESTION 7
7.1.1
CH4 + 2O2  CO2 + 2H2O (reactants products balancing) (3)
7.1.2
4Na + O2  2Na2O (reactants products balancing) (3)

7.2.1
2Cu + O2  2CuO (2Cu and 2CuO) (2)
7.2.2
Ca(OH)2 + H2SO4  CaSO4 + 2H2O (2H2O) (1)

7.3.1 Magnesium (1)

7.3.2 O (1)
7.3.3 non-metal (1)
7.3.4 12 (1)
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8.1.1 Sulphur burns with a blue/purple flame and suffocating gas/white

fumes are liberated. (2)

8.1.2 SO2 (sulphur dioxide) (1)

8.1.3 The water will become acidic. OR The solution will be acidic /
have a pH below 7. (1)

8.1.4 S + O2  SO2 (reactants  product) (2)

8.2.1 Red / Orange / Yellow glow (1)

8.2.2 Bright orange glow OR Yellow/orange sparks (1)
8.2.3 Iron oxide (1)
8.2.4 Combustion refers to the reaction of a substance(metal or non-metal)
with oxygen. (2)

8.3 Rusting is a slow chemical reaction of iron metal, with

oxygen and moisture (water)  to form a complex
compound part of which is iron
oxide.  (2)

8.4 Iron and steel can be painted to keep away moisture and oxygen. 
Iron and steel can be coated with a thin layer of chromium or
zinc (metals with no rust).  This is done by an electroplating
technique which
is a form of electrolysis. (2)
[15]

QUESTION 9
9.1.1
Calcium chloride (CaCl2) (1)
9.1.2
Water (H2O) (1)
9.1.3
Carbon dioxide (CO2) (1)

9.1.4
CaCO3 + 2HCl  CaCl2 + CO2 + H2O (reactants productsbalancing) (3)

9.2.1 H2-gas OR Hydrogen gas (1)

9.2.2 Iron + Hydrochloric acid  Iron chloride + Hydrogen gas
( reactants products) (2)

9.3 H2SO4 + Mg(OH)2  MgSO4 +2H2O (reactantsproductsbalancing) (3)

[12]

TOTAL SECTION B: 80
GRAND TOTAL: 100
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SECTION A

QUESTION 1

1.1.1. A 🗸
1.1.2. C 🗸
1.1.3. B 🗸
1.1.4. D 🗸
1.1.5. C 🗸
1.1.6. B 🗸
1.1.7. A 🗸
1.1.8. C 🗸
1.1.9. A 🗸
1.1.10 D 🗸 (10)

1.2.1. Microscope 🗸
1.2.2. Stroke 🗸
1.2.3. Gamete(s) 🗸
1.2.4. Menstruation 🗸
1.2.5. Chemical digestion 🗸
1.2.6. Indicator 🗸
1.2.7. Clear lime water 🗸
1.2.8. Molecule
1.2.9. Noble gases 🗸
1.2.10 Element 🗸 (10)

1.3.1 C🗸
1.3.2 A🗸
1.3.3 C🗸
1.3.4 G 🗸 (4)
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SECTION B

QUESTION 2

2.1.1 2 – Cell wall🗸

5 – Nucleus🗸
6 – Cytoplasm🗸 (3)
2.1.2
Name of organelle Plant cell Animal cell

1 - Vacuole 🗸 One big vacuole 🗸 None OR many small

vacuoles. 🗸

7 - Chloroplast 🗸 Present in plant cell No Chloroplast. 🗸

🗸
(6)

2.1.3.1 4 – Mitochondrion/Mitochondria 🗸 (1)

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2.1.3.2 Many mitochondria are needed for sufficient energy production. 🗸
OR for sufficient or effective respiration🗸 (1)
2.1.3.3 Carbon dioxide 🗸 It is exhaled. 🗸 (2)
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2.2.1 C - Urethra 🗸
D - Sperm duct / Vas deferens 🗸
E - Penis 🗸 (3)

2.2.2 G. 🗸 Testes 🗸 (2)

2.2.3 Oxygen 🗸 (1)
2.2.4 Carbon dioxide 🗸 (1)
2.2.5 Gaseous exchange: 🗸 Oxygen moves through the cell membrane
from the capillary into the cell 🗸 through diffusion.🗸 Carbon
dioxide moves
through the cell membrane to the capillary by means of diffusion. (3)
[10]

2.3.1 Mechanical digestion involves the physical break down of food particles 🗸 (1)

2.3.2 1 - Mouth 🗸 Number AND name must be

3 - Stomach 🗸 correct
4 – Small intestines 🗸 (3)

