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Board Activity Sheet: July 2022

BOARD ACTIVITY SHEET: July 2022

Science and Technology Part - 2
Time: 2 Hours Total Marks: 40

Note: i. All questions are compulsory.

ii. Use of a calculator is not allowed.
iii. The numbers to the right of the questions indicate full marks.
iv. In case of MCQs [Q. No. 1(A)], only the first attempt will be evaluated and will be given
credit.

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v. For each MCQ, the correct alternative (A), (B), (C) or (D) with subquestion number is to
be written as an answer.
For E.g.: (i) (A), (ii) (B), (iii) (C).
vi. Scientifically correct, labelled diagrams should be drawn whenever necessary.

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Q.1. (A) Choose the correct option and write its number for the following questions: [5]
i. Glycolysis and ________ are two steps of anaerobic respiration.
(a) Kreb’s cycle (b) Electron transfer chain reaction
(c) Fermentation (d) Reduction
ii.
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_______ is used in thermal power plant.
(a) Coal (b) Uranium (c) Natural gas (d) Water
iii. Chemically, vinegar is 4% _______.
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(a) Gluconic acid (b) Amino acid
(c) Citric acid (d) Acetic acid
iv. Government of India has encouraged the _______ for improving the production by launching
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NKM-16.
(a) Apiculture (b) Vermiculture
(c) Pisciculture (d) Sericulture
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v. Alcohol consumption mainly affects _______ system.

(a) Respiratory (b) Nervous
(c) Digestive (d) Circulatory
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(B) Answer the following questions: [5]

i. Write the scientific name of human being.
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ii. Find the odd man out:

Actin, Ossein, Myosin, Aldosterone
iii. State whether True or False:
The power available from the solar cell is AC.
iv. I have calcareous spines and I move with tube feet, which phylum do I belong to?
v. Write any one example of natural disasters.
Q. 2. (A) Give scientific reasons: (any two) [4]
i. Water is an essential nutrient.
ii. Tobacco chewing is injurious to health.
iii. It is absolutely necessary to control the fission reaction in nuclear power plants.
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(B) Answer the following questions: (any three) [6]
i. Complete the following chart:

_____________

Evidences of
_____________ _____________
Evolution

_____________

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ii. What is environment ? Write two types of environment.
iii. Observe the given diagram and write proper names in the blocks.

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Brain
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Liver

iv. Which precautions should be followed to maintain the reproductive health?

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v. Distinguish between butterfly and bat with the help of two distinguishing characteristics.

Q. 3. Answer the following questions: (any five) [15]

i. Redraw the table taking into account the relation between entries in the three columns.
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Column I Column II Column III

Coal Kinetic energy Nuclear power plant
Uranium Thermal energy Wind electricity plant
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Wind Nuclear energy Thermal plant

ii.

(a) Identify the class of the animals shown in the figure.

(b) Write two characteristics of that class.

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iii. Which precautions are necessary for proper decomposition of domestic waste?
iv. Write the importance of medicinal plants.
v. What will you do? Why?
(a) You are spending more time on Internet/mobile games, phone, etc.
(b) You have to use free space around your house for good purpose.
(c) Your brother studying in Std. XII has developed stress.
vi. The following are some picture of disasters. Which precautions would you take during these disasters?

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vii. Explain the concept of connecting links with two examples.
viii. (1) Write two sources of lipids.
(2) How much energy is obtained from lipids?

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(3) What is produced after digestion of lipids?
Q. 4. Answer the following questions: (any one) [5]
i. Draw a neat and labelled diagram of female reproductive system and give the functions of:
(a) Oviduct (b) Ovary
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ii. Explain the meanings of the following symbols:
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(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

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Board Activity Sheet: July 2023

BOARD ACTIVITY SHEET: July 2023

Science and Technology Part - 2
Time: 2 Hours Max Marks: 40

Note: i. All questions are compulsory.

ii. The numbers to the right of the questions indicate full marks.
iii. Answer to every main question must start on a new page.
iv. In case of MCQs (Q. No. 1(A)) only the first attempt will be evaluated and will be given credit.
v. For every MCQ, the correct alternative (A), (B), (C) or (D) with sub-question number is to be written
as an answer.

