SECTION-A

1. Which of the following option shows the transport 3. Which of the following events in the mouth cavity
of oxygen to the cell correctly? [1 Mark] will be affected if salivary amylase is lacking in
the saliva? [1 Mark]
(A) Lungs → pulmonary vein → left atrium → (A) Starch breaking down into sugars.
left ventricle → aorta → body cells (B) Proteins breaking down into amino acids.
(C) Absorption of vitamins.
(B) Lungs → pulmonary vein → right atrium → (D) Fats breaking down into fatty acids and
right ventricle → aorta → body cells glycerol.
(C) Lungs → pulmonary artery → left atrium → 4. Which hormone plays a crucial role in apical
left ventricle → vena cava → body cells dominance in plants? [1 Mark]
(A) ABA (B) Cytokinin
(D) Lungs → pulmonary artery → right atrium → (C) Gibberellins (D) Auxin
right ventricle → vena cava → body cells
5. A common feature of reproduction in Amoeba,
Spirogyra and Yeast is that:
2. Accumulation of non-biodegradable pesticides in (A) Asexual reproduction occurs after sexual
the food chain in increasing amount at each higher reproduction.
trophic level is known as [1 Mark] (B) Asexual reproduction occurs before sexual
(A) eutrophication reproduction.
(B) pollution (C) Asexual reproduction does involve fusion of
gametes.
(C) biomagnification
(D) Asexual reproduction involves only one
(D) accumulation parent.

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6. Two pea plants one with round green seeds 10. How do guard cells open and close stomatal pores?
(RRyy) and another with wrinkled yellow (rrYY) [2 Marks]
seeds produce F1 progeny having round, yellow
(RrYy) seeds. When F1 plants are selfed, the F2 11. Differentiate between biodegradable and non-
progeny will have the following combination of biodegradable substances. [2 Marks]
characters
[1 Mark] 12. Distinguish between external and internal
(A) 15 : 1 (B) 9 : 3 : 3 : 1 fertilization. Give examples of each. [2 Marks]
(C) 9 : 3 : 4 (D) 12 : 3 : 1

7. Medulla oblongata of hindbrain controls 13. (i) How are the alveoli designed to maximise the
[1 Mark] exchange of gases?
(A) Rate of heartbeat (B) Posture (ii) How does the small intestine absorb digested
(C) Thinking (D) vision food?
[3 Marks]
8. Assertion: Nerve impulses are carried from 14. (i) Why does menstruation occur?
gustatory cells of taste buds to the brain. (ii) How does a human foetus derive nutrition?
Reason: Taste center in the brain is responsible for [3 Marks]
perceiving the taste sensation.
[1 Mark] 15. Ozone layer is present in the earth's atmosphere
(A) Both Assertion and Reason arc true, and the and shields the surface of the earth from ultraviolet
Reason is the correct explanation of the (UV) radiation from the sun. There is 'bad' ozone
Assertion. formed in the lower atmosphere that harms plants
(B) Both Assertion and Reason arc true, but the and animals and also 'good' ozone found in the
Reason is not the correct explanation of the upper part of the atmosphere. It contains three
Assertion. oxygen atoms (O3) which are formed as a
(C) Assertion is true, but Reason is false. consequence of photochemical reactions in the
(D) Assertion is false, but Reason is true. environment. [4 Marks]
(i) The good ozone is present in which layer of
9. Assertion: The sex of a child in human beings will the atmosphere?
be determined by the type of chromosome he/she (A) Troposphere (B) Mesosphere
inherits from the father. (C) Stratosphere (D) Thermosphere
Reason: A child who inherits “X‟ chromosome
from his father would be a girl (XX), while a child (ii) The enhanced UV radiations would affect
who inherits a “Y‟ chromosome from the father humans and other animals. It can cause:
would be a boy (XY). (A) skin cancer in human beings.
[1 Mark] (B) cataract in eyes of human beings.
(A) Both Assertion and Reason arc true, and the (C) crop yield reduction.
Reason is the correct explanation of the (D) All of the above.
Assertion. (iii) Read the given statements regarding the
(B) Both Assertion and Reason arc true, but the ozone layer.
Reason is not the correct explanation of the I. The amount of ozone in the atmosphere
Assertion. began to drop sharply in the 1960s.
(C) Assertion is true, but Reason is false. II. Ozone is formed in the atmosphere as a
(D) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
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 III. Harmful chemicals produce active 16. Attempt either A or B
chlorine in presence of UV radiations (A) (a) Draw a schematic representation of
that destroys ozone layers. transport and exchange of oxygen and
IV. Ozone absorbs harmful UV radiations carbon dioxide during transportation of
and X-rays emitted by sun. blood in human beings and label on it:
Select the option that correctly identifies them Lung capillaries, pulmonary artery to
lungs, Aorta to body, pulmonary vein
as true (T) and false. (F).
from lungs.
(A) I – False, II-False, III-True, IV-False (b) What is the advantage of separate
(B) I – False, II-True, III-True, IV-False channels in mammals and birds for
(C) I – True, II-True, III-False, IV-False oxygenated and deoxygenated blood?
(D) I – True, II-False, III-True, IV-True [5 Marks]
(iv) Which of the following is a primary cause of OR
ozone depletion? (B) (a) What is the importance of DNA copying
in reproduction?
(A) Increased carbon dioxide levels from
(b) What are the different methods of
industrial emissions. contraception? Explain Barrier methods,
(B) The release of chlorofluorocarbons Chemical methods and IUDs.
(CFCs) and other halogenated
hydrocarbons.
(C) Rising global temperatures and the
greenhouse effect.
(D) Volcanic eruptions releasing large
amounts of sulfur dioxide.

