Cambridge IGCSE Biology (0610) Mark Scheme Decoder

Select a question type below to see exactly what earns and loses marks, then use the Practice tab to write and self-mark your own answers.

Cambridge IGCSEBiology0610

Mark Scheme Decoder

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What the examiner actually wants

1 mark

One correct biological fact, term, or definition. No explanation needed — adding one doesn't earn extra but losing the key term loses the mark.

Mark point checklist

1Correct biological term or fact stated
2Units included where required (e.g. μm, g/dm³)

✅ Earns marks

  • →The [process/structure] is…
  • →Osmosis is the movement of water…
  • →[Enzyme name] catalyses…

❌ Loses marks

  • ✗Vague words: 'stuff', 'things', 'it'
  • ✗Wrong units or missing units when required
  • ✗Restating the question

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