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For Eg.: (i) (A), (ii) (B), (iii) (C) or (iv) (D)
vi. Scientifically correct and labelled diagrams should be drawn wherever necessary.
vii. Each answer must have correct question number and sub-question number.

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Q.1. (A) Choose the correct alternative and write correct option number as answer: [5]
i. Genetic disorder like sickle cell anemia may be caused due to ________.

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(A) mutation (B) translation
(C) translocation (D) transcription
ii. Protein like interleukin produced by biotechnology is used against________ disease.
(A) anemia
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(C) diabetes (D) haemophilia
iii. We get________ of energy from one gram of lipid.
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(A) 9 cal (B) 4 kcal
(C) 4 cal (D) 9 kcal

iv. The _______ bacteria are useful for cleaning the hydrocarbons and oil pollutants from soil
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and water.
(A) Lactobacilli (B) Acidobacillus
(C) Pseudomonas (D) Streptococcus
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v. Human males have _________ numbers of chromosomes.

(A) 44 + XX (B) 44 + XY
(C) 22 + XY (D) 22 + XX
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(B) Answer the following: [5]

i. Pick the odd man out:
-carotene, lycopenes, xylitol, lutein.
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ii. Identify the phylum of the given animal:

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iii. Complete the given flow chart

Types of stem cells

depending upon source

_______ _______ Adult stem

cells

iv. State, if True or False:

Communication media like mobile phone, television, internet should be used often.

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v. Write the co-relation:
Ovary : Estrogen :: Testes: ……….. .
Q.2. (A) Give scientific reasons (any two): [4]

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i. Duck billed platypus is a connecting link.
ii. Biofuel is important among the renewable sources of energy.

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iii. Humans have a crucial role in maintaining environmental balance.
(B) Answer the following (any three): [6]
i. Draw a neat and labelled diagram of mitochondria and tri-carboxylic acid cycle.
ii.
iii.
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Write any two objections that were raised against Darwin’s Theory of Natural Selection.
Observe the given animal and answer the following questions:
(a) Identify the given animal and its phylum.
(b) Write any two characteristics of that phylum.
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iv. Write any two objectives of disaster management.

v. Complete the given conceptual chart:

Harmful Effects of
radioactive pollutants on
humans

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Q.3. Answer the following questions (any five): [15]
i. Observe the given figures and answer the following:

(A) (B) (C)

Identify the types of body symmetry and give one example of each apart from the given figure.
ii. Write a short note on — The types of Biodiversity.
iii. Complete the given chart:

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Sr. No. Body Constituents Proteins/Amino Acids
1. Blood ………..
2. ……….. Ossein
3. Skin ………..

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4. ……….. Insulin
5. Muscle ………..

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6. ……….. Various proteins of cell
membrane
iv. Rearrange and write proper alphabetical sequence only and complete the given blanks:
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(A) (C)
Inject virus in
the plant
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Entire plant is Consumption of raw potatoes

developed from the leaf helps to develop immunity
pieces containing genes
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against that pathogen

of human pathogen.
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(D) (E)
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Virus infects the

pieces of potato
________________
leaves.
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v. (a) Complete the given flow chart for electrical energy production based on thermal power plant.

Fuel Boiler for conversion

Coal of water to steam

(b) Complete the flow chart for energy transformation in thermal power plant.

Chemical Kinetic energy Electrical

energy in coal in steam energy

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vi. Complete the paragraph with the help of words given in the bracket:
(nutritive, ethanol, salt, actinomycetes, fermentation, carbon dioxide, lactic acid, Saccharomyces
cerevisiae)
Different types of breads are produced from flour of cereals. Dough is formed by mixing of baker's
yeast - …………, water, ……….. and other necessary materials with flour. Due to ………… of
carbohydrates by yeast, sugar is converted into ………… and ………… . Dough rises up due to CO2
and the bread becomes spongy. Bread and other products produced with the help of yeast become
……… .
vii. Fill in the blanks in the structure of Disaster Management Authority.

