1.

Symbolically, how is the atom of an element

denoted?
An atom of an element is symbolically denoted by a
single or two-letter "symbol," where the first letter is
always capitalized and the second letter (if present) is
lowercase; for example, "H" represents a hydrogen
atom, "O" represents an oxygen atom, and "Fe"
represents an iron atom.

2. State the components of Phloem Tissue

Phloem tissue consists of four main components: Sieve

tubes – Transport food (mainly sugars) throughout the
plant. Companion cells – Support sieve tubes and
provide energy. Phloem fibres – Provide structural
support. Phloem parenchyma – Store food and assist in
transport.

3. State the general characteristics of muscle

tissue and write the types of muscle tissue.

General Characteristics of Muscle Tissue:

1. Contractility – Ability to contract and produce

movement.
2. Excitability – Responds to stimuli (like nerve
signals).
3. Extensibility – Can stretch without damage.
4. Elasticity – Returns to its original shape after
contraction or stretching.
5. Highly Vascular – Rich in blood supply for energy
and nutrient needs.

Types of Muscle Tissue:

 1. Skeletal Muscle – Voluntary, striated, attached to
bones, and responsible for body movements.
2. Smooth Muscle – Involuntary, non-striated, found in
internal organs (like intestines and blood vessels).
3. Cardiac Muscle – Involuntary, striated, found only
in the heart, responsible for pumping blood.

4. Write a short note Adipose tissue.

Adipose tissue is a specialized connective tissue that

stores fat. It is made up of fat cells called adipocytes
and is found beneath the skin, around internal organs,
and between muscles. This tissue acts as an energy
reserve, insulates the body, and protects organs
by cushioning them. There are two types of adipose
tissue:

1. White Adipose Tissue – Stores energy and

insulates the body.
2. Brown Adipose Tissue – Generates heat and
helps regulate body temperature (mainly in
newborns).

Adipose tissue plays a crucial role in maintaining

energy balance and providing mechanical support.

5. Identify the type of the following tissue:

[Link] 2. Bone 3. Layer of ureter 4. Vascular
bundle

1. Skin – Epithelial tissue

2. Bone – Connective tissue
3. Layer of Ureter – Muscle tissue
4. Vascular Bundle – Complex permanent tissue
6. Give differences: Distance and Displacement

Feature Distance
Total path covered by an Shortest distanc
Definition
object.
Type of
Scalar (only magnitude). Vector (
Quantity

7. What is uniform accelerated motion and

retarded motion? give example of each.

1. Uniform Accelerated Motion: When an object's

velocity increases by equal amounts in equal
intervals of time, it is called uniform accelerated
motion.
Example: A freely falling object under gravity.
2. Retarded Motion: When an object's velocity
decreases with time, it is called retarded or
decelerated motion.
Example: A car slowing down to stop at a red
light.

8. On what does the effect of a force depend on?

The effect of a force depends on:

1. Magnitude of the Force – Greater force

produces a greater effect.
2. Direction of the Force – The effect changes
based on the direction applied.

9. Give differences: Force and Momentum

 Feature Force Momentum
The quantity of
A push or pull acting
motion an object
on an object to
Definition has, calculated as
change its state of
the product of mass
motion.
and velocity.
Momentum (p) =
Force (F) = mass ×
Formula mass × velocity (p
acceleration (F = ma)
= mv)
Nature Vector quantity Vector quantity
Kilogram meter per
SI Unit Newton (N)
second (kg·m/s)
Causes a change in
Describes the
an object's motion
Effect motion an object
(acceleration or
already possesses.
deceleration).

10. Explain about balanced forces and

unbalanced forces.

Balanced Forces: When equal and opposite forces act

on an object, they cancel each other and do not change
the object's motion.

Example: A book resting on a table.

Unbalanced Forces: When unequal forces act on an

object, they cause a change in motion (speed,
direction, or shape).

Example: Pushing a ball to make it move.