SECTION-B
17. Which of the following equations represent redox (B) turns colourless and grey substance is
reactions and what are the values of ‘p’ and ‘q’ in deposited on the copper coin.
these equations? [1 Mark] (C) turns colourless and a reddish-brown
Equation-1: PbO(s) + p C(s)  Pb(s) + CO(g) substance is deposited on the copper coin.
Equation-2: Fe2O3(s) + q CO(g)  2 Fe(s) + (D) remains green with no change in copper coin.
3CO2(g)
(A) Only equation 1 is a redox reaction 19. The pair(s) which will show displacement reaction
p=1&q=3 is/are: [1 Mark]
(B) Both equations 1 and 2 are redox reactions, (i) NaCl solution and copper metal
p=2&q=4
(ii) AgNO3 solution and copper metal
(C) Only equation 2 is a redox reaction
p=3&q=1 (iii) Al2(SO4)3 solution and magnesium metal
(D) Both equations 1 and 2 are redox reactions (iv) ZnSO4 solution and iron metal
p=1&q=3
(A) (ii) only
18. On placing a copper coin in a test tube containing (B) (ⅱ) and (iii)
green ferrous sulphate solution it will be observed (C) (iii) and (iv)
that the ferrous sulphate solution. [1 Mark]
(D) (i) and (ii)
(A) turns blue and grey substance is deposited on
the copper coin.
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20. Phenolpthalein and methyl orange are acid-base 24. Assertion: Zinc reacts with dilute H2SO4 to give
indicators. They are added in aqueous acidic out H₂ gas but no H₂ gas is obtained with dilute
solution and aqueous basic solution. Identify the HNO3.
missing ‘X’ and ‘Y’. [1 Mark] Reason: Zinc lies above H₂ in the activity series
Indicator Colour in Colour in of metals. [1 Mark]
acidic basic (A) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and the
Reason is the correct explanation of the
solution solution
Assertion.
Phenolphthalein ‘X’ Pink (B) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but the
Methyl orange Red ‘Y’ Reason is not the correct explanation of the
(A) X – Colourless Y - Yellow Assertion.
(B) X – Pink Y – Orange (C) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(C) X – Red Y - Yellow (D) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
(D) X – Colourless Y - Red
25. The following activity was performed by a science
teacher in the lab.
She burnt a magnesium wire, collected the ashes
21. Select the statement(s) which are incorrect about
and dissolved in water. Now, she repeated the
bases? [1 Mark]
same activity with sulphur powder. She then tested
(i) Bases turn phenolpthalein solution colourless
the resultant solution with litmus paper. [2
(ii) Bases are bitter and turn blue litmus red
Marks]
(iii) Bases have a pH value more than 7
(a) What is the nature of the solutions formed?
(iv) Dissolution of bases in water in an
Support your answer with relevant chemical
exothermic process.
equations.
(A) (i), (ii) and (iv) (B) (i) and (ii)
(b) What is the effect on the litmus paper in both
(C) (iii) and (iv) (D) (i) and (iv) the cases?
22. Platinum, silver and gold are the metals most
preferred for making jewellery. Mark the most 26. (A) The diagram shows the reaction between
appropriate reason: [1 Mark] metal and dilute acid.
(A) They are highly unreactive (i) (ii) Mg + dil.
(B) They have high malleability and ductility Zn + dil. HCl
(C) These metals are resistant to corrosion HCl
(D) All of the above

