Class 9 Science Question Paper
Maximum Marks: 80
Time: 3 hours
General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. Marks for each question are indicated against it.
3. Draw diagrams wherever necessary.
4. Answer the questions in the given word limits.
Matter in Our Surroundings (10 Marks)
Q1. Define matter and state its characteristics. (2 Marks)
Q2. Differentiate between solids, liquids, and gases on the basis of shape and compressibility. (3
Marks)
Q3. Explain the effect of temperature and pressure on states of matter with examples. (5 Marks)
Is Matter Around Us Pure (11 Marks)
Q4. What is the difference between a mixture and a compound? Give one example of each. (3
Marks)
Q5. Explain the method of separating salt from water using the process of evaporation and
distillation. (3 Marks)
Q6. Define solution, suspension, and colloid with one example each. (5 Marks)
Atoms & Molecules (6 Marks)
Q7. State the law of constant proportions with one example. (2 Marks)
Q8. Calculate the molecular mass of H2SO4. (2 Marks)
Q9. Write the chemical formula of the following compounds: (a) Ammonium chloride (b) Calcium
hydroxide. (2 Marks)
The Fundamental Unit of Life (15 Marks)
Q10. Draw a labelled diagram of an animal cell. (5 Marks)
Q11. Explain the functions of nucleus and mitochondria. (5 Marks)
Q12. Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. (5 Marks)
Tissues (Upto Plant Tissues) (11 Marks)
Q13. Name and explain the different types of simple permanent tissues in plants. (5 Marks)
Q14. Differentiate between xylem and phloem tissues. (3 Marks)
Q15. What are meristematic tissues? Explain their types with examples. (3 Marks)
Motion (7 Marks)
Q16. Define distance and displacement with suitable examples. (2 Marks)
Q17. A car moves with a uniform speed of 60 km/h for 30 minutes. Find the distance travelled by it.
(2 Marks)
Q18. Derive the relation v = u + at. (3 Marks)
Force & Laws of Motion (10 Marks)
Q19. State Newton’s first law of motion with one example. (2 Marks)
Q20. An object of mass 10 kg is moving with a velocity of 5 m/s. Calculate its momentum. (2 Marks)
Q21. State and explain Newton’s third law of motion with one example. (3 Marks)
Q22. A force of 20 N is applied on a body of mass 2 kg. Calculate the acceleration produced. (3
Marks)
Gravitation (Till Mass & Weight) (10 Marks)
Q23. Differentiate between mass and weight. (3 Marks)
Q24. Write the universal law of gravitation and explain the terms involved. (3 Marks)
Q25. A body of mass 50 kg is placed on earth. Calculate its weight. (g = 9.8 m/s²). (4 Marks)