{"id":8989,"date":"2025-01-10T08:19:02","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T08:19:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/?p=8989"},"modified":"2024-11-24T07:19:49","modified_gmt":"2024-11-24T07:19:49","slug":"biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/","title":{"rendered":"A Closer Look on Biology Paper 2 Revision (Edexcel)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#Edexcel_GCSE_Biology_Revision_Guidelines\" title=\"Edexcel GCSE Biology Revision Guidelines\">Edexcel GCSE Biology Revision Guidelines<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#1_Start_With_a_Comprehensive_and_Personalised_Plan\" title=\"1. Start With a Comprehensive and Personalised Plan\">1. Start With a Comprehensive and Personalised Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#2_Personalise_Your_Revision_Plan\" title=\"2. Personalise Your Revision Plan\">2. Personalise Your Revision Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#3_Employ_Appropriate_Revision_Techniques_and_Strategies\" title=\"3. Employ Appropriate Revision Techniques and Strategies\">3. Employ Appropriate Revision Techniques and Strategies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#4_Get_Help_From_a_Tutor\" title=\"4. Get Help From a Tutor\">4. Get Help From a Tutor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#5_Practise_Past_Papers\" title=\"5. Practise Past Papers\">5. Practise Past Papers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#6_Use_Multiple_Resources_to_Revise_for_GCSE_Biology_Paper_2\" title=\"6. Use Multiple Resources to Revise for GCSE Biology Paper 2\">6. Use Multiple Resources to Revise for GCSE Biology Paper 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#7_Mind_Your_Well-Being\" title=\"7. Mind Your Well-Being\">7. Mind Your Well-Being<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#Key_Concepts_in_GCSE_Biology_Paper_2\" title=\"Key Concepts in GCSE Biology Paper 2\">Key Concepts in GCSE Biology Paper 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#Edexcel_GCSE_Biology_Paper_2_Exam_Format\" title=\"Edexcel GCSE Biology Paper 2 Exam Format\">Edexcel GCSE Biology Paper 2 Exam Format<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/biology-paper-2-edexcel-gcse-revision\/#FAQs_-_Biology_Paper_2_Revision\" title=\"FAQs - Biology Paper 2 Revision\">FAQs - Biology Paper 2 Revision<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to statistics, biology is among the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thinkstudent.co.uk\/the-10-hardest-gcse-subjects-ranked\/\"> <b>ten hardest GCSE subjects<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The good news is that it&#8217;s at the bottom of the list, and with a good revision plan and discipline, getting a high grade is achievable. With these 7 revision tips, you can excel in the GCSE biology exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edexcel_GCSE_Biology_Revision_Guidelines\"><\/span><b>Edexcel GCSE Biology Revision Guidelines<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start planning, <\/span><b>estimate how much time you can spend<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on revisions to Biology Paper 2. You should decide on the time by considering your <\/span><b>educational targets<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you aim to study biology for higher education, you should spend more time revising for GCSE biology.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8990\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8990\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8990\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Edexcel-GCSE-Biology-Revision-Guidelines-info.jpg\" alt=\"An infographic showing 7 things to do when revising for GCSE biology exam \" width=\"760\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Edexcel-GCSE-Biology-Revision-Guidelines-info.jpg 760w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Edexcel-GCSE-Biology-Revision-Guidelines-info-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Edexcel-GCSE-Biology-Revision-Guidelines-info-150x92.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Edexcel-GCSE-Biology-Revision-Guidelines-info-450x275.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8990\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Edexcel-GCSE-Biology-Revision-Guidelines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Start_With_a_Comprehensive_and_Personalised_Plan\"><\/span><b>1. Start With a Comprehensive and Personalised Plan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a complete<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1TiJx4wwy6nad_JXrcoXL8ugJGCu_QjAZ\/view?usp=sharing\"> <b>checklist of topics in GCSE biology paper 2<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You should cover all these topics in your revision schedule. You should be able to do this in <\/span><b>120 hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. So, you should not leave the revision to the last weeks leading up to the exam. Ideally, you should start revising for GCSE biology<\/span><b> 6 months<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before the exam season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should <\/span><b>set daily, weekly, and monthly revision goals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make your plan more manageable and productive. You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-revision-timetable-template\/\"><b>download free revision timetables<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to organise your revision plan and check your progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Personalise_Your_Revision_Plan\"><\/span><b>2. Personalise Your Revision Plan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no fixed rules regarding biology revision. <\/span><b>Do whatever it is that helps you learn best<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You should focus on the following factors when personalising your plan:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the above checklist, highlight the topics that are challenging for you and <\/span><b>allocate more time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to these topics in your plan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose your study materials and resources based on your<\/span><b> learning style<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you a morning person or a night owl? <\/span><b>Dedicate the time of the day when you&#8217;re at your peak to studying more complicated topics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you learn better at home or in a library? Choose the place where you can concentrate better. <\/span><b>Be consistent!