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This page has every Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 paper we have, from 2016 to 2026: 38 question papers and 31 memos in 118 PDFs. The papers were set by Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State and the national DBE. Files are in English and Afrikaans. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover. Below the papers there are 5 files of Term 2 study material.

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2026June, May/June1019
2025June, May/June520
2024June, May/June39
2023June, May/June312
2022June, May/June515
2021May/June, April39
2020June11
2019May/June28
2018May/June28
2017May/June26
2016May/June26
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Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2026 question papers and memos

June 2026

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2026 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2026 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Responding to the environment (humans)1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. 50 marks
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 The diagram below represents a karyotype of a child with Patau syndrome. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Read the extract below. 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You may use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

June 2026 (Mpumalanga)

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2026 (Mpumalanga) question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2026 (Mpumalanga) question paper

June 2026 Paper 1 (Free State)

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2026 Paper 1 (Free State) question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2026 Paper 1 (Free State) question paper

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

June 2026 Paper 2 (Free State)

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2026 Paper 2 (Free State) question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2026 Paper 2 (Free State) question paper

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

May/June 2026 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2026 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2026 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Human endocrine system and homeostasis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Responding to the environment (humans)2.1 The diagram below represents the male reproductive system. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 The table below shows the occurrence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in men and 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/May/June 2026 SC/NSC Confidential
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Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2025 question papers and memos

June 2025 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2025 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2025 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 3 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 Scientists used DNA profiling to compare blood found at a crime scene with 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 The diagram shows a human foetus developing in the uterus. 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You may use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

May/June 2025 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 3 questions

Some files on this card: WCED ePortal, shared unchanged under CC BY-NC-ND.

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Human reproduction1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Human reproduction2.1 The diagram below shows the male reproductive system. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 The diagram below represents part of a reflex arc. 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. 2025 Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/May/June 2025 SC/NSC Confidential

May/June 2025 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 14 pages · 3 questions

Some files on this card: WCED ePortal, shared unchanged under CC BY-NC-ND.

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Genetics and inheritance1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions .
  2. Q2 Meiosis2.1 Diagrams 1 and 2 below show two cellsof the same organismin di fferent 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Cloning is a procduressing which an identical copy of an organism i s 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a noprn-ogrammable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.2025 Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/May/June 2025 SC/NSC Confidential

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2024 question papers and memos

June 2024 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2024 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2024 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 3 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Responding to the environment (humans)1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 Below is a sketch of the structure of DNA done by Francis Crick. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Menkes syndrome is caused by a sex-linked disease. It is caused by a mutation 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. ALL drawings MUST be done in pencil and labelled in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts ONLY when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. All calculations to be rounded off to TWO decimal spaces.
  12. Write neatly and legibly.

May/June 2024 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 18 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Reproduction in vertebrates
  2. Q2 Human reproduction 50 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Beantwoord AL die vrae.
  2. Skryf AL die antwoorde in die ANTWOORDEBOEK.
  3. Begin die antwoorde op ELKE vraag boaan 'n NUWE bladsy.
  4. Nommer die antwoorde korrek volgens die nommeringstelsel wat in hierdie vraestel gebruik is.
  5. Bied jou antwoorde volgens die instruksies van elke vraag aan.
  6. Maak ALLE sketse met potlood en skryf die byskrifte met blou of swart ink.
  7. Teken diagramme, tabelle of vloeidiagramme slegs wanneer dit gevra word.
  8. Die diagramme in hierdie vraestel is NIE noodwendig volgens skaal geteken NIE.
  9. MOENIE grafiekpapier gebruik NIE.
  10. Jy moet 'n nieprogrammeerbare sakrekenaar, gradeboog en passer gebruik, waar nodig.
  11. Skryf netjies en leesbaar. Lewenswetenskappe/V1 3 DBE/Mei/Junie 2024 SS/NSS Vertroulik

May/June 2024 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Meiosis2.1 The diagram below represents a stage during the synthesis of a certain 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 In a certain country, 25 000 individuals were suffering from haemophilia 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC Confidential
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Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2023 question papers and memos

