Science (2)
SECTION A (20 × 1 Mark)
Multiple Choice Questions (Q1–Q16)
1. The chemical formula for Plaster of Paris (POP) and the number of water molecules
in its formula unit are:
(a) CaSO4·2H2O and 2
(b) CaSO4·10H2O and 10
(c) CaSO4·½H2O and 0.5
(d) Na2CO3·10H2O and 10
2. Which of the following elements has the largest atomic radius?
(a) Lithium (Li)
(b) Sodium (Na)
(c) Beryllium (Be)
(d) Magnesium (Mg)
3. The image formed by a concave lens is always:
(a) Real and Inverted
(b) Virtual and Magnified
(c) Virtual and Diminished
(d) Real and Diminished
4. The action of soap is ineffective in hard water primarily because:
(a) Soap forms insoluble scum with Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺ ions.
(b) Soap is highly acidic in hard water.
(c) Hard water neutralises the cleansing action of soap.
(d) Soap ionises completely in hard water.
5. The flow of energy in an ecosystem is always:
(a) Unidirectional
(b) Bidirectional
(c) Multidirectional
(d) Circular
6. Which part of the brain is responsible for precision of voluntary actions and
maintaining posture and balance?
(a) Cerebrum
(b) Medulla
(c) Cerebellum
(d) Pons
7. In the electrolytic refining of copper, the respective electrodes are:
(a) Cathode: Pure copper; Anode: Impure copper
(b) Cathode: Impure copper; Anode: Pure copper
(c) Both Pure copper
(d) Both Impure copper
8. A parallel beam of white light incident on a prism shows separation of colours called:
(a) Reflection
(b) Refraction
(c) Scattering
(d) Dispersion
9. Which of the following is a decomposition reaction?
(a) CH4 + 2O2 → CO2 + 2H2O
(b) Fe + CuSO4 → FeSO4 + Cu
(c) CaCO3 → CaO + CO2
(d) NaOH + HCl → NaCl + H2O
10. The bending of light as it passes obliquely from one medium to another is called:
(a) Reflection
(b) Scattering
(c) Refraction
(d) Dispersion
Assertion–Reason Questions (Q17–Q20)
Codes:
(a) Both A & R true; R correct explanation
(b) Both A & R true; R not correct explanation
(c) A true; R false
(d) A false; R true
11. Assertion: Myopia is corrected using a concave lens.
Reason: A concave lens increases the converging power of the eye lens.
12. Assertion: Burning of methane is an exothermic reaction.
Reason: Heat is released during the combustion of methane.
13. Assertion: All inherited changes arise from variations in reproductive cells.
Reason: Changes in somatic cells are not inheritable.
14. Assertion: Electric motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.
Reason: It works on Fleming’s Left-Hand Rule.
SECTION B (6 × 2 Marks)
15. (a) Name the products formed when zinc reacts with dilute HCl.
(b) Write the balanced equation.
16. Define allotropy of carbon. Draw the structure of cyclohexane.
17. The decomposition of food material is an exothermic process. Justify with an
example.
18. Differentiate between Dominant and Recessive traits with Mendel’s example.
19. State the function of the Lens and the Iris in the human eye.
OR
(a) Draw magnetic field lines around a straight current-carrying conductor.
(b) State the rule to find direction of field.
OR
Why are field lines crowded near the poles?
SECTION C (7 × 3 Marks)
20. The atomic numbers of A, B, C are 6, 9, and 12.
(a) Identify Groups of B and C.
(b) Which two show similar properties?
(c) Which forms maximum compounds?
21. Draw the alimentary canal. State the function of HCl in the stomach.
22. State the three major events in photosynthesis. Write the balanced equation.
23. Differentiate between structure and function of Xylem and Phloem.
24. An object is 15 cm from a convex mirror of focal length 10 cm.
(a) Calculate v.
(b) State nature and position.
OR
Explain correction of myopia with diagram.
OR
Draw image formation for object between F1 and 2F1 in convex lens.
25. State Fleming’s Left-Hand Rule. Draw a labelled electric motor. State function of the
commutator.
SECTION D (3 × 5 Marks)
26. (a) Explain electrolytic refining of copper with electrode materials and reactions.
(b) Why is sodium stored in kerosene?
27. Genetics
(a) RRYY × rryy — write F1 genotype and phenotype.
(b) List F2 phenotypes and ratio.
(c) State the law demonstrated.
28. (a) Draw human brain.
(b) State functions of Medulla and Spinal Cord.
(c) Compare movement in mimosa leaf vs human leg.
OR
(a) State relation between V, I, R and draw circuit diagram.
(b) Geyser 1500W, 250V: find I and R.
SECTION E (3 × 4 Marks)
Case Study 37 – Chemistry
A (Group 2, Z=12) reacts with B (Group 17, Z=17) to form ionic compound C.
(a) Write electron configurations.
(b) State valence electrons.
(c) Write formula of compound C.
(d) State one property of C.
Case Study 38 – Biology
Green plants capture 1% solar energy.
(a) What % energy transfers to next trophic level?
(b) Why is flow unidirectional?
(c) Make a 4-level terrestrial food chain.
(d) If 1000 J at producers, how much reaches secondary consumer?
Case Study 39 – Physics
Solenoid behaves like a bar magnet.
(a) State polarity of ends.
(b) Draw magnetic field pattern.
(c) One difference between field inside and outside solenoid.
(d) Two ways to increase magnetic field strength.