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General Instructions:
1. The question paper comprises of two sections, A and B you are to attempt both the sections.
3. There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in all the three questions of five marks category. Only one option in
such question is to be attempted.
4. All questions to section A and all questions of section B are to be attempted separately.
5. Question numbers 1 to 3 in section A are mark questions. These are to be answered in one word or one sentence.
9. Question numbers 25 to 42 in section B are multiple choice questions based on practical skills. Each question is a one mark question. You
are choosing one most appropriate response out of the four provided to you.
10. An addition 15 minutes time has been allotted to read this question paper only.
Questions:
1]
[Marks:1]
Name one metal which has low melting point:
2]
[Marks:1]
Which part of brain is responsible for precision of voluntary actions?
3]
[Marks:1]
Why ventricles have thicker walls than auricles?
4]
[Marks:2]
What is commercial unit of energy?
5]
What is redox reaction? When magnesium ribbon burns in the air and forms a [Marks:2]
white ash, is magnesium oxidized or reduced?
6]
A milkman added a small amount of baking soda to fresh milk.
[Marks:2]
(a) Why does he shift the pH of fresh milk to slightly alkaline?
(b) Why does this milk take a longer time to set as a curd?
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7]
Name the two glands associated with the digestive system in humans. Name their [Marks:2]
secretion also.
8]
(a) What happens when Iron nails are kept into a Copper sulphate solution? Write
the balanced chemical equation for the reaction. [Marks:3]
9]
(a) What are ionic compounds? [Marks:3]
10]
Explain why:
11]
You are provided with three test tubes A, B, C which contain distilled water, Acidic
[Marks:3]
and basic solutions. If you are given blue litmus paper only, how will you identify
the nature of the solutions in three test tubes.
12]
A 500W electric iron used in a house for 2 hours per day. Calculate the cost to use [Marks:3]
it for 60 days at Rs 3.20 per kWh.
13]
Calculate the effective resistance between P and Q.
[Marks:3]
14] [Marks:3]
Give reasons for the following:
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15]
[Marks:3]
Write the functions of parts of hind brain.
16]
[Marks:3]
Draw a labeled diagram of a Neuron. Explain its Functions
17]
Name the hormone synthesized at the shoot tips. How does it help the plant to [Marks:3]
response to light?
18]
How will the magnetic field Produced in a current carrying a circular coil change if
we
19]
[Marks:3]
Write three limitations of harnessing three types of energy from Oceans.
20]
Draw a labelled diagram of Human Heart. Draw a table to show the functions of
any two chambers of Human Heart.
OR
(b) What are the raw materials used during photosynthesis. Write chemical
equation for photosynthesis.
21] [Marks:5]
(a) Write the chemical name and formula of washing soda. How is it prepared?
Write the chemical equation of the reaction.
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(b) Why does distilled water not conduct electricity, whereas rain water does?
OR
(a) Five solutions A, B, C, D and E when tested with universal indicator showed pH
as
(i) neutral?
(b) Equal lengths of magnesium ribbons are taken in test tubes A and B.
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is added to test tube A, while acetic acid (CH 3COOH) is
added to test tube B. In which test tube will the fizzing occur more vigorously and
why?
22]
A metal E is stored under kerosene. When a small piece of it is left open in the air,
it catches fire. When the product formed is dissolved in water, it turns red litmus
to blue:
(ii) Write the chemical equation for the reaction when it is exposed to air and when [Marks:5]
the product is dissolved in water. (iii) Explain the process by which the metal is
obtained from its molten chloride.
OR
What are alloys? How are they made? Name the constituents and uses of brass,
bronze and solder.
23] [Marks:5]
What is a solenoid? Draw the patterns of magnetic field lines of a solenoid through
which a steady current flows? What does the pattern of field lines inside the
solenoid indicate? Write a use of it.
OR
(b) What is the function of an earth wire? Why is it necessary to earth metallic
appliances?
24]
(a)A coil of insulated wire is connected to a galvanometer. What would be seen if a
bar magnet with its south pole towards one Face of the coil is:
(b) What are renewable sources of energy? Give two examples and one use of
each.
OR
(b)On what factors do the resistance of a conductor depend and how? Write SI unit
of resistance.
25]
The graph between current (I) and potential difference (V) in the experimental [Marks:1]
verification of Ohm's Law drawn by four students. Which one is correct?
A.
B.
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C.
D.