June 2023

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2023 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2023 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 18 pages · 3 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are given as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 The diagram below represents part of a DNA molecule. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 The diagram shows sperm cells, viewed using a microscope, from two different 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in your ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You may use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

May/June 2023 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 15 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Responding to the environment (humans)1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Human reproduction2.1 The diagram below represents the female reproductive system. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 The graph below shows the concentration of abscisic acid in a cherry tree 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/2023 SC/NSC

May/June 2023 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 14 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 The diagram below represents a process that occurs during protein synthesis. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Learners conducted an investigation to determine which blood group was the 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/2023 SC/NSC

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2022 question papers and memos

June 2022

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2022 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2022 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 16 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Genetics and inheritance1.1 Various options are given as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 The diagram below represents one strand of a DNA molecule. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 The diagram below represents a phase during meiosis. 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in your ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You may use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

June 2022 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2022 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2022 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

June 2022 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2022 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2022 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

15 pages

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

May/June 2022 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 15 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Responding to the environment (humans)1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Human endocrine system and homeostasis2.1 The diagram below shows part of the human brain. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Describe the role of auxins in phototropism when a plant is exposed to 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/2022 SC/NSC

May/June 2022 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 15 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. 50 marks
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 The diagram below represents one cell in a phase of meiosis. 50 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Diagrams A and B show the ventral (bottom) view of the skulls of two 50 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/2022 SC/NSC

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2021 question papers and memos

May/June 2021 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Responding to the environment (humans)1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Meiosis2.1 The diagram below shows a phase during meiosis in an animal cell. 40 marks
  3. Q3 Human impact on the environment3.1 The diagram below represents a type of visual defect. 40 marks
  4. Q4 Describe the events that lead to pregnancy from the time a zygote is formed, up to the

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/2021 SC/NSC

May/June 2021 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 14 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 Haemoglobin is a protein found in blood that carries oxygen to all the cells of 40 marks
  3. Q3 Evolution3.1 There are anatomical differences between African apes and humans. There 40 marks
  4. Q4 Modern spider monkeys live high up in trees. They have very long tails which they use

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/2021 SC/NSC

April 2021

Life Sciences Grade 12 April 2021 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 April 2021 question paper

15 pages · 3 questions

What is in this paper (3 questions)
  1. Q1 DNA and protein synthesis1.2 1.2.1 Template
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1.2 Brings required amino acids to the ribosomes to form the required 20 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 3.1.1 High amounts of progesterone (1) 20 marks

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2020 question papers and memos

June 2020

Life Sciences Grade 12 June 2020 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 June 2020 question paper

150 marks · 15 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Reproduction in vertebrates1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Responding to the environment (humans)2.1 The diagram below shows protein synthesis. 40 marks
  3. Q3 Genetics and inheritance3.1 Read the extract and study the diagram below. 40 marks
  4. Q4 Describe how meiosis leads to genetic variation and describe the role of meiosis in 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Make ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences NSC KZN June Examination 2020 3

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2019 question papers and memos

May/June 2019 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 18 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Reproduction in vertebrates1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Responding to the environment (humans)2.1 The diagram below represents a phase of meiosis. 40 marks
  3. Q3 Human reproduction3.1 The diagram below represents some parts of the male reproductive system. 40 marks
  4. Q4 Both the nervous and the endocrine systems are involved when a person is in a

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/2019 SC/NSC

May/June 2019 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 16 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Genetics and inheritance1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Meiosis2.1 The diagram below represents a portion of a DNA molecule. 40 marks
  3. Q3 DNA and protein synthesis3.1 A group of students observed that the mating calls of a population of frogs at 40 marks
  4. Q4 Describe natural selection and punctuated equilibrium. Also state THREE ways in

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/2019 SC/NSC

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2018 question papers and memos

May/June 2018 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2018 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2018 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 16 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Meiosis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions .
  2. Q2 Responding to the environment (humans)2.1 The graph below shows the concentration of progesterone in a wom's an 40 marks
  3. Q3 Human impact on the environment3.1 The table below gives information about the sources of marine pollution. 40 marks
  4. Q4 Protection, nourishment and gaseous exchange are important requirements for t he