2.3.3 Rectum🗸 (1)

2.4.1 No. 🗸 A balanced diet also includes carbohydrates / diet does not
include carbohydrates. 🗸

(2)
[7]

QUESTION 3

3.1.1
(%) People suffering from HIV in the various provinces of
South Africa 🗸
(%) People suffering from

🗸🗸 Accuracy
HIV🗸

Province 🗸
(5)
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3.1.2 % of People suffering from HIV🗸 (1)
3.1.3 People become ill and are therefore not able to work and
earn money to take care of families.
(OR any other relevant / correct answer) 🗸 (1)

3.1.4 Circulatory system🗸

Reproductive system 🗸 (2)

3.1.5 Condoms🗸 (1)

[10]
QUESTION 4

4.1. Reaction with oxygen. 🗸 (1)

4.2.1. Mg 🗸 (1)
4.2.2. Carbon🗸 (1)
4.2.3. Magnesium oxide 🗸 (1)
4.3. 2Mg + O2 → 2MgO 🗸 balance 🗸 (2)
[6]

QUESTION 5

5.1. Rust 🗸 (1)

5.2. Rusting/Corrosion/Oxidation (any one) 🗸 (1)
5.3. 4Fe 🗸 + 3O2 🗸→ 2Fe2O3 🗸 balance 🗸 (4)
[6]
QUESTION 6

6.1.S🗸 (1)
6.2.acidic 🗸 oxides (1)
6.3.SO2 🗸 (1)
6.4.Acid rain is produced which damages statues/buildings made from
sandstone. Acid rain also causes iron and steel structures to
corrode.
Cultivation of crops are negatively affected.
Acid rains acidifies soil, lakes and rivers which kills plants/animals.
(Any two)🗸🗸 (2)
[5]
QUESTION 7

7.1. Iron reacts faster with a decrease in the pH of the solution.

OR Iron reacts slower with an increase in the pH of the solution 🗸🗸 (2)
7.2. The mass of iron that reacted. 🗸 (1)
7.3. pH-value 🗸 (1)
7.4. 1🗸 (1)
7.5. G🗸 (1)
7.6. Fe 🗸 (1)
7.7. Acid + Metal 🗸 → Salt/metal salt + hydrogen gas 🗸 (2)
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7.8.Taste sour / pH < 7 / Corrosive / Bromothymol blue turns yellow in
acid / Universal indicator turns red.
(Any TWO applicable properties) 🗸🗸
(2)
[11]
VRAAG 8

8.1.1. Carbon dioxide 🗸 Water 🗸 (2)

8.1.2. CO2 🗸Test for CO2: Clear lime water turns milky🗸 (2)
8.1.3. 2HCl + Na2CO3 → 2NaCl 🗸 + H2O🗸 + CO2 🗸 (balance🗸 ) (4)
[8]

SECTION B: 76
GRAND TOTAL: 100

MEMORANDUM: REVISION QUESTION PAPER C

SECTION A QUESTION 1.1

1.1.1 A
1.1.2 A
1.1.3 D
1.1.4 D
1.1.5 C
1.1.6 D
1.1.7 C
1.1.8 B
1.1.9 B
1.1.10 A [10]

QUESTION 1.2
1.2.1 tissue
1.2.2 tendon
1.2.3 puberty
1.2.4 condom
1.2.5 digestion [5]

QUESTION 1.3

1.3.1 B
1.3.2 H
1.3.3 F
1.3.4 A
1.3.5 C [5]

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QUESTION 2

2.1 Animal cell  (1)

2.2 Have an irregular shape. / Does not have a fixed

shape. Only has a cell membrane. / No cell wall is
present.  Small vacuoles.
No chloroplasts present. Give 2
marks for first 2 visible reasons. (2)

2.3 Many chemical reactions take place within the cytoplasm. 

OR
Many cellular activities take place within the cytoplasm.  (1)

2.4 B - cell membrane

D - nucleus (accept nucleoplasm)  (2)

2.5 Animal cells do not contain chloroplasts for photosynthesis.  (1)

2.6 In animal cells, organelle A / mitochondria are the main power

generators, converting oxygen and nutrients into energy.
There must be many mitochondria to ensure that enough energy is
produced for all the life processes. (2)
[9]

QUESTION 3

3.1 X- trachea
Y - alveolus (accept alveoli) (2)

3.2 Alveoli are folded to increase their surface area, so more air is diffused. 
OR
Walls of the alveoli are moist so gases can dissolve easily. 
OR
Alveoli have very thin walls (one cell thick) for diffusion to easily take place.

OR
Alveoli are surrounded by a network of capillaries so diffusion takes
place easily. 

