📝 CBSE Class 10 Science – Sample Question Paper (80 Marks)
Time: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80
General Instructions:
All questions are compulsory.
Internal choice is provided in some questions.
Draw diagrams wherever necessary.
Use the given marks to guide your answer length.
🔹 Section A – Very Short Answer Questions (1 mark each)
(1 × 10 = 10 marks)
1. Define the term “reduction” in a chemical reaction.
2. What is the function of the iris in the human eye?
3. State Ohm’s law.
4. Name the part of the brain responsible for balance and posture.
5. What is the sex chromosome combination in human females?
6. Write the chemical formula of rust.
7. What is meant by a trophic level in a food chain?
8. Name the process by which Amoeba reproduces.
9. What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?
10. Define homologous organs with one example.
🔹 Section B – Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)
(2 × 6 = 12 marks)
11. Why is sodium stored in kerosene?
12. Draw a ray diagram to show the image formation by a concave mirror when the object is
placed between focus and pole.
13. What is the difference between biodegradable and non-biodegradable substances?
14. Explain the role of ciliary muscles in the human eye.
15. What is meant by double circulation in humans?
16. Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction of zinc with dilute hydrochloric acid.
🔹 Section C – Short Answer Questions (3 marks each)
(3 × 10 = 30 marks)
17. Explain the formation and cleansing action of soap.
18. Describe the structure and function of nephron.
19. What is the reactivity series? How does it help in displacement reactions?
20. Explain the working of an electric motor with a labeled diagram.
21. Describe Mendel’s experiment on inheritance of traits in pea plants.
22. What is meant by sustainable management of natural resources? Give two examples.
23. Explain the process of photosynthesis with a chemical equation.
24. What is atmospheric refraction? How does it cause the twinkling of stars?
25. Describe the process of fertilization and development in humans.
26. A bulb is rated 220 V and 100 W. Calculate:
(a) Current drawn
(b) Resistance of the bulb
(c) Energy consumed in 5 hours
🔹 Section D – Long Answer Questions (5 marks each)
(5 × 5 = 25 marks)
27. (a) What is a homologous series? Mention its characteristics.
(b) Write the IUPAC names and structures of ethanol and ethanoic acid.
(c) Explain esterification with a chemical equation.
28. (a) Draw a labeled diagram of the human heart.
(b) Explain the flow of blood through the heart during double circulation.
29. (a) State the laws of refraction.
(b) Draw a ray diagram for a convex lens when the object is placed between F and 2F.
(c) Define refractive index.
30. (a) Describe the structure and function of the human brain.
(b) What is the role of hormones in coordination?
31. (a) What is meant by heredity?
(b) Explain sex determination in humans with a diagram.
(c) How do fossils provide evidence for evolution?