DP Biology (first assessment 2025)
Question 21N.2.HL.TZ0.2b
Date | November 2021 | Marks available | [Maximum mark: 3] | Reference code | 21N.2.HL.TZ0.2b |
Level | HL | Paper | 2 | Time zone | TZ0 |
Command term | Outline | Question number | b | Adapted from | N/A |
b.
[Maximum mark: 3]
21N.2.HL.TZ0.2b
(b)
Outline the specific functions of three named proteins.
[3]
Markscheme
a. Rubisco fixes CO2 from atmosphere during photosynthesis;
b. insulin controls blood glucose levels;
c. collagen forms connective tissue/ligaments;
d. spider silk forms the spider web;
e. rhodopsin involved in photoreceptor;
f. immunoglobulins/antibodies attach to antigens/pathogens;
g. actin/myosin performs muscle contraction;
h. hemoglobin carries oxygen in red blood cells;
Accept any other correct three named proteins
If an enzyme is named, the correct substrate must be stated