(1)

3.3 Circulatory system (1)

3.4 Circulation of blood between the heart and the lungs. 

Circulation of blood between the heart and the rest of the body.  (2)

3.5 Lung cancer / Bronchitis / Asbestosis / Emphysema (ANY TWO) (2)

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3.6 False
The body systems are interdependent, and one system cannot function without the
others. 
OR
Our bodies are made up of many systems that work together for us to
perform our daily activities.  (2)
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QUESTION 4

4.1 Heart rate (1)

4.2 X = Total of readings for jumping ÷ 5

= 522 ÷ 5  (instead of 522, accept 98 + 100 + 108 + 96 + 120)
=104,4  (2)

4.3
Graph of heart rate versus types of Criteria Marks
exercise Heading/Title
11 104. Must contain 1
0 4 both variables
10 86. Label of x-axis 1
0 4
Heart rate (beats per

75. Label of y-axis

71. 6
90
2 Label and 1
80
measuring unit
70
60
Plotting of data:
50
40
1 or 2 bars correct
minute)

(6 
30 3
20 ) 3 bars correct 
10 4 bars correct 
Rest Brisk Jogging
walkin
Apply positive
marking from q 4.2
Types of
exercise
4.4 The heart must beat faster during exercise, increasing the
heartrate to deliver the necessary blood flow to the muscles. 
OR
The body muscles increase their activity and consume/need more blood. (1)
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QUESTION 5

scrotum
penis 
urethra (3)

5.2.1 C
Accept LETTERS only (1)
5.2.2 A (1)

5.3 Fertilization is the fusion of the sperm and egg, producing a zygote. (1)
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QUESTION 6

6.1 B-
oesophagus C
- stomach
E - large intestine (Accept colon) (3)

6.2 Undigested or unwanted particles that travel through the

digestive track which are passed out as faeces.
OR
Undigested food and waste products get passed out of the body. 
OR
The discharge or expulsion of undigested material (food) from the
digestive tract (via the anus).  (1)

6.3 The bigger nutrient molecules are broken down to a size small
enough to enter the bloodstream or to be absorbed by the
bloodstream.
The bloodstream then carries the nutrients to all the body cells. (2)
[6]
QUESTION 7

7.1 Oxygen (1)

7.2 8 (1)
7.3 Non-metal (1)
7.4 6 OR 16 (1)
7.5 Sulphur (1)
dioxide
7.6 S + O2  SO2  Reactants Products (2)
[7]

QUESTION 8

8.1.1 In pure oxygen, the combustion/chemical reaction takes place much

faster,therefor the iron wool glows with a brighter colour and sparks
are caused. OR
The reaction in pure oxygen is more vigorous.
OR
The oxygen concentration in the air is lower and the rate of the
reaction is lower.

(1)

8.1.2 Iron oxide (1)

8.1.3 Fe2O3 (1)

8.1.4 Combustion is the reaction of a substance (metal or non–metal)

with oxygen.

(2)

8.1.5 Water / H2O and Oxygen / O2 (2)

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8.1.6 Iron and steel can be painted / coated with oil to keep away
moisture and oxygen.
Iron and steel can be coated (through electroplating) with a thin
layer of chromium or zinc or metals which do not rust.

(2)
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8.2.1 Carbon burns with a bright orange / yellow flame.
A suffocation gas / white fumes are formed.  (2)
8.2.2 Carbon dioxide (1)
8.2.3 The pH of the water will decrease / decrease to below 7. (1)
8.2.4 C + O2  CO2 (reactants products) (2)
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QUESTION 9

9.1.1 Gas bubbles / Effervescence OR The solution gets hot. (1)

9.1.2 Hydrogen (1)
9.1.3 Mg + 2HCℓ  MgCℓ2 + H2 Balancing (2)

9.2.1 When the length of the magnesium ribbon increases, the

amount of hydrogen gas that forms, increases.
OR
If a longer piece of Mg ribbon is used, then more hydrogen gas will form.

Criteria Marks
Both variables are mentioned.
1
Length of Mg ribbon; Amount of
gas (2)
The relationship between them are
1
mentioned.
9.2.2 (a) Independent variable - length of Mg/magnesium ribbon
(b) Dependent variable - amount of H2/hydrogen gas (2)
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QUESTION 10

10.1 Calcium chloride (1)

10.2 H2O (1)
10.3 Carbon dioxide / CO2 (1)

10.4 CaCO3 + 2HCl  CaCl2 + CO2 + H2O

(both reactants CaCl2 CO2 and H2O balancing) (4)

10.5 When the gas (CO2) is bubbled through clear lime water,
it will turn milky. (2)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 80
GRAND TOTAL: 100
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