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don&#8217;t switch places often.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Employ_Appropriate_Revision_Techniques_and_Strategies\"><\/span><b>3. Employ Appropriate Revision Techniques and Strategies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to study GCSE revision books for biology, highlight or underline key information and annotate in the margins. If you want to watch biology revision videos, take notes. The point is to <\/span><b>play an active role in the revision plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can find<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cAJ97CEaWHQ\"> <b>7 revision strategies<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in this short video and decide which one works best for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Get_Help_From_a_Tutor\"><\/span><b>4. Get Help From a Tutor<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tutors can <\/span><b>accelerate the pace of your revision plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They can simplify complex concepts using methods that best match your cognitive style. They can be the perfect company in your revision journey and bring out the best in you by making biology as <\/span><b>engaging <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as it can be and by keeping you <\/span><b>motivated<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ostado&#8217;s<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/en\/tutor-list\/online\/secondary\/gcse\"> <b>GCSE tutors<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have extensive experience in GCSE qualifications, and thanks to years of experience, they can teach you <\/span><b>exam techniques and strategies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to improve your grades. Book the first session for free now and check the quality of our tutoring service.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Practise_Past_Papers\"><\/span><b>5. Practise Past Papers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Past papers can familiarise you with the <\/span><b>exam format<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>mark schemes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the respective exam board.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best time to practise past papers is when you have proceeded with two-thirds of your revision plan. So, given that you have a six-month plan to revise for the GCSEs, you should start practising past papers in the fourth month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, it&#8217;s quite helpful to review some exam papers at the beginning of your plan to have a better understanding of what and how to revise. In other words, practising past papers at the beginning of your plan helps you weigh and prioritise the topics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/revisionscience.com\/gcse-revision\/biology\/biology-gcse-past-papers\/edexcel-biology-past-papers\"> <b>download Edexcel GCSE biology past papers<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Use_Multiple_Resources_to_Revise_for_GCSE_Biology_Paper_2\"><\/span><b>6. Use Multiple Resources to Revise for GCSE Biology Paper 2<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should choose your study materials and resources based on how you learn best. However, it maximises the efficacy of your revision if you try to use multiple resources for biology paper 2. It also makes your knowledge base stronger and ultimately improves your grades.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savemyexams.com\/gcse\/biology\/edexcel\/18\/\"><b>All-in-one GCSE biology Revision Material<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (contains videos, slides, notes, flashcards, and past papers).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FXaYwhyAiXk\"><b>ALL OF EDEXCEL GCSE 9-1 BIOLOGY (2024) &#8211; Paper 2<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(YouTube)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PL7O6CcKg0HaGnNOCytLRljkEj76m0bta9\"><b>Edexcel Biology Paper 2 | Revision Playlist for Combined and Triple Science<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(YouTube)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0hy2142rv25a38EpdbZzLE\"><b>Revise &#8211; GCSE Biology Revision<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Topic-based podcasts)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Mind_Your_Well-Being\"><\/span><b>7. Mind Your Well-Being<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need a healthy mind and body if you are after good grades in the GCSE exam season. Therefore, you should maintain a healthy lifestyle by regulating your sleep and eating nutritious food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to balance your study plan with your personal life. By dedicating enough time to studying and to recreation, you can avoid stress or at least control it. Click on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/educationhub.blog.gov.uk\/2024\/05\/21\/5-top-tips-on-how-to-keep-calm-during-exam-season\/\"> <b>5 top tips on how to keep calm during exam season<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read more:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/combined-science-biology-paper-2-revision\/\"> <b>Combined Science Biology Paper 2 Revision: A Comprehensive Guide<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find more detailed guidelines on how to revise for GCSE biology in this article.