26]
While performing the experiment on studying the dependence of current (I) on the
potential difference (v) across a resistor four students I, II, III, and IV set up the
circuit as shown:
[Marks:1]
27] [Marks:1]
For the circuits shown in figures I and II, the ammeter readings would be
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A.
0A in Circuit I and 1A in Circuit II
B.
0A in both Circuits
C. 1A in both Circuits
D.
1A in Circuit I and 0A in Circuit II
28]
Three resistors each having same resistance are connected in parallel. Their
[Marks:1]
equivalent resistance is 1 . If they are connected in series, their equivalent
resistance will be:
A.
3
B.
1
C.
6
D. 9
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The resistors R1 and R2 are connected in
[Marks:1]
A.
Parallel in both circuits
B.
Series in both circuits
C.
Series in circuit I and in parallel in
circuit II
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Identify A and B in the following figure :
[Marks:1]
A.
A=Gas chamber,B=Mixture
B.
B =Gas chamber, A =Mixture
C. None of the above
D.
A=Digestor,B=Gas outlet
31]
Which of the following stain is used to see the stomata during temporary mount of [Marks:1]
leaf peel?
A.
Methylene blue
B.
Cotton blue
C. None of these
D.
Safrainin
32]
[Marks:1]
To remove chlorophyll, the leaf is boiled into:
A.
Water
B.
Iodine solution
C. None of these
D.
Alcohol
33]
In an experiment to show that sun light is necessary for photosynthesis. The leaf is [Marks:1]
boiled in alcohol for a few minutes using a water bath. It is essential because:
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A.
Alcohol is highly volatile
34]
[Marks:1]
To show that CO2 is released during respiration we take
A.
Dry Seeds
B.
Boiled seeds
C. Wet seeds
D.
Germinating seeds
35]
The function of KOH in the experimental set up to show that CO2 is released during
respiration is:
[Marks:1]
A.
To enhance respiration
B.
To release Oxygen for respiration
36] [Marks:1]
In an experiment on photosynthesis we cover a portion of leaf 'A', of a de-starched
potted plant with a red coloured strip, a portion of another leaf B with black and a
portion of leaf C with a green strip and then keep the plant in sunlight so that
photosynthesis may place.
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After four hours on performing starch test the result showed no starch formation in
the
A.
Covered portion of leaf A
B.
Covered portion of leaf B
C.
Covered portion of leaf C
D. Covered portion of any of the above
37]
The pH value of a solution is in the range of 6 to 8. What is the colour developed [Marks:1]
when a student adds 3 drops of universal indicator in the solution?
A.
Red
B.
Blue
C. Orange
D.
Green
38]
The pH values of distilled water, fruit juice and sodium bicarbonate were measured [Marks:1]
using pH papers. What is the correct decreasing order of pH values
39]
Four students studied reactions of zinc and sodium Carbonate with dilute
hydrochloric acid and dilute sodium hydroxide solutions and presented their results
as follows. The '' represents evolution of gas whereas 'X' represents absence of
any reaction,
[Marks:1]
B.
C
C. D
D.
A
40]
If Iron Nails are kept in CuSO4 solution for two hours, the colour of the solution will [Marks:1]
change in to
A.
Pink
B.
Red
C. Yellow
D.
Light green
41]
When a drop of an unknown solution X is placed on a strip of pH paper, a deep [Marks:1]
blue colour is produced. This sample should be which one of the following?
A.
Lemon juice
B. Water
C.
HCl
D.
NaOH
42]
Which of the statements about the reaction below are incorrect?
General Instructions:
1. The question paper comprises of two sections, A and B you are to attempt both the sections.
3. There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in all the three questions of five marks category. Only one option in
such question is to be attempted.
4. All questions to section A and all questions of section B are to be attempted separately.
5. Question numbers 1 to 3 in section A are mark questions. These are to be answered in one word or one sentence.
9. Question numbers 25 to 42 in section B are multiple choice questions based on practical skills. Each question is a one mark question. You
are choosing one most appropriate response out of the four provided to you.
10. An addition 15 minutes time has been allotted to read this question paper only.
Solutions:
1]
Gallium or Cesium (any one).
2]
Cerebellum
3]
Since ventricles have to pump blood into various organs, therefore, they have thicker
muscular walls than the auricles.
4]
Commercial unit of energy is Kilowatt hour or KWh.
5]
Chemical reaction in which one reactant gets oxidized while the other gets reduced is
called a redox reaction.
6]
(i) Fresh milk is acidic and gets spoiled easily. In presence of baking soda, milk becomes
alkaline and can be stored for a longer time.