11. Give the necessary explanation about

ultrasonic sound.
Ultrasonic sound refers to sound waves with
frequencies higher than 20,000 Hz, which are beyond
the range of human hearing. These high-frequency
waves are used in various applications such as medical
imaging (ultrasound), cleaning delicate objects, and
sonar systems for underwater detection.

12. An echo was heard after 3 seconds. what is

the distance of the reflecting surface from the
source, given that the speed of sound is 342 m/s?

13. Difference between Mechanical and Non-

Mechanical Waves:
 Mechanical Non-Mechanical
Feature
Waves Waves
Medium Yes (solid, No (can travel
Required liquid, or gas). through a vacuum).
Light waves, radio
Examples Sound waves,
waves.
water waves.

14. State the aim of animal husbandry. Write the

main varieties of indigenous breed.

Aim of Animal Husbandry:

To improve the quality and quantity of animal products
like milk, meat, eggs, and wool, and to ensure better
breeding and care of livestock.

Main Varieties of Indigenous Breeds:

1. Milch Breeds – For milk production (e.g., Sahiwal,

Gir).
2. Draught Breeds – For labour work (e.g., Malvi,
Hallikar).
3. Dual-purpose Breeds – For both milk and labor
(e.g., Ongole, Kankrej).

15. State the factors causing harm to crop-

production and state what loss does it cause.

Factors Causing Harm to Crop Production:

1. Pests and Insects – Damage crops by feeding on

them.
2. Weeds – Compete with crops for nutrients,
water, and sunlight.
 3. Diseases – Caused by fungi, bacteria, or viruses,
leading to crop decay.
4. Natural Factors – Floods, droughts, storms, and
extreme temperatures.
5. Poor Soil Quality – Lack of essential nutrients
reduces crop yield.

Loss Caused to Crop Production:

1. Reduced Yield – Decrease in the quantity of

crops produced.
2. Poor Quality – Affected crops may be unsuitable
for consumption or sale.
3. Economic Loss – Farmers face financial losses
due to lower production.
4. Food Shortage – Reduced crop supply can cause
food scarcity.

16. Why are biotic manure and chemical

fertilisers used in farms?

Biotic manure and chemical fertilizers are used in farms

to improve soil fertility and increase crop yield.

 Biotic Manure: Enhances soil structure, is eco-

friendly, and improves long-term soil health.
 Chemical Fertilizers: Provide quick nutrients, boost
plant growth, and increase production rapidly.
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17. Why do the state of matters arise? State the

different states of matter with three examples of
each.

The states of matter arise due to the arrangement of

particles, intermolecular forces, and the amount of
energy in the system. The strength of attraction
between particles and their movement determines
whether a substance exists as a solid, liquid, or gas.

Different States of Matter and Examples:

o Solid – Fixed shape and volume, with tightly

packed particles.
Examples: Ice, Wood, Iron
o Liquid – Fixed volume but no fixed shape, with
loosely packed particles.
Examples: Water, Oil, Milk
o Gas – No fixed shape or volume, with freely moving
particles.
Examples: Oxygen, Carbon dioxide, Water vapor

18. A group of students took an old shoe box and

covered it with a black paper from all sides. They
fixed a source of light (a torch) at one end of the
box by making a hole in it and made another hole
on the other side to view the light. They placed a
milk sample contained in a beaker/tumbler in the
box as shown in the Figure. They were amazed to
see that milk taken in the tumbler was
illuminated. They tried the same activity by
taking a salt solution but found that light simply
passed through it?

(a) Explain why the milk sample was illuminated? Name

the phenomenon involved: - The milk sample was
illuminated because milk is a colloidal solution and its
particles are big enough to scatter the light, hence they
scatter the light passing through it. The phenomenon
observed is called "Tyndall effect".

(b) Same results were not observed with a salt solution.

Explain: As salt solution is a true solution i.e., solute
particle size is too small to scatter the light, hence, it
does not show "Tyndall effect".

(c) Can you suggest two more solutions which would

show the same effect as shown by the milk solution:
Examples of colloid are gold sol, arsenious sulphide
(As₂S₃) sol., Blood etc.

