B10.1· 10 questions · 10 marks · 12 min · 2005–2022· Multiple choice
Every Cambridge IGCSE Science - Combined Paper 1 question on diseases and immunity, laid out as 2 A4 pages with the mark scheme below. Nothing is left out. Free to read, no account.





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Science - Combined 0653 · Diseases and immunity — Paper 1
IGCSE · topical answer key — answer key (teacher use)
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Answer
Marks
| Question | Answer | Marks | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | 1 | 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2005 |
| 2 | A | 1 | 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 3 | A | 1 | 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 4 | A | 1 | 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 5 | B | 1 | 0653/12 May/June 2014 |
| 6 | B | 1 | 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 7 | D | 1 | 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 8 | D | 1 | 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 9 | B | 1 | 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2022 |
| 10 | B | 1 | 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2022 |
6 Which structures in the human breathing system contain goblet cells and cilia? A alveoli and bronchi B alveoli and pleural membranes C bronchi and trachea D pleural membranes and trachea
1 marks
Answer: C
9 Which method of family planning is also likely to reduce the risk of the spread of syphilis? A condom B intra-uterine device (IUD) C pill D sterilisation
1 marks
Answer: A
8 Which method of family planning is also likely to reduce the risk of the spread of syphilis? A condom B intra-uterine device (IUD) C pill D sterilisation
1 marks
Answer: A
10 Which method of family planning is also likely to reduce the risk of the spread of syphilis? A condom B intra-uterine device (IUD) C pill D sterilisation
1 marks
Answer: A
11 What would be effective in preventing the spread of HIV? A chlorinating all drinking water B screening of blood before transfusions C sterilisation of showers, baths and toilets D thorough cooking of all food
1 marks
Answer: B
10 Which statement about adrenaline is not correct? A Adrenaline is transported in the blood plasma. B Adrenaline lowers the blood glucose concentration. C The heart is one of the target organs for adrenaline. D The liver destroys adrenaline.
1 marks
Answer: B
6 The table shows components of blood and their functions. Which row is correct? blood component function of component A plasma antibody formation B platelets transport of carbon dioxide C red blood cells blood clotting D white blood cells phagocytosis
1 marks
Answer: D
6 Which component of the blood produces antibodies? A plasma B platelets C red blood cells D white blood cells
1 marks
Answer: D
7 The diagram shows components of blood as seen with a light microscope. Which component produces antibodies? B C A D
1 marks
Answer: B
7 The diagram shows components of blood as seen with a light microscope. Which component produces antibodies? B C A D
1 marks
Answer: B