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a noprogn-rammable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P1 3 DBE/2018 SCE

May/June 2018 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2018 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2018 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 16 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 DNA and protein synthesis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions .
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 When a thief broke into a car h ecut his arm on the broken glass. Scientists 40 marks
  3. Q3 Evolution3.1 Read the extract below. 40 marks
  4. Q4 There was variation in neck length in a population of Galapagos tortoises. The original

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a n-onprogrammable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Life Sciences/P2 3 DBE/2018 SCE

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2017 question papers and memos

May/June 2017 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2017 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2017 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 16 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Human endocrine system and homeostasis1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Responding to the environment (humans)2.1 Study the diagram of one-day-old hatchlings A and B below. The diagram is 40 marks
  3. Q3 Human reproduction3.1 A scientific investigation was conducted with 20 cyclists to determine whether
  4. Q4 A man was accidentally locked in a cool room in which the temperature was 8 C.

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, tables or flow charts only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a noprogn-rammable calculator, protractor and a compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

May/June 2017 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2017 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2017 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 16 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Evolution1.1 Verskeie opsies word as moontlike antwoorde op die volgende vrae gegee.
  2. Q2 DNA and protein synthesis2.1 Die diagram hieronder verteenwoordig'n enkelstring-nukleïensuur wat in die 40 marks
  3. Q3 Meiosis3.1 Die diagram hieronder tdioon e rangskikking van twee pare ho m oloë 40 marks
  4. Q4 Onderskei tussen 'n bevolking en 'n spesie, beskryf spesiasie deur geografiese isolasie

Instructions to candidates

  1. Beantwoord AL die vrae.
  2. Skryf AL die antwoorde in die ANTWOORDEBOEK.
  3. Begin die antwoorde op ELKE vraag boaan 'n NUWE bladsy.
  4. Nommer die antwoorde korrek volgens die nommeringstelsel wat in hierdie vraestel gebruik is.
  5. Bied jou antwoorde volgens die instruksies by elke vraag aan.
  6. Maak ALLE sketse met potlood en die byskrifte met blou of swart ink.
  7. Teken diagramme, tabelle of vloeidiagramme slegs wanneer dit gevra word.
  8. Die diagramme in hierdie vraestel is NIE noodwendig volgens skaal geteken NIE.
  9. MOENIE grafiekpapier gebruik NIE.
  10. Jy moet 'n nieprogrammeerbare sakrekenaar, gradeboog en passer gebruik, waar nodig.
  11. Skryf netjies en leesbaar.

Life Sciences Grade 12 Term 2 2016 question papers and memos

May/June 2016 Paper 1

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2016 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2016 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 17 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Responding to the environment (humans)1.1 Various options are given as possible answers to the following ques ti ons.
  2. Q2 Responding to the environment (humans)2.1 The diagram below represents a sperm cell. 40 marks
  3. Q3 Human impact on the environment3.1 The table below shows the change in the concentration of carbon dioxide 40 marks
  4. Q4 Describe how genetic variation is brought about in gametes through cell division and

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. ALL drawings must be done in pencil and labelled in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, flow charts or tables only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a nporon-grammable calculator, protractor and compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

May/June 2016 Paper 2

Life Sciences Grade 12 May/June 2016 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
Life Sciences (Biology) Grade 12 May/June 2016 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 2 h 30 min · 15 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Genetics and inheritance1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
  2. Q2 Evolution2.1 In rabbits, black fur is produced by the alBlel) and we ( hite fur by t he 40 marks
  3. Q3 Genetics and inheritance3.1 In rice plants the allele for high yielHd () is dominant over the allele for low 40 marks
  4. Q4 Describe the location, structure and functions of the DNA molecule and the process

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start the answer to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
  6. ALL drawings must be done in pencil and labelled in blue or black ink.
  7. Draw diagrams, flow charts or tables only when asked to do so.
  8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
  9. Do NOT use graph paper.
  10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and compass, where necessary.
  11. Write neatly and legibly.

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