19. Generally, non-metals are usually poor

conductors of heat and electricity. They are non-
lustrous, non-sonorous, non-malleable and are
coloured.
1. The allotropic form of a non-metal is a good
conductor of electricity. Name the allotrope. - Graphite
2. Name a lustrous non-metal. - Iodine
3. Name a non-metal which is known to form the
largest number of compounds. – Carbon
20. Classify each of the following into chemical
and physical change and give reasons:

(1) Drying of a shirt in the sunlight - Physical

Change

Reason: It involves the evaporation of water from

the shirt without changing the fabric's chemical
composition. The process is reversible by adding
water again.

(2) Burning of kerosene in a lantern - Chemical

Change

Reason: It produces new substances like carbon

dioxide, water vapor, and heat. This change is
irreversible and involves a chemical reaction.

(3) Churning of milk-cream to get butter - Physical

Change

Reason: It separates the butter from the cream

without altering the chemical composition. The process
is reversible by melting the butter.

21. Give general information about Element.

1. Definition:
An element is a pure substance made of one type
of atom and cannot be broken into simpler
substances.

2. Types of Elements:

 Metals (e.g., Iron)

 Non-Metals (e.g., Oxygen)
 Metalloids (e.g., Silicon)
 3. Examples:

Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Gold (Au).

4. Total Elements:
There are 118 known elements listed in the
Periodic Table.

22. What is called parenchymatous tissue?

Explain its Characteristics and Types.

Parenchyma is a simple, living plant tissue with thin-

walled cells, large central vacuoles, and minimal
intercellular spaces. It performs functions like storage,
photosynthesis, and secretion.

Characteristics:

 Composed of living cells.

 Thin and flexible cell walls.
 Large central vacuoles for storage.
 Minimal intercellular spaces.
 Can divide and differentiate into other cell
types.

Types:

 Chlorenchyma – Contains chloroplasts for

photosynthesis.
 Aerenchyma – Has air spaces for buoyancy
in aquatic plants.
 Storage Parenchyma – Stores food, water,
and nutrients.
 Secretory Parenchyma – Produces and
stores secretions like resin and oils.
23. Difference between Striated and Unstriated
Muscles

Unstriated
Feature Striated Muscles
Muscles
Other Name Skeletal or Voluntary Smooth or
Muscles Involuntary Muscles
Appearance Show light and dark No bands, smooth
bands (striations) in appearance
Control Voluntary (under Involuntary (not
conscious control) under conscious
control)
Location Attached to bones Found in internal
(arms, legs, etc.) organs (stomach,
intestines, etc.)
Cell Shape Long, cylindrical, and Spindle-shaped and
multinucleated uninucleate
Speed of Fast and powerful Slow and sustained
Contraction contractions contractions
Function Helps in body Controls
movement and involuntary
locomotion movements like
digestion
24. A person is taken to a doctor with a sudden
panic attack The doctor diagnoses high blood
pressure by measuring his pulse and pressure. (i)
Which tissue is overactive in high blood
pressure? (ii) The flow of which tissue becomes
speedy? (iii) Is this condition harmful to the
body?

(i) The tissue that is overactive in high blood pressure is

the smooth muscle tissue lining the walls of arteries
and arterioles, which constricts, leading to increased
resistance to blood flow.
(ii) The flow of blood becomes speedy in the smooth
muscle tissue of arteries and arterioles due to
vasoconstriction, which increases the speed of blood
flow.
(iii) Yes, high blood pressure, if left untreated, can be
harmful to the body. It increases the workload on the
heart and can lead to various cardiovascular
complications such as heart attack, stroke, heart
failure, and damage to other organs like the kidneys
and eyes.

25. Write the formula for acceleration. Explain

accelerated motion and retarded motion from it.
State the unit of acceleration. State whether it is
vector or scalar quantity.
Formula for Acceleration: 𝑎 = 𝑣−𝑢 / 𝑡

Where: a = Acceleration
 v = Final velocity
u = Initial velocity
t = Time taken

Accelerated Motion:

to be in accelerated motion. In this case, 𝑣>𝑢, making

When an object's velocity increases over time, it is said

acceleration positive. Example: A car speeding up.