_______________________________

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Chairman: Prime Minister

Other Social/Private
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Organizations
State disaster management authority

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Chairman: Chief Minister

District disaster management authority

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Chairman: __________

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Chairman: Tehsildar System
involved in
actual rescue
_______ Village level Committee and
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Chairman: _________ rehabilitation
work

viii. (a) Write any two advantages and two problems associated with hydroelectric power plant.
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(b) Is hydroelectric power generation environment friendly? What is your opinion?

Q.4. Answer the following (any one): [5]
i. Answer the following questions in complete sentence based on female reproductive system:
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(a) How many immature oocytes are present at the time of birth in the ovary of female foetus?
(b) What is ovulation?
(c) What is menopause?
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(d) Draw scientifically correct diagram of female reproductive system.

(e) Label the following parts:
(i) Ovary
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(ii) Uterus
ii. (a) Complete the flow chart: (3)

Factors affecting
the Social Health

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(b) Observe the following pictures and answer the following: (2)
(i) Whether the incidence shown in the picture is rational or irrational? Justify your
answer.

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(ii) Identify the picture. What is the punishment given to the person shown in the

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Board Activity Sheet: March 2023

BOARD ACTIVITY SHEET: MARCH 2023

Science and Technology Part - 2
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 40

Note: i. All questions are compulsory.

ii. Use of calculator is not allowed.
iii. The numbers to the right of the questions indicate full marks.
iv. In case of MCQs (Q. No. 1(A)) only the first attempt will be evaluated and will be given credit.
v. For every MCQ, the correct alternative (A), (B), (C) or (D) with subquestion number is to be written
as an answer.

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For Eg.: (i) (A), (ii) (B), (iii) (C)
vi. Scientifically correct, labelled diagrams should be drawn wherever necessary.

Q.1. (A) Write the correct alternative: [5]

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i. Vestigial organ _______ present in human body is proof of evolution.
(A) Human hand (B) Appendix
(C) Ear muscles (D) Tail-bone

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Note: * Above question has three possible answers, [Option (B), (C) and (D)].
Modified Question:
i. Vestigial organ _______ present in human body is proof of evolution.
(A) Human hand (B) Appendix
(C) Ear
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ii. Type of sexual reproduction is _______.
(A) Fragmentation (B) Regeneration
(C) Gamete formation
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(D) Budding
Note: * Gamete formation is a process involved in sexual reproduction. It is not a type of sexual
reproduction.
Modified Question:
ii. _______ is not a type of asexual reproduction.
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(A) Fragmentation (B) Regeneration

(C) Gamete formation (D) Budding
iii. The apex consumer is _______.
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(A) Eagle (B) Frog

(C) Snake (D) Grasshopper
iv. The Hydroelectric capacity of Koyna dam is _______.
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(A) 2400 MW (B) 1960 MW

(C) 1900 MW (D) 1961 MW
v. Animal with bilateral symmetry is _______.
(A) Star fish (B) Human
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(C) Paramoecium (D) Amoeba

(B) Answer the following questions as per the given instructions: [5]
i. State whether the following statement is true or false:
To take selfie on road is the invitation for accident
ii. Write the correct co-relation:
Insulin : diabetes : : Interferon : __________
iii. To which class does bat belong?
iv. Match the correct pair:
Column ‘A’ Column ‘B’
(1) Forest Conservation Act (a) 1986
(b) 1980
(c) 1970
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v. Write the name of indicated part in diagram:
Human jaw

Q.2. (A) Give scientific reasons (any two): [4]

i. Sometimes higher plants and animals too perform anaerobic respiration.

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ii. It is absolutely necessary to control the fission reaction in nuclear power plant.
iii. Flower is structural unit of sexual reproduction in plants.
(B) Answer the following questions (any three): [6]

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i. Write a short note on Environmental Conservation.
ii. Distinguish between Chordates and Non-chordates.
iii. Write the correct answer in blank circles.

