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A-Level BiologyYear 2020Q2

4 2 The golden snub‑nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana) is endemic to high mountainous regions of China. This endangered species of monkey feeds on seeds. (a) State what is meant by the term endemic. 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(b) The population size of this species has decreased due to changes in its habitat. Climate change is one of the factors affecting the habitat of this species. (i) Which of the following causes global warming? (1) A a decrease in carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere that trap infrared radiation B a decrease in carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere that trap ultraviolet radiation C an increase in carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere that trap infrared radiation D an increase in carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere that trap ultraviolet radiation 5 Turn over (ii) Which of the following could provide evidence for climate change? (1) A dendrochronology, peat bog pollen analysis and ice cores B ice cores, classification and peat bog pollen analysis C niche, dendrochronology and classification D niche, dendrochronology and ice cores (c) Golden snub‑nosed monkeys live in areas with very cold winters. The seeds in their diet contain lipids and carbohydrates. Climate change is reducing seed production by plants in their habitat. Discuss the impact of climate change on the monkey population. 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(Total for Question 2 = 7 marks)

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Exam Specification Info

This question is part of the UK A-Level Biology syllabus. In the actual exam, structured questions typically require linking specific keywords to gain full marks. Applaa helps you drill these topics.

Syllabus levelAdvanced Level (A-Level)
SubjectBiology
Official MarksVariable (2–6 marks)