Biology (B) J257,02 Foundation June 2018, OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

The OCR GCSE Biology Paper 1 (May 2018) explores foundational biology topics including eye structure, DNA, genetic inheritance, and cancer. Key concepts involve reflex actions, enzyme activity, selective breeding, and food webs. Practical investigations and data interpretation focus on population sampling, cancer treatment effects, and experimental methods like Punnett squares and energy transfer. The paper emphasizes biological applications such as chemotherapy, stem cell therapy, and sustainable practices, with critical analysis of experimental outcomes. Ethical considerations and the role of genetic and environmental factors in health are also addressed.