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Uses of stem cells
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iv. Write down any two objectives of disaster management.

v. What are the benefits of mixing ethanol with petrol and diesel?
Q.3. Answer the following questions (any five): [15]
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i. Darwin’s theory of natural selection.

ii. Complete the following chart:
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Sr. No. Proteins Name of the Organs

1. Melanin, Keratin _______________
2. _______________ Pancreas
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3. Haemoglobin, antibodies _______________

iii. Write the factors affecting environment.
iv. Answer the following questions from figure:
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Wall Power house

Generator
A Sluice gates
B
Reservoir

C Penstock Turbine

(a) With reference to point B, potential energy of how much water reservoir in the dam will be
converted into kinetic energy?

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(b) What will be the effect on electricity generation, if the channel taking water to turbine starts at
point A?
(c) What will be the effect on electricity generation, if the channel taking water to turbine starts at
point C?
v. Cockroach, Frog, Sparrow, Star fish, from these animals which can regenerate its broken body part?
vi. Complete the diagram showing various processes in tissue culture.

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Shooting
and Rooting
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vii. Which fuels are obtained from biomass?
viii. Complete the following passage by using appropriate words given in brackets:
(Delhi, 12, 2005, army, National Disaster, rescue work, State Reserve Police, 2015)
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National Disaster Response Force has been established as per the Disaster Management Act,
__________ Divisions of this force are working in army. Overall, __________ divisions are
working in the country. Its headquarter is in __________ and it is in action all over the
country with the help of __________. In Maharashtra, __________ Response Force is in
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action through State Reserve Police Force. Personnel of this force have substantial
contribution in __________ in disasters like cyclones, cliff-sliding, building collapse, etc.
Q.4. Answer any one of the following questions: [5]
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i. Answer the following questions by observing the diagram of menstrual cycle:

Hypothalamus
GnRH
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Pituitary gland
FSH
Changes in the
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LH
ovary during Corpus
menstruation Fully grown luteum Corpus
follicle Ovulation
albicans

Progesterone and estrogen

Estrogen Beginning of new
menstruation
Changes in the
uterus during
menstruation

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1516 1718 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 1 2

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(a) What is the period of menstruation?
(b) On which day does ovulation occur during menstrual cycle?
(c) In menstrual cycle which reproductive organs undergo changes?
(d) Which period is said to be period of regeneration of endometrium ?
(e) Which period is said to be period of secretions of glands in endometrium?
ii. Solve the following cross word:
3
5 6
4
2

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1 A D D I C T I O N

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(1) Continuous consumption of alcoholic and tobacco materials.
(2) This app may cause the cyber crimes.
(3) A remedy to resolve stress.
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(4) Requirement for stress free life.
(5) Various factors affect _______ health.
(6) Art of preparing food items.
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BOARD ACTIVITY SHEET: MARCH 2024

Science and Technology Part - 2
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 40

Note: i. All questions are compulsory.

ii. The numbers to the right of the questions indicate full marks.
iii. In case of MCQs [Q. No. 1(A)] only the first attempt will be evaluated and will be given credit.
iv. Scientifically and technically correct, labeled diagrams should be drawn wherever necessary.
v. Each new question should be started on the new page.

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Q.1. (A) Choose and write correct option number as answer: [5]
i. Regeneration occurs in _______.
(A) Amoeba (B) Paramoecium

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(C) Euglena (D) Planaria
ii. Lactobacillus brevis gives us the beverage _______.
(A) cocoa (B) coffee

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(C) wine (D) cider
iii. A minor change occurs due to change in position of any nucleotide is termed as _______.
(A) transcription (B) translocation
(C) mutation
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iv. Atomic power plant in Maharashtra is _______.
(A) Chandrapur (B) Koyana
(C) Tarapur (D) Anjanwel
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v. Example of phylum Arthropoda is ________.
(A) scorpion (B) starfish
(C) earthworm (D) Hydra
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(B) Solve the following: [5]

i. Pick the odd man out :
duckbill platypus, pomfret, lungfish, Peripatus.
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ii. Write co-relation :