23. You are a student in chemistry class peforming an (iii) (iv)

acitivity to understand the concept of homologous Fe + dil. Cu + dil.
series in alcohols. Your task is to analyse the HCl HCl
molecular formulae and molecular masses of (D) They all contain – COOH group.
various alochols and identify the pattern in their
structures.
Based on the activity, which of the following best
describes the relationship among the alcohols
CH3OH, C2H5OH, C3H7OH, and C4H9OH?
[1 Mark]
(A) They are all structural isomers of each other.
(B) They differ by a – CH2 group / 14 u molecular
mass and represent a homologous series.
(C) They have different physical and chemical
properties.

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(P) What is the reason for difference in the
behaviour of Mg in test tube (ii)?
(Q) What will happen if magnesium is replaced
by calcium in the same test tube? [3
Marks]
OR
(B) State the reason for the following:
(i) Aluminium oxide is called an amphoteric
oxide
(ii) Hydrogen gas is not evolved when most
metals react with nitric acid
(iii) Sodium and potassium metals are kept
immersed under kerosene.

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27. A compound which is prepared from gypsum has (b) A metal “M” is found in nature as its
the property of hardening when mixed with proper carbonate MCO3. It is used in
quantity of water. [3 Marks] galvanization of iron articles. Identify the
(i) Identify the compound and write its chemical metal M and name its ore, MCO 3. How
formula. will you convert this carbonate ore into
(ii) How is the compound formed? free metal? [5 Marks]
(iii) What special precautions should be taken
during preparation of this compound? OR

28. When ethanol reacts with ethanoic acid in the (B) (a) During extraction of metals, electrolytic
presence of conc. H2SO4, a substance with fruity refining is used to obtain pure metals.
smell is produced. Answer the following: [4 Marks] (i) Which material will be used as
(i) State the class of compounds to which fruity anode and cathode for refining of
smelling compounds belong. Write the copper metal by this process?
chemical equation for the reaction and write
(ii) Suggest a suitable electrolyte for the
the chemical name of the product formed.
(ii) State the role of conc. H2SO4. above process.
OR (iii) During electrolysis where do we
A salt (×) is formed and a gas is evolved when deposition of pure copper?
ethanoic acid reacts with NaHCO3. Name the (b) Distinguish between ‘roasting’ and
salt (×) amd the gas evolved. ‘calcination’. Which of these is used for
(iii) List two tests for experimentally ditinguishing sulphide ores and why?
between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid.

29. Attempt either option A or B

(A) (a) Name a metal for each case:
(i) It does not react with cold as well as
hot water, but reacts with steam.
(ii) It does not react with any physical
state of water.
(iii) When calcium metal is added to
water, the gas evolved does not
catch fire but the same gas evolved
on adding sodium metal to water
catches fire. Why?

