Combined Science (B) J260,04 Foundation November 2020, OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

The exam paper addresses core GCSE Combined Science topics, emphasizing cell biology, plant physiology, material properties, and environmental science. Key areas include water movement in plant tissues, energy transfers in rollercoaster systems, and material selection based on conductivity and sustainability. It evaluates knowledge of the greenhouse effect, carbon capture, and the differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources. Experimental skills such as data analysis, microscope usage, and circuit design are also assessed. Keywords: cell biology, plant tissue, material properties, energy transfer, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, experimental techniques, sustainability.