(ii) When milk sets to curd, pH decreases. The alkali does not allow it to become more
acidic easily. So it takes more time.
7]
Name of gland Secretion
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Liver Bile
(any two)
8]
(a) When Iron nails are kept into a copper sulphate solution, Iron displaces copper
from CuSO4 solution and blue colour of CuSO4 solution becomes light green.
(b)
9]
(a) Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons from metal to non metal.
(b)
10
]
(a) Respiration is an exothermic process since energy is released during the
process.
(b) Energy in the form of heat, light or electricity is required for decomposition Reactions
hence these are endothermic.
(c)
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The solution becomes colourless because of copper sulphate formed which is colourless.
11
]
(i) Test the three solutions with blue litmus paper, the one solution will change blue
litmus into red it is Acidic solution
(ii) Test the remaining two solution with the red litmus (Changed in activity (i)) one
solution will change it again to blue It is basic solution. (iii) Remaining third solutions is
distilled water
12
]
13
]
In series (i) R1 = 5+5 =10
(ii) R2 = 6+4 = 10
In pararell
(i)
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]
(i) Glottis gets covered by a small cartilaginous flap of skin called epiglottis which
prevents the entry of food particles into wind pipe while swallowing.
(ii) The lung alveoli are richly supplied with blood capillaries for the exchange of gases.
From the thin walls of alveoli, oxygen diffuses into blood and is supplied to the tissues
while carbon dioxide is absorbed by blood from the tissues and is carried to the alveoli of
lungs for exhalation.
(iii) The walls of trachea is supported by C shaped cartilage rings which does allow the
trachea to collapse in the presence of less air in it.
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15
]
Hind brain has three parts:
(i) Cerebellum: It is the regulating centre for swallowing, coughing, sneezing and
vomiting and helps to maintain the balance of the body and coordinate the muscular
activities.
16
]
(a) Diagram of Neuron:
Functions of Neuron:
17
]
(a) Auxin.
When light is coming from one side of the plant auxin diffuses towards shady sides.
This concentration stimulates the cells to grow longer on the side of the shoot which is
away from the light and shoot bends.
18
]
(i) Magnetic field will increase
19
]
(i) Wave energy be a viable proposition only when waves are very strong.
[1x3=3]
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(ii) A tidal power station at the mouth of a river blocks the flow of polluted water into the
sea. It creates health and pollution hazards.
20
]
(a)
OR
(b) Transpiration
21
]
(a) The chemical name of washing soda is Sodium carbonate Decahydrate.
(b) Distilled water is a pure form of water and is devoid of any ionic species. Therefore, it
does not conduct electricity. Rain water, being an impure form of water, contains many
ionic species such as acids and therefore it conducts electricity.
OR
(a)
(i) Neutral- Solution D with pH 7 (ii) Strongly alkaline- Solution C with pH 11 (iii) Strongly
acidic- Solution B with pH 1 (iv) Weakly acidic- Solution A with pH 4 (v) Weakly alkaline-
Solution E with pH 9
The pH can be arranged in the increasing order of the concentration of hydrogen ions as:
11 < 9 < 7 < 4 < 1
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(b) The fizzing will occur strongly in test tube A, in which hydrochloric acid (HCl) is
added.
This is because HCl is a stronger acid than CH3COOH and therefore produces hydrogen
gas at a faster speed due to which fizzing occurs.
22
]
(i) Metal sodium
(ii)
OR
Definition: Homogeneous mixture of two or more metals or a metal and a non metal is
called an alloy.
(ii) By dissolving the other elements in a definite proportion and cooled to room
temperature.
23
]
A coil of many circular turns of insulated copper wire wrapped closely in the shape of a
cylinder.
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OR
(a)
(b)
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(a)
(b) An energy source that can be replenished in a short period of time and state one use
each.
Eg. Solar Energy, Wind energy, Ocean energy etc. Any use.
OR
These are used since these are inactive or inert gases to prolong life of the filament.
(b)
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]
26
]
II
27
]
1A in Circuit I and 0A in Circuit II
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]
9
29
]
Parallel in circuit I and in series in circuit II
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A=Digestor,B=Gas outlet
31
]
Safrainin
32
]
Alcohol
33 Alcohol is inflammable
]
34
]
Germinating seeds
35
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To absorb CO2 released by germinating seeds
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Covered portion of any of the above
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Green
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Sodium bicarbonate > Water > Fruit juice
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A
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Light green
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NaOH
42
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(i) and (ii)