Retarded (Decelerated) Motion:

called retarded or decelerated motion. Here, 𝑣<𝑢,

When an object's velocity decreases over time, it is

making acceleration negative. Example: A car slowing

down.

Unit of Acceleration:
The SI unit of acceleration is meters per second
squared (m/s²).

Vector or Scalar Quantity:

Acceleration is a vector quantity because it has both
magnitude and direction.

26. When Mr Dave was driving his car, he notices

his son Raju sitting beside him. He had not worn
the seat-belt. He explains his son the importance
and necessity of wearing a seat belt. Raju obeys
to his father's words. (1) Why should seat-belt be
worn while driving a car? (2) What qualities of
Raju's father are seen here? (3) State the
values/qualities of Raju.

(1) Seat belts should be worn to prevent injury during

sudden stops or accidents by restraining the body and
reducing the impact of inertia, which keeps the
passenger safe.

(2) Raju's father shows responsibility, care, and

awareness by educating his son about safety measures.

(3) Raju demonstrates obedience, respect for elders,

and a willingness to learn by listening to and following
his father’s advice.

27. Give explanation about wavelength and time

period of longitudinal waves.

Wavelength of Longitudinal Waves:

In longitudinal waves, particles of the medium move
parallel to the wave’s direction. The wavelength (λ) is
the distance between two consecutive compressions or
two rarefactions. It is measured in meters (m).
Example: In a sound wave, the distance between two
areas of high pressure (compressions) is the
wavelength.

Time Period of Longitudinal Waves:

The time period (T) is the time taken for one complete
wave cycle to pass a point. It is the inverse of
frequency (f) and is measured in seconds (s).
Formula: 𝑇 = 1/𝑓

time period is 𝑇=1/5= 0.2 seconds.

Example: If a sound wave has a frequency of 5 Hz, its

Audible Sound is the sound of frequency which is

audible to the human ear. The frequency of audible
sounds is usually between 20Hz to 20kHz. 1. Inaudible
sounds are the sounds of frequency which are not
audible to the human ear. The frequency of inaudible
sounds is below 20Hz and greater than 20kHz.

Sound is a type of energy made by vibrations. When an

object vibrates, it causes movement in surrounding air
molecules. These molecules bump into the molecules close
to them, causing them to vibrate as well. This makes them
bump into more nearby air molecules.

The repetition of sound caused by the reflection of

sound waves is called an echo. We can hear echo when
there is a time gap of 0.1 second in original sound and
echo reflected sound. Echo is produced when sound
reflected from a hard surface i.e. brick wall mountain
etc. as soft surface tends to absorb sound.
28. Dengue malaria and Chikungunya has spread
in a city and many people have become victims
and suffer from it. To control infection by
mosquito in the city, the municipal corporation
use megaphones to make announcement to
prevent and spread awareness about such
diseases.
(1) How does megaphone work.
(2) Write the principle of megaphone.
(3) State the quality displayed by municipal
officers.

(1) A megaphone amplifies sound by collecting sound

waves and directing them in a specific direction. It uses
a cone-shaped structure to prevent the spreading of
sound waves and focuses them, making the sound
louder and clearer over long distances.

(2) The megaphone works on the reflection of sound

waves. When sound waves enter the narrow end of the
megaphone, they reflect and converge as they travel
through the wider end, amplifying the sound in one
direction.

(3) The municipal officers show responsibility, concern

for public health, and proactiveness by spreading
awareness and taking action to control the spread of
diseases.

29. State the characteristics about model of an

atom suggested by Rutherford.

Nucleus: At the centre of the atom, there is a small,

dense, and positively charged nucleus.
Electron Movement: Electrons revolve around the
nucleus in circular orbits.

Empty Space: Most of the atom is empty space, as

alpha particles passed through during his experiment.

