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Date May 2019 Marks available 1 Reference code 19M.1.SL.tz0.5
Level Standard Level Paper Paper 1 Time zone time zone 0
Command term Question number 5 Adapted from N/A

Question

Which component of blood is greatest by volume?

A.  Electrolytes

B.  Plasma

C.  Erythrocytes

D.  Leucocytes

Markscheme

B

Examiners report

Mid-difficulty question with a low discrimination index. Answer C provided the greatest distraction.

Syllabus sections

Topic 2: Exercise physiology » 2.2. Structure and function of the cardiovascular system » 2.2.1. State the composition of blood.
Topic 2: Exercise physiology » 2.2. Structure and function of the cardiovascular system
Topic 2: Exercise physiology

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