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Paper 6 structured question: Respiration

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Investigating the effect of glucose concentration on the rate of respiration in yeast.

Method

Method for Investigating Respiration in Yeast

1. Prepare different concentrations of glucose solution. 2. Add yeast to each solution. 3. Measure the amount of carbon dioxide produced over a set time period.

Concentration of Glucose (g/L)Volume of CO2 Produced (mL)
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510
1020
1530
2040
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    State the independent variable in this investigation.

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Results Table

Results of Plant Respiration Experiment

The table shows the volume of oxygen consumed by the plant over different time intervals.

Time (minutes)Volume of O2 Consumed (mL)
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52
104
156
208
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    Describe the trend shown in the results table.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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