SECTION-C
30. Ronit was reviewing Ohm's Law and wrote down [Link] resistance of a conductor depends on its
the following statements: [1 Mark] material, length, and cross-sectional area.
I. Ohm’s Law states that the current through a Choose the correct option regarding Ohm's Law.
conductor is directly proportional to the (A) I and II
voltage across it, provided the temperature (B) II and III
remains constant. (C) I and III
II. Ohm’s Law applies only to conductors that (D) I, II, and III
have a non-linear relationship between
current and voltage.
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31. Choose the correct explanation for why stars appear 34. Attempt either option A or B.
to twinkle: [1 Mark] (A) Show how you would connect three resistors,
(A) The stars themselves are not constant in each of resistance 6 Ω, so that the combination
has a resistance of (i) 9 Ω, (ii) 4 Ω. [2
brightness, they are flickering. Marks]
(B) The atmosphere causes the light from stars to
refract and scatter, leading to the twinkling (B) In the circuit diagram below, find (i) total
resistance. (ii) current shown by the ammeter
effect.
A.
(C) Stars emit different colors, causing the
twinkling effect.
(D) The light from the stars is blocked by the
Earth’s atmosphere, causing it to twinkle.

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A + –
32. Assertion: Refraction occurs when light passes
from one medium to another.
Reason: The change in frequency of light happens as 35. Study the diagram and answer the questions the
it enters a different medium causes bending. [1 Mark] follows: [3 Marks]
(A) Both Assertion and Reason arc true, and the
Reason is the correct explanation of the
Assertion. N N'
(B) Both Assertion and Reason arc true, but the
Reason is not the correct explanation of the (a) Identify the defect of vision represented by
Assertion. this diagram.
(C) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(D) Assertion is false, but Reason is true. (b) List the two possible causes of this defect.

33. The given image shows the formation of an image (c) With the help of ray diagram explain how
with an optical instrument. [2 Marks] this defect can be corrected.

A 36. An object of size 7.0 cm is placed at 27 cm in front

A' of a concave mirror of focal length 18 cm. At what
B B' F C distance from the mirror, should a screen be
8 cm 12 cm placed, so that a sharp focussed image can be
obtained? Find the size and nature of the image? [3
Marks]
(a) Identify the optical instrument (shown
schematically as a rectangle) in the image. 37. (a) Draw a diagram that represents a uniform
(b) What type of image is formed in this case? magnetic field in a given region.
(c) Based on the measurements given in the
image, calculate the image distance. (b) List any two properties of magnetic field
lines. [3 Marks]

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38. A recent news report described how a local 39. Attempt either option A or B.
scientist demonstrated the use of electromagnets to (A) A hot plate of an electric oven connected to a
lift heavy iron objects at a scrapyard. The 220 V line has two resistance coils A and B.
demonstration included turning the electromagnet each of 24  resistance, which may be used
on and off to control when the metal was picked up separately in series or in parallel. What are
or released, showing its practical use in managing the currents in three cases? [5 Marks]
large amounts of scrap metal. [4 Marks] OR
(A) Explain how the number of coils affects the
strength of the magnetic field produced by (B) Explain the following questions
an electromagnet. (i) Why is tungsten used almost
exclusively for filament of electric
lamps?
(ii) Why are the conductors of electric
heating devices such as bread toasters
and electric irons made of alloys
rather than pure metals?
(iii) Why is the series arrangement not for
used domestic circuits?
(iv) How does the resistance of a wire vary
(B) How does the material of the core inside the with its area of cross-section?
electromagnet affect its magnetic strength? (v) Why are copper and aluminium wires
Attempt either subpart C or D usually employed for electricity
(C) What practical applications of transmission?
electromagnets can you observe in your daily
life, apart from the scrapyard example?
OR
(D) Draw a neat and labelled diagram of an
electromagnet.

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