Skin: Melanin :: Pancreas : _______
iii. State, true or false :
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Production of various useful aquatic organisms with the help of water is called blue
revolution.
iv. Write full form of WHO.
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v. Match the pair:

‘A’ ‘B’
(1) Male (a) 44 + XX
(b) 44 + XY
(c) 44 + YY
Q.2. (A) Give scientific reasons (any two): [4]
i. Though tortoise lives on land as well as in water, it cannot be included in class-Amphibia.
ii. Hydroelectric energy, solar energy and wind energy are called renewable energies.
iii. We feel tired after exercise.
(B) Answer any three of the following: [6]
i. Write four adverse effects of radiations on human body.
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ii. Redraw and complete the given chart.

Factors
affecting
the Social
Health

iii. Write any four important facts which must be thought over while considering the scope of
disaster.

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iv. Name two fuels obtained by microbial processes. Why is it necessary to increase the use of
such fuels?
v. What is DNA fingerprinting? Where is it mainly useful?

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Q.3. Answer any five: [15]
i. (a) What are vitamins?

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(b) Classify them according to their solubility.
(c) Give one example of each type as per above classification.
ii. Explain the following terms:
(a) Stem cells
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(b) Cloning
(c) Genetically modified crops.
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iii. Complete the given paragraph by filling the blank spaces from the options given in the
bracket.
[oxygen, pyridines, mechanical, CO2, petroleum, fatal, polyester, Nocardia]
Spilling of ________ oil occurs in ocean due to various reasons. This oil may prove
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________ and toxic to aquatic organisms. It is not easy to remove the oil layer from surface
of water by ________ method.
However, bacteria like Pseudomonas spp. and Alcanovorax borkumensis have to ability to
destroy the ________ and other chemicals. Hence, these bacteria are used to clear the oil
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spills. These are called as hydrocarbonoclastic bacteria (HCB). HCB decompose the
hydrocarbons and bring about the reaction of carbon with ________, ________ and water is
formed in this process.
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iv. Observe the given picture and answer the questions.

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Questions:
(a) Identify the given diagram.
(b) What is the source of energy in this project?
(c) Why this source is supposed to be ecofriendly?
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v. Complete the following chart:

Hobbies
helpful to
overcome
stress

vi. Write names of any six materials which are to be in the first aid box.

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vii. (a) Define vestigial organs.
(b) Write names of any two vestigial organs in the human body.
(c) Write name of those animals in which these vestigial organs are functional.
viii. Read the statements and answer accordingly:

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(a) Calcareous spines are present on the body. Tube feet are used for locomotion and
capturing prey also.
– Identify the phylum and give one example.

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(b) I live in your small intestine. Pseudocoelom is present in my thread like body.
– Identify the phylum and give one example.
(c) My body is spindle shaped. I respire with the help of gills.
– Identify my class and give one example.
Q.4. Answer any one:
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i. Answer the following questions based on human male reproductive system:
(a) In which organ sperms are formed?
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(b) What is the length of a sperm?
(c) What is the work of vas deferens?
(d) By which type of cell division, sperms are formed?
(e) Name any two unpaired organs of male reproductive system.
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ii. Answer the following questions based on environmental conservation and biodiversity:
(a) Complete the flow chart: 2

Classification of
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threatened species
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(b) How can biodiversity be conserved? Give any four points. 2

(c) Complete the flow chart: 1
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Colour of the pages in Red List of Endangered Species

Red List

_______ colour _______ colour

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Board Question Paper: December 2020

BOARD QUESTION PAPER: DECEMBER 2020

Science and Technology Part - 2
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 40

Note: i. All questions must be attempted.

ii. Wherever necessary scientifically correct diagrams and correct labelling should be drawn.
iii. Start every main question on a new page.
iv. Numbers to the right indicate full marks.
v. For Question No.1(A) MCQ marks will be given only for the first attempt.
vi. The answer to every MCQ should be written as shown:
Example – Q. No. 1(A) (i) (b).

