FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
GRADE 11
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
SEPTEMBER 2024
MARKS: 100
TIME: 1.30 hours
This question paper consists of 12 pages
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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. This question paper consist of TWO sections, namely SECTION
A and SECTION B
2. Answer ALL the questions in the answer book
3. Start each question from SECTION B on a NEW page.
4. Study the questions carefully and make sure you answer what is
required.
5.
Number your answers correctly according to the numbering system
used in this question paper.
6.
Non-programmable calculator may be used.
7.
Show all calculations, including formulae, where
8.
applicable Write neatly and legibly.
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SECTION A
QUESTION 1
1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following
questions. Choose the correct answer and write the correct letter
(A – D) next to the question number (1.1.1 – 1.1.10) in the
ANSWER BOOK. NO marks will be
awarded if more than one letter appears for an answer.
1.1.1 A catabolic process where carbohydrates are broken
down and
energy is released.
A Mineralization
B
Photosynthesi
s
C
Anabolism
D Respiration
1.1.2
The leaf pigment responsible for the orange Colour in
plants is/are …
A
Carotenoid
s.
B Xantophylls
C
Carotene.
D Chlorophyll
1.1.3 The splitting of water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen
atoms in
the presenceof light.
A Photophosphorylati
on
B
Respiration
C
Photosynthesis
D Photolysis
1.1.4 The following methods can be used by farmers to
increase the rate ofphotosynthesis.
(i) Growing crops in green houses
(ii) Trellising plants
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(iii) Intercropping
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(iv) Using optimum plant density
A (i), (ii) and
(iii)
B (i), (iii) and
(iv)
C (i), (ii) and
(iv)
D (ii), (iii) and
(iv)
1.1.5 The letter H in the diagram below represents
the …
A Stamen.
B
Stigma.
C
Pistil.
D Androeciu
m
1.1.6
A scientific test conducted by some learners in a stream
revealed that there wasa very high level of fertilizer in
the water.
The situation could be described as …
A Eutrophication.
B Leaching.
C Ammonification.
D Immobilization
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1.1.7 A plant part modified for the transportation of water and
dissolved
minerals fromroots to the leaves of plants.
A Phloe
m
B
Stalk
C
Xylem
D Cuticle
1.1.8 An example of a micro-
element.
A
Molybdenu
m
B
Nitrogen
C
Potassium
D Sulphur
1.1.9 The ……. is a non-sexual part of
a flower.
A
Stame
n
B
Pistil
C
Calyx
D Stigma
1.1.10 A farmer buys a fertilizer with the inscription 3:2:1
(28) on it. This meansthe fertilizer contains...
A
28% N.
B
14% N.
C
50% N.
D 9,3%
N.
(10X2) (20
)
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1.2. Choose a concept from COLUMN B that matches a description in COLUMN
A. Write only the letter next to the question number (1.2.1 – 1.2.5) on
the ANSWER BOOK,
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.2.1. The movement of materials A. Calcitic lime
from leaves to other tissues
B. Parthenocarpy
throughout the plant.
C. Stigma
1.2.2. Contains a small percentage
of magnesium carbonate. D. Xylem
1.2.3. Plant tissue that transports
E. Dolomitic lime
water from the roots to the
F. Transpiration
other parts of the plant.
1.2.4. The production of fruit G. Translocation
without fertilisation of ovules.
H. Phloem
1.2.5.Receives pollens
during pollination.
(5x2) 10
1.3 Give the correct terminology for each of the following
definitions/description. Write the
answer next to the question number in your answer book.
1.3.1 The fusion of male gamete with female gamete to form a
zygote.
1.3.2 Application of fertilisers through irrigation water.
1.3.3 The upward pulling force exerted on the water column in plants
when
water is lostduring transpiration.
1.3.4
The process to determine suitability soil for
Agricultural purpose andnonagricultural purpose.
1.3.5 A substance applied to the soil to correct acidity.
(5x2) 10
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1.4 Change the underlined word(s) in each of the following statements to make
them TRUE. Write only the answer next to the question number in the
ANSWER BOOK.
1.4.1 The development of fruit without the stimulus is simulative
Parthenocarpy
1.4.2 The movement of water molecules from a region of higher
concentration
to lower concentration is diffusion.
