Class 10 Science – Sample Question Paper
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80 General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. The question paper consists of four sections A, B, C, and D.
3. Use of calculator is not permitted.
4. Use of log table, if necessary, is permitted.
Section – A (1 × 6 = 6 marks)
Q1. Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between sodium hydroxide and
hydrochloric acid. (1)
Q2. Which type of mirror is used in the headlights of cars? Why? (1)
Q3. Write one function of stomata in plants. (1)
Q4. Name the sensory receptors present in: (a) Ear (b) Skin (1)
Q5. Draw the magnetic field lines around a straight current-carrying conductor. (1)
Q6. Define the term “electrical resistivity”. (1)
Section – B (2 × 6 = 12 marks)
Q7. (a) What is a displacement reaction? Give one example from daily life.
(b) Identify the type of reaction in:
i. 2Mg + O■ → 2MgO
ii. AgNO■ + NaCl → AgCl + NaNO■ (2)
Q8. A student added dilute HCl to a test tube containing zinc granules and observed some bubbles.
(a) Write the chemical equation.
(b) Name the gas evolved and its confirmatory test. (2)
Q9. List two physical properties and two chemical properties of metals which distinguish them from
non-metals. (2)
Q10. Write two differences between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration. (2)
Q11. Define current and potential difference. Write their SI units. (2)
Q12. Draw a labelled diagram of a human brain showing cerebrum and cerebellum. (2)
Section – C (3 × 10 = 30 marks)
Q13. Write the balanced chemical equations for the following reactions:
(a) Action of heat on ferrous sulphate.
(b) Action of aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide on zinc metal.
(c) Decomposition of calcium carbonate on heating. (3)
Q14. (a) Why do acids conduct electricity in aqueous solution?
(b) Name two indicators used in acid-base titration.
(c) What happens when NaOH solution is added to phenolphthalein solution? (3)
Q15. With the help of an activity, show that hydrogen gas is evolved when a metal reacts with an
acid. Write the chemical equation. (3)
Q16. (a) What are peristaltic movements?
(b) Write the functions of bile juice in digestion.
(c) Why is the small intestine in herbivores longer than in carnivores? (3)
Q17. Explain reflex action with the help of a labelled diagram of a reflex arc. (3)
Q18. State Ohm’s law. Draw a graph between V and I for an Ohmic resistor. (3)
Q19. (a) State Fleming’s left-hand rule.
(b) Write two factors on which the force experienced by a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic
field depends. (3)
Q20. (a) A wire of resistance 10 Ω is connected to a 6 V battery. Find the current.
(b) How much heat will be produced in 5 minutes? (3)
Q21. Write three methods to prevent corrosion of metals. (3)
Q22. Give reasons:
(a) Lemon juice tastes sour.
(b) Aluminium foils are used for packaging food.
(c) Copper cannot displace zinc from zinc sulphate solution. (3)
Section – D (5 × 6 = 30 marks)
Q23. (a) Write the steps of nutrition in human beings.
(b) Draw a neat labelled diagram of human alimentary canal. (5)
Q24. (a) Explain the structure and working of a neuron with a neat diagram.
(b) Differentiate between voluntary and involuntary actions. (5)
Q25. (a) Explain electrolysis of water with a labelled diagram.
(b) Write one application each of decomposition, displacement, and double displacement reactions.
(5)
Q26. (a) Define electric power. Derive its two expressions.
(b) An electric bulb of resistance 100 Ω is connected to a 220 V supply. Calculate the power
consumed and energy consumed in 2 hours. (5)
Q27. Explain the construction and working of an electric motor with a neat labelled diagram. (5)
Q28. Compare the properties of acids and bases with respect to:
(a) Taste
(b) Effect on litmus
(c) Reaction with metals
(d) Reaction with carbonates
(e) Reaction with bases. (5)
Marking Scheme:
Section A: 6 × 1 = 6 marks
Section B: 6 × 2 = 12 marks
Section C: 10 × 3 = 30 marks
Section D: 6 × 5 = 30 marks
TOTAL = 80 marks