Positive Charge Concentration: The entire positive

charge and mass of the atom are concentrated in the
nucleus.

30. State the postulates about model of an atom

put forward by Neils Bohr.

Fixed Orbits: Electrons revolve around the nucleus in

specific circular orbits called energy levels without
losing energy.

Energy Levels: Each orbit has a fixed amount of energy.

The closer the orbit is to the nucleus, the lower the
energy.

Energy Absorption/Emission: Electrons can jump from

one energy level to another by absorbing or releasing
energy in the form of light.

Stability of Electrons: Electrons in a fixed orbit remain

stable and do not fall into the nucleus.

Numbering of Orbits: The energy levels are numbered

as K, L, M, N, etc., starting from the nucleus outward.

31. What is the total number of nucleons in the

atoms of both the elements
The total number of nucleons in an atom is the sum of
protons and neutrons present in its nucleus. It is also
called the mass number (A) of the atom.

Formula to calculate nucleons:

Total nucleons = Protons (Z) + Neutrons (N)

If you specify the elements or their atomic and mass

numbers, I can calculate the total nucleons for each
element.

32. Which subatomic particles are included in the

nucleons present in the element?

The subatomic particles included in the nucleons of an

element are:

Protons:

 Positively charged particles (+1 charge).

 Found inside the nucleus.
 Determine the atomic number of an element.

Neutrons:

 Neutral particles (no charge).

 Also located in the nucleus.
 Add to the mass of the atom but do not affect its
charge.

Note: Electrons are not part of the nucleons; they

revolve outside the nucleus.

33. which models were represented to

understand the structure of an atom?

Dalton’s Atomic Model (1808):

 Atoms are indivisible, indestructible particles.

  Atoms of the same element are identical in mass
and properties.

Thomson’s Plum Pudding Model (1897):

 Atom is a sphere of positive charge with

negatively charged electrons embedded like
plums in a pudding.
 This model could not explain the atom’s nucleus.

Rutherford’s Nuclear Model (1911):

 Atom has a small, dense, positively charged

nucleus at the center.
 Electrons revolve around the nucleus in orbits.
 Most of the atom is empty space.

Bohr’s Model (1913):

 Electrons move in fixed energy levels or shells

around the nucleus.
 Electrons can jump between energy levels by
absorbing or emitting energy.
 Quantum Mechanical Model (Modern Model):
 Electrons are found in probability regions called
orbitals, not fixed orbits.
 This model explains electron behaviour using
quantum theory.

34. What is osmosis? Giving an example of

osmosis process, explain the importance.

Osmosis is the movement of water molecules from a

region of higher water concentration to a region of
lower water concentration through a semipermeable
membrane. This process occurs without the use of
energy and is crucial for maintaining the balance of
fluids in living organisms.

Example and Importance of Osmosis:

An example of osmosis is the absorption of water by

plant roots. Water from the soil, which has a higher
concentration, moves into the root cells where the
water concentration is lower. This process is important
as it helps plants absorb water needed for
photosynthesis, growth, and survival. In humans,
osmosis helps regulate fluid balance, ensuring hy
dration and proper cell function, which is vital for
overall health and bodily processes.

35. Write a short note: Endoplasmic Reticulum

The Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) is a network of

membrane-bound tubules and sacs found in the
cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells. It plays a key role in the
transport and synthesis of materials within the cell.
There are two types of ER:

 Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER): It has

ribosomes on its surface and is responsible for
the synthesis of proteins.
 Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER): It lacks
ribosomes and is involved in the synthesis of
lipids, detoxification of harmful substances, and
calcium storage.

The ER is important for intracellular transport, providing

a pathway for materials to move within the cell and
aiding in the production of essential biomolecules.
36. State the functions of the nucleus of the cell

1. Controls Cell Activities: It regulates all metabolic

activities of the cell, including growth and
reproduction.
2. Stores Genetic Information: It contains DNA, which
carries genetic instructions for the development
and functioning of the organism.
3. Cell Division: It plays a key role in cell division
(mitosis and meiosis) by passing genetic material
to new cells.
4. Protein Synthesis Regulation: It controls the
synthesis of proteins by sending genetic
information to ribosomes through mRNA.
5. Inheritance: It transfers genetic traits from one
generation to the next.
6. Structural Support: It maintains the shape and
organization of the cell by interacting with the
cytoskeleton.