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Q.1. (A) Choose the correct alternative from the given options: [5]
i. Water reservoir possesses _______ energy.
(A) Nuclear (B) Thermal

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(C) Kinetic (D) Potential
ii. In mitotic division, nuclear membrane completely disappear in _______ phase.
(A) Telophase (B) Prophase

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(C) Metaphase (D) Anaphase
iii. Genetic changes occur due to _______ pollution.
(A) Radioactive (B) Air lic (C) Water (D) Soil
iv. In human, sperm production occurs in the _______ organ.
(A) Seminal vesicle (B) Testes
(C) Prostate gland (D) Cowper’s gland
v. Which sanctuary of Assam is under threat due to dams and indiscriminate use of water?
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(A) Tadoba (B) Kaziranga (C) Manas (D) Sundarban
(B) Answer the following sub-questions as per given instruction: [5]
i.
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Name the locomotory organ of animal shown in the above figure.

ii. Find the correct co-relation:
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Spirogyra: Fragmentation :: Planaria : _______.

iii. Write whether the following statement is True or False:
DNA fingerprinting is mainly useful in Forensic Sciences.
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iv. Write the molecular formula:

4% acetic acid (Vinegar).
v. Which molecules are necessary for the formation of plasma membrane?
Q.2. (A) Give scientific reasons (any two): [4]
i. While performing the exercise, we feel tired.
ii. Hydroelectric energy, solar energy and wind energy are called renewable energies.
iii. Microbial enzymes are used instead of chemical catalysts in chemical industry.
(B) Answer the following questions (any three): [6]
i. Distinguish between Aerobic respiration and Anaerobic respiration (any two points).
ii. Write a short note on Sacred groves.
iii. Explain the term:
Modern technology of reproduction IVF.

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iv. How is Balanoglossus connecting link between chordates and non-chordates?
v. Explain Darwin’s theory of natural selection.
Q.3. Answer any five questions from the following. [15]
i.

(a) (b) (c)

Identify and explain the above different types of symmetry.
ii. Write any six factors affecting the social health.

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iii. Complete the following chart:
Substance obtained by microbial processing Roles
(a) Citric acid _______

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(b) Ascorbic acid _______
(c) Beta carotene _______
(d) Glycolipids _______

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(e) Vanillin _______
(f) Xylitol _______
iv. Explain the three different levels of Biodiversity.
v.
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Observe the following figure and answer the questions:

GnRH Hypothalamus
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FSH
LH
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1718 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2

a. Identify the process in above figure and after how many days it will repeat again?
b. Write the names of hormones involved in this process.
vi. What are the advantage of hydroelectric power generation?
vii. a. Define vestigial organs.
b. Write name of any two vestigial organs in human body.
c. Explain how one human vestigial organ is functional in another animal.
viii. What will you do in the following cases and why?
a. Child of your neighbour is addicted to tobacco chewing.
b. You have to use free space around your home for good purpose.
c. Your friend has developed the hobby of snapping selfies.
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Q.4. Solve any one of the following: [5]
i. a. What is meant by disaster management? [1]
b. Classify the following activities into pre-disaster management and post-disaster
management: [2]
(i) Identifying the pro-disaster areas.
(ii) Quick establishment of help centre.
(iii) Participation of preferably local people saved from the disaster in arranging the
help to victims.
(iv) Getting special training for disaster management.
c. Complete the diagram: [2]

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Necessary materials in
First-aid box

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ii. Observe the figure and answer the following questions:

Inject virus in
the plant
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Virus infects
the pieces of
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potato leaves
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a. Identify the process given in the above figure. [1]

b. Write the importance of above process. [2]
c. Write any two benefits of Biotechnology. [2]
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Board Question Paper: March 2022

BOARD QUESTION PAPER: MARCH 2022

Science and Technology Part ‐ 2
Time: 2 Hours Max Marks: 40

Note: i. All questions are compulsory.

ii. Use of a calculator is not allowed.
iii. The numbers to the right of the questions indicate full marks.
iv. In case of MCQs (Q. No. 1(A)) only the first attempt will be evaluated and will be given credit.
v. For each MCQ, the correct alternative (A), (B), (C), (D) with subquestion number is to be written as
an answer.

