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CSEC Integrated Science · May/June 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 2(d)

Children want to swim immediately after having lunch, but their mother insists they wait at least two hours to allow their food to digest. Give a reason why they should NOT swim so soon after eating.

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  1. 2(a)(i)Identify the structures labelled A and B. Write your answers in the spaces provided.[2 marks]
  2. 2(a)(ii)On the diagram, draw a line and label it C to represent the area where MOST nutrients are absorbed.[1 mark]
  3. 2(b)Complete the dental formula to represent the number of teeth in an adult man who has all of his teeth in place.[2 marks]
  4. 2(c)(i)Using the information in Table 2 determine which food sample provides MORE energy.[3 marks]
  5. 2(c)(ii)Which food sample, X or Y, would be more suitable for an athlete, a growing child and a person with his gall bladder removed? Give ONE reason for EACH answer.[6 marks]

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