37. (1) Dhanvi buys a few grams of gold at the

polar region of the earth as per her friend's
instruction. When Dhanvi meets her friend at the
equator, she gives her gold. Will her friend be
satisfied with the weight of gold purchased? If
not, then why? (2) The mass of an object is 10
gram. What would be its weight on the earth and
on the moon?

(1) No, her friend will not be satisfied because the

weight of gold is less at the equator than at the poles.
This happens because gravity is stronger at the poles
and weaker at the equator, causing the gold to weigh
slightly less when measured at the equator.

(2) Weight on Earth and Moon:

  Mass of object = 10 g = 0.01 kg
 Weight formula: W = m × g

1. On Earth:
W = 0.01 × 9.8 = 0.098 N
2. On Moon:
Gravity on the Moon is 1/6th of Earth’s gravity.
W = 0.01 × (9.8/6) = 0.0163 N

So, the object weighs 0.098 N on Earth and 0.0163 N

on the Moon.

38. What will be the gravitational force between

two bodies if (1) The mass of each is doubled (2)
The distance between them is double or three
times? (3) The mass of both the objects is
doubled.

The gravitational force between two bodies is

calculated using Newton’s Law of Gravitation:

Where:

 F = Gravitational Force
 G = Gravitational Constant
 m₁ and m₂ = Masses of the two objects
 r = Distance between the objects

(1) If the mass of one object is doubled:

New mass: m1′=2m

✅ New force (F') = twice the original force.

(2) If the distance between the objects is doubled

or tripled:

 When the distance is doubled (r=2rr = 2rr=2r):

✅ New force (F') = 1/4 of the original force.

 When the distance is tripled (r=3rr = 3rr=3r):

✅ New force (F') = 1/9 of the original force.

(3) If the mass of both objects is doubled:

New masses: m1=2m1m_1 = 2m_1m1=2m1 and

m2=2m2m_2 = 2m_2m2=2m2
✅ New force (F') = 4 times the original force.

39. If the distance between two objects is halved,

then what would be the gravitational force acting
between them?

If the distance between two objects is halved, we can

use Newton’s Law of Gravitation:

When the distance (r) is halved:

New distance = r/2

✅ New gravitational force (F') = 4 times the original

force.

**If the distance is halved, the gravitational force

becomes **4 times stronger.
40. Define the kinetic energy of an object. Derive
the equation of kinetic energy of an object

Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by a moving

object due to its motion. Any object with mass (m)
moving with velocity (v) has kinetic energy. It depends
on mass and speed—the faster and heavier the object,
the more kinetic energy it has.

Derivation:

Let:

 m = Mass of the object

 v = Velocity of the object
 u = Initial velocity (assume u=0u = 0u=0 for
simplicity)
 a = Acceleration
 s = Distance travelled

1. Work done on the object (W) is given by:

W= Force × Distance

(2) From Newton’s Second Law of Motion, Force:

F=m×a

So,

W= m × a ×s

(3) Using the third equation of motion:

v2=u2+2as

Since u=0:

V^2 = 2as ⇒ s=v^2/2a

(4) Substituting s=v^2/2as into W = m × a × s

W = m × a × v^2/2a

The acceleration (a) cancels out:

W=1/2mv^2

(5) Work done on the object is stored as its kinetic

energy (K.E.):
Kinetic Energy (K.E.) = 1/2mv^2

✅ Final Formula:

K.E.=1/2mv^2

41. Define the potential energy and state its SI

unit. give four examples of it.

Potential energy is the stored energy an object has due

to its position or state. It is the energy an object
possesses because of its height, elasticity, or chemical
composition.