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For Eg: (i) (A), (ii) (B), (iii) (C)
vi. Scientifically correct, labelled diagrams should be drawn wherever necessary.

Q.1. (A) Write the correct alternative: [5]

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i. Bones contain ________ amino acids.
(A) Melanin (B) Haemoglobin
(C) Ossein (D) Insulin

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ii. Giant squirrel is an example of ________ threatened species.
(A) Endangered (B) Rare
(C) Vulnerable lic (D) Indeterminate
iii. Human being belongs to ________ class.
(A) Mammalia (B) Amphibia
(C) Reptilia (D) Cyclostomata
iv. Organs like _______ can be donated after death.
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(A) Skin (B) Heart
(C) Lungs (D) Bones
v. Volcano is a _________ disaster.
(A) Social (B) Political
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(C) Biological (D) Geological

(B) Answer the following: [5]
i. Find the odd one out:
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Earthquake, Flooding, Tsunami, War

ii. State true or false:
Oxidation of proteins is carried out in aerobic respiration.
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iii. Complete the correlation:

Western ghat : Asiatic lion : : Sunderban sanctuary : __________
iv. Which type of fuel is used in thermal power plant?
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v. Identify the picture and name it.

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Q.2. (A) Give scientific reasons (any two): [4]
i. Cell division is one of the important properties of cell and organisms.
ii. Cockroach belongs to phylum Arthropoda.
iii. Power generation plant based on natural gas is eco-friendly.
(B) Answer the following (any three): [6]
i. Complete the following diagram:

Morphological

Evidences of
Evolution

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Similarities
in bone
structure

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ii. What do we learn from the story of Jadav Molai Payeng?
iii. Distinguish between sexual reproduction and asexual reproduction. (two points)

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iv. Define genetically modified crops and give any two examples.
v. What are vitamins? Write two types of vitamins.
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Q.3. Answer the following (any five): [15]
i. Explain the meanings of the following symbols:

(1) (2) (3)

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ii. Write any three characteristics of class reptilia.

iii. (1) Which substance is used to produce cheese?
(2) Which enzyme was used earlier for cheese production?
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(3) Which enzyme is used to produce vegetarian cheese?

iv. (1) Which process is shown in the given diagram?
(2) What is the importance of this process?
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(3) Which organs can be transplanted by this process?

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v. What is meant by disaster? Write any two examples of each natural and man-made disaster.
vi. Write the objections raised against Darwin’s theory of natural selection.

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Biomass
Solar energy + CO2
Conversion
of cellulose
to glucose Harvesting

Threshing

Cellulose CO2
Sugars
Biofuel CO2

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CO2
CO2
Liquid fuel
production
through
fermentation

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(1) Which process is shown in the above given picture?
(2) Give two examples for liquid fuels and solid fuels obtained by this process.

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vi. (1) Complete the stages in electric generator using wind energy.
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(2) Write limitations in an electric generator using wind energy.

Q.4. Answer any one of the following: [5]

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i. a. Sketch and label the essential and accessory whorls of flower.
b. What is pollination?
c. Give any two examples of agents of pollination.
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ii. What will you do?

(1) You are spending more time on internet.
(2) Child of your neighbour is addicted to tobacco chewing.
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(3) Your sister has become incommunicative.

(4) You have to use free space around your home for good purpose.
(5) Your brother studying in XII has developed the stress.
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BOARD QUESTION PAPER: MARCH 2020

Science & Technology Part - 2
Time: 2 Hours Total Marks: 40

Note:
i. All questions are compulsory.
ii. Use of calculator is not allowed.
iii. The numbers to the right of the questions indicate full marks.
iv. In case of MCQs [Q. No. 1(A)], only the first attempt will be evaluated and will be given credit.
v. For every MCQ, the correct alternative (A), (B), (C) or (D) with sub-question number is to be written as an
answer.
For e.g. (i) (A), (ii) (B), (iii) (C).
vi. Scientifically correct, labelled diagrams should be drawn wherever necessary.