1.4.3 Farm Yard Manure is a well-rotted organic residue often prepared
in
heaps.
1.4.4 Necrosis is the yellowing of plant leaves due to the non-
production of
chlorophyll in plants.
1.4.5 Micro-elements are plant nutrients required in large quantities.
(5x1) 5
TOTAL SECTION A 45
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SECTION B
QUESTION 2: PLANT NUTRITION
2.1 Two schematic representations of two chemical processes that take place in
plants are indicated as follows:
(a)
CO2 + H2O + energy sun → carbohydrates + O2
(b)
Carbohydrates + O2 → CO2 + H2O + chemical energy
2.1.1 Identify the processes (a) and (b) in QUESTION 2.1. (2)
Comment on the differences between the two chemical
2.1.2 processes under thefollowing:
(2)
a Energy
b Food (2)
List TWO storage organs in which excess starch, sugars, lipids
2.1.3 or protein (2)
are stored in plants.
(8)
2.2 The flow chart diagram below shows how water moves in plants.
A B
Soi Plan Atmosphere
l t
2.2.1. Identify the processes A and B. (2)
Name ONE force that can affect the upward movement of
2.2.2. water in (1)
plants.
Describe TWO ways in which plants reduce water movement in
2.2.3. direction (2)
B.
(5)
2.3 Two ion-uptake mechanisms have been indicated below. Match the
ion-uptake mechanisms to the statements in QUESTIONS 2.3.1, 2.3.2
and 2.3.3.
Passive ion uptake; Active ion uptake
Movement of molecules from an area of low concentration to
2.3.1. an area of (1)
high concentration
2.3.2. Requires energy and the use of carrier proteins to move (1)
nutrients
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2.3.3. Mineral nutrient ions cross cell membrane without requiring (1)
energy
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2.4 The picture below shows an example of a bag of inorganic
fertiliser.
2.4.1 Calculate the percentage of nitrogen in the bag of fertiliser. (3)
2.4.2 List TWO fertiliser application methods. (2)
2.5
Some Grade 11 learners tested the effect of different nutrient elements on
the formation of buds in a rose plant for six months. Their findings were
recorded ina table as follows:
Nutrient element Number of buds formed after three months
zinc 8
cobalt 5
nitrogen 20
boron 25
potassium 15
2.5.1 Draw their findings using a bar graph and give an appropriate
(5)
heading to the graph.
2.5.2 Tabulate the nutrient elements used for the trials into micro
(4)
and macro nutrients elements
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2.6 Farm manure is rich in fibre that improves the soil structure and its
water retention properties. It is a rich source of nitrogen to organic
farming. Notwithstanding its importance in farming, several factors
may affect the composition of farm manure. Where farmers identify
their soils to be acidic; they apply agricultural lime to
neutralise the soil acidity.
2.6.1 Identify ONE advantages of farm manure from the scenario (1)
above.
2.6.2 Predict TWO factors that could affect the composition of farm (2)
manure.
State any other TWO examples of organic fertilisers other than
2.6.3 the one (2)
on the passage above.
(35)
QUESTION 3: PLANT REPRODUCTION (SEXUAL)
3.1 The diagram below shows part of a flower.
Diagram 1 Diagram 2
B
A
Style
filament
C
3.1.1 Provide captions for diagrams 1 and 2 above. (2)
3.1.2 Describe the function of part C in diagram 2. (1)
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Identify flower parts B and D. (2)
Name the process during which pollen grains are transferred from part Of- (1)
diagram 1 to part B of diagram 2.
TWO examples of agents for the process described in QUESTION 3.1.4. (2)
Define the concept ‘double fertilization’ (2)
Give the letter of the parts that will turn into:
a fruit
b seed
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3.2
Process A Process B
production of fruit When fruit tree drops many young flowers and
without fertilisation of fruit to reduce the amount of fruit
ovules, resulting set
production of seedless fruit. the first ten days.
3.2.1 Identify the processes A and B described above. (2)
3.2.2 State the TWO types of process A. (2)
3.2.3 Give TWO climatic factors affecting process B
(2
)
(6
)
Resting period in which a seed failing to germinate even if conditions are
favourable is regarded as Seed Dormancy.
TWO conditions that are required for successful seed germination (2)
TOTAL:
GRAND TOTAL:
100