Example: A stretched rubber band or water stored at a

height has potential energy.

The SI unit of potential energy is Joule (J).

Examples of Potential Energy:

1. Gravitational Potential Energy: Water stored in a

dam or a ball held at a height.
2. Elastic Potential Energy: A stretched rubber band
or a compressed spring.
3. Chemical Potential Energy: Batteries, food, or fuel
storing chemical energy.
 4. Nuclear Potential Energy: Energy stored in the
nucleus of an atom, released during nuclear
reactions.

42. Define gravitational potential energy. Derive

the formula of gravitational potential energy of
an object with mass m at a height h from the
reference surface (ground).

Gravitational potential energy is the energy possessed

by an object due to its position above the ground or
any reference point. It is the energy stored in an object
when it is raised against the force of gravity.

Example: Water stored in a dam, or a book placed on a

shelf has gravitational potential energy.

Derivation:

Let:

 m = Mass of the object (kg)

 h = Height of the object from the reference surface
(m)
 g = Acceleration due to gravity (m/s²)

1. Work done (W) to lift the object against gravity is

calculated by:

Work done (W)=Force (F)×Displacement (h)

2. Force (F) required to lift the object is equal to its

weight:

F=m×g

3. Substituting F = m × g in the work formula:

W= (m × g) × h
4. Since work done is stored as gravitational potential
energy (U):

U=m×g×h

✅ Final Formula:

Gravitational Potential Energy (U) = mgh

Where:

 U = Gravitational potential energy (Joules)

 m = Mass of the object (kg)
 g = Gravitational acceleration (9.8 m/s² on Earth)
 h = Height from the reference point (m)

43. Which management practice is necessary to

obtain good production in poultry farming.

To obtain good production in poultry farming, the

following management practices are necessary:

1. Proper Housing:

 Provide clean, dry, and well-ventilated shelters.

 Maintain sufficient space to avoid overcrowding
(minimum 1-1.5 sq. ft. per bird).
 Control temperature and humidity to keep the
birds comfortable.

2. Balanced Nutrition:

 Provide a nutritious diet rich in proteins, vitamins,

minerals, and water.
 Use high-quality feed suitable for the birds' age
and production stage (e.g., layers vs. broilers).

3. Disease Prevention:
  Vaccinate against common diseases like Newcastle
disease and bird flu.
 Ensure regular health check-ups and hygienic
conditions to prevent infections.

4. Proper Hygiene and Sanitation:

 Clean the coops and feeding equipment regularly.

 Dispose of waste properly to prevent the spread of
diseases.

5. Breeding Management:

 Use high-quality breeds that are disease-resistant

and high-yielding.
 Ensure proper care during the breeding cycle for
better production.

6. Light Management:

 Provide adequate lighting (14-16 hours daily) to

increase egg-laying in layers.

7. Record Keeping:

 Maintain records of feed consumption, egg

production, and health status for efficient
monitoring and improvement.

44. What is chemical fertilizer? state the

advantages and disadvantages.

Chemical fertilizers are synthetic substances that are

man-made and contain essential nutrients like nitrogen
(N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). They are used
to enhance soil fertility and increase crop yield quickly.
Examples include urea, ammonium nitrate, and
superphosphate.
✅ Advantages of Chemical Fertilizers:

1. Increases Crop Yield: Provides immediate nutrients,

leading to faster growth and higher production.
2. Easy to Use: They are easy to store, transport, and
apply in fields.
3. Nutrient-Specific: Specific fertilizers target specific
nutrient deficiencies in the soil.
4. Quick Action: They quickly dissolve in soil,
providing fast results for crops.

❌ Disadvantages of Chemical Fertilizers:

1. Soil Degradation: Long-term use reduces soil

fertility by destroying microorganisms.
2. Water Pollution: Excess fertilizers wash into rivers
and lakes, causing water pollution (eutrophication).
3. Health Hazards: Overuse can leave toxic residues
in crops, affecting human health.
4. Expensive: Continuous use increases costs for
farmers due to repeated applications.