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Concepts_in_GCSE_Biology_Paper_2\"><\/span><b>Key Concepts in GCSE Biology Paper 2<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Key Concepts in Biology&#8221; is a common topic between paper 1 and paper 2. However, each one covers different biological systems and processes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concepts covered in paper 2 are relatively <\/span><b>more complex<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than paper 1. The questions in paper 2 are about practical skills and experiments, especially the ones that are related to plant biology and ecosystems. Below, you can see key concepts in biology.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Key Concepts in Biology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Cell Structure, Enzymes, Transport Mechanisms, Genetic Modification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Plant Structures and Their Functions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Photosynthesis, Transport Systems in Plant Structures, Plant Response.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Animal Coordination and Control<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Nervous system, Endocrine system, Homeostasis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exchange and Transport in Animals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Respiratory System, Circulatory System, Digestive System<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ecosystems and Material Cycles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ecosystem Dynamics, Nutrient Cycle, Human Impact on Ecosystems, Ecology<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edexcel_GCSE_Biology_Paper_2_Exam_Format\"><\/span><b>Edexcel GCSE Biology Paper 2 Exam Format<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Edexcel GCSE biology exam is taken in two tiers. The Foundation Tier consists of <\/span><b>70 marks,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and test takers have <\/span><b>1 hour and 10 minutes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to answer the questions. The Higher Tier has a total of <\/span><b>100 marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and students have <\/span><b>1 hour and 45<\/b> <b>minutes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to answer the questions. The grading scale for the Foundation Tier is <\/span><b>1 to 5<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and in the Higher Tier, it is <\/span><b>4 to 9<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning that a grade lower than 4 is a fail.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you only aim for a pass in GCSE biology, and your plans for higher education and career choices don&#8217;t depend on this GCSE, you can take the Foundation Tier. On the other hand, if a good grade in biology is crucial to your future educational or career choices, you should take the Higher Tier GCSE biology.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Both Tiers cover all GCSE biology topics but at different depths<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Also, there are various question types (multiple choice, short-, and extended-answer questions).<\/span><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><section id='' class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle open-first groupSettings-247__enabled ' data-collection='' data-pagination='0' data-search='0' data-pagination-enabled='0'><h3 class=\"collection-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_-_Biology_Paper_2_Revision\"><\/span>FAQs - Biology Paper 2 Revision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-8992\" data-item=\"hfaq-post-8992\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What should I revise for biology paper 2?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The topics you must revise for GCSE biology paper 2 include key concepts, plant structures and their functions, animal coordination, control, and homeostasis, exchange and transport in animals, and ecosystems and material cycles.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-8993\" data-item=\"hfaq-post-8993\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How long is Edexcel Biology paper 2?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you're taking Hier Tier, you have 1 hour and 45 minutes to answer all questions, and if you're taking Foundation Tier, you have 70 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-8994\" data-item=\"hfaq-post-8994\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What grade is a pass in GCSE biology?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You must acquire at least a grade 4 in GCSE biology to pass the exam. 9 is the highest GCSE grade, and grades below 4 are failing grades.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-8995\" data-item=\"hfaq-post-8995\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How many marks is biology GCSE out of?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Foundation Tier consists of 70 marks, and the Higher Tier consists of 100 marks.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to statistics, biology is among the ten hardest GCSE subjects. 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