| Date | May 2009 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 09M.1.HL.TZ1.38 |
| Level | Higher level | Paper | Paper 1 | Time zone | Time zone 1 |
| Command term | Question number | 38 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Which processes are required for the reabsorption of glucose in the kidney tubules?
I. Simple diffusion
II. Facilitated diffusion
III. Active transport
A. I and II only
B. II and III only
C. I and III only
D. I, II and III
Markscheme
B
Examiners report
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