Q.1. (A) Choose the correct option and write its number for the following questions: [5]
i. Transfer of information from molecule of DNA to mRNA is called _______ process.
(A) Transcription (B) Translation (C) Translocation (D) Mutation
ii. Body breaks up into several fragments and each fragment starts to live as a new individual. This is _______
type of reproduction.
(A) Budding (B) Fragmentation (C) Regeneration (D) Binary fission
iii. Incomplete combustion of fuels leads to formation of _______
(A) Carbon monoxide (B) Carbon dioxide
(C) Chlorofluorocarbon (D) Hydrogen sulphide
iv. The spindle fibres start appearing from _______ stage of karyokinesis.
(A) Prophase (B) Metaphase (C) Anaphase (D) Telophase
v. Salts which can be used as supplement of calcium and iron are obtained from _______
(A) Carbonic acid (B) Acetic acid (C) Citric acid (D) Gluconic acid
Q.1. (B) Solve the following questions: [5]
i. Find odd one out:
Drying, Salting, Cooking, Soaking with sugar.
ii. Write the correct co-relation:
Annelida: Earthworm :: Platyhelminthes: _______
iii. State whether True/False:
Tobacco containing substances cannot cause cancer of mouth and lungs.
iv. Write function of testes.
v. I am connecting link between Reptilia and mammals. What is my name?
Q.2. (A) Give Scientific Reasons. (Any two) [4]
i. Indians should follow family planning for controlling the population.
ii. We feel exhausted after exercising.
iii. Hydroelectric energy, solar energy and wind energy are called renewable energies.
Q.2. (B) Solve the following questions. (Any three) [6]
i. Complete the following chart:

Effect of Radioactive
Polution

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ii. Distinguish between Aves and Mammalia.
iii. By observing given picture, write any two effects of this disaster:

iv. Explain four ways to minimize stress.

v. Complete the following conceptual picture:

Oil spill

Microbes

Biogas and
Composting

Q.3. Solve the following questions (Any five): [15]

i. Explain the importance of Anatomical evidences with examples.
ii. What will you do? Why?
a. Child of your neighbor is addicted to tobacco chewing.
b. Your friend has developed the hobby of snapping selfies.
c. Your sister has become incommunicative. She prefers to remain alone.
iii. Which precautions are necessary for proper decomposition of domestic waste?
iv. Observe the following diagram. Write the answers of the following questions.

Wings Head
Thorax

Abdomen
Legs

a. To which phylum does the animal included in the diagram belong?

b. What is the exoskeleton made up?
c. What is the symmetry?
v. Explain the following concepts in short:
a. Surrogacy
b. In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
c. Sperm Bank
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vi. Label the body organization of human in the following figure:

vii. Make a table based on forms of energy and corresponding devices:

Forms of Energy Devices
a. Electric _______

b. Mechanical Sewing machine, Bicycle

c. Thermal _______

d. _______ Solar cooker, Solar heater

viii. Complete the paragraph using proper words:

(Mechanical, Rhizobium, Aquatic, Toxic, CO2, Nitrogen, Pseudomonas, Amoeba, Bacteria, Hydrocarbons)
Spilling of petroleum oil occurs in ocean due to various reasons. This oil may prove fatal and toxic to
_______ organisms. It is not easy to remove the oil layer from surface of water by _______ method.
However, bacteria like _______ spp. and Alcanivorax borkumensis have the ability to destroy the pyridines
and other chemicals. Hence, these _______ are used to clear the oil spills, These are called as
hydrocarbonoclastic bacteria (HCB). HCB decompose the _______ and bring about the reaction of carbon
with oxygen. _______ and water is formed in this process.
Q.4. Solve the following questions (Any one): [5]
i. Attempts at various levels are performed for conserving environment. Which role would you like to perform.
Give two actions each:
a. Prevention b. Control c. Production
d. Awareness e. Conservation
ii. a. What is Biotechnology?
b. Give one use of Biotechnology.
c. Give one commercial use of Biotechnology.
d. Write two bacterial examples of biofertilizer.
e. Write two names of crops genetically developed.