DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL CLA SS: X

INSTRUCTIONS P RE M ID - TE RM [ P T – 1]
Read all the questions carefully before attempting them. Write using only blue/black ink.
Duration: 2 HOURS. Avoid writing anything/ticking answers in the question paper. SUB JE CT: SC IE NCE
Attach graph paper/map etc. (if any) in between the main answer booklet.

Saturday, July 20. 2019

SESSION: 2019-20 MAX. MARKS: 40

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: -
 Choose one most appropriate answer for the multiple choice questions.
 1 mark questions are to be answered in 1-20 words.
 2 marks questions are to be answered in 20-30 words.
 3 marks questions are to be answered in 30-60 words.

PHYSICS [14 MARKS]

SECTION – A
1. For the circuits shown in fig. (a) and (b), the voltmeter reading would be: [½]
(a) 2 V in circuit (a) and 0 V in circuit (b)
(b) 0 V in both circuits
(c) 2 V in both circuits
(d) 0 V in circuit (a) and 2 V in circuit (b)

2. A student has connected three voltmeters across three resistances R1, R2 and R3 as shown in
the circuit. Given that R1 < R2 < R3.Choose V1, V2, and V3 in decreasing order of the reading
shown by each of them. [½]
(a) V1<V2<V3
(b) V1 > V2 > V3
(c) V1 < V3 > V2
(d) V2 > V1 < V3

3. A student, while studying the force experienced by a current carrying conductor in a

magnetic field, records the following observations:
(i) The force experienced by the conductor increases as the current is increased.
(ii) The force experienced by the conductor decreases as the strength of the magnetic field is
increased.
Which of the two observations is correct and why? [1]
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SECTION – B
4. (a) Write two advantages of connecting electrical devices in parallel with the battery
instead of connecting them in series.
(b) How can three resistors 2 Ω, 3 Ω and 6 Ω be connected to get total resistance of
(i) 4 Ω (ii) 1 Ω? [2]

5. Draw the pattern of lines of force due to magnetic field associated with a current carrying
straight conductor. [2]
State how the magnetic field produced changes:
(a) With an increase in current in the conductor
(b) The distance from the conductor.

6. (i) Draw the pattern of magnetic field lines around a current carrying solenoid.
(ii) Write the principle of electric motor. [2]

SECTION – C
7. Draw a circuit diagram consisting of a battery of three cells of 2 V each, a 5 Ω, 8 Ω and 12 Ω
resistors, a plug key are all connected in series. An ammeter is connected to measure the
current through the resistors and a voltmeter to measure the voltage across the 12 Ω
resistor. What would be the readings in the ammeter and voltmeter? [3]

8. Answer the following questions: [3]

a. If a wire of resistivity ρ is stretched to thrice its initial length, what will be its new
resistivity?
b. Why is tungsten metal selected for making filaments of incandescent lamp bulbs?
c. Two bulbs are marked 60W, 220V and 100W, 220V. These are connected in parallel
to 220V mains. Which one of the two will glow brighter?

CHEMISTRY [13 MARKS]

SECTION – A
1. An aqueous solution of “X” turns red litmus blue. Excess addition of which of the following
would reverse the change i.e., will turn blue litmus red? [½]
(a) Washing Soda (b) Lime water
(c) Sodium hydroxide solution (d) Sulphuric acid

2. Which of the following statements about the following reaction are correct? [½]
3Fe + 4H2O → Fe3O4 + 4H2
i) Iron metal is getting oxidized ii) Water is getting reduced
iii) Water is acting as reducing agent iv) Water is acting as oxidizing agent

(a) i, ii & iii (b) i , iii & iv (c) i , ii & iv (d) ii , iii & iv

3. Mention two changes observed on keeping iron nails dipped in Copper sulphate solution
for about 30 minutes. [1]

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4. Dry hydrogen chloride gas does not turn blue litmus red , whereas hydrochloric acid does.
Why? [1]

SECTION – B
5. When the powder of a common metal is heated in an open china dish, its colour turns
black. However when hydrogen is passed over the hot black substance so formed, it regains
its original colour. Based on the above information answer the following questions:
i) Identify the metal taken and black compound formed. [1]
ii) Give chemical reaction for both the steps. [1]

6. (a) Write chemical equation for preparation of plaster of Paris ?

(b) Why should a mild base be rubbed on the area stung by honey-bee? [2]

SECTION – C
7. Draw labelled diagram of the experimental set-up showing the decomposition of lead
nitrate. List two main observations. Write balanced equation for the reaction stating the
physical state of the reactant and the products. [3]

8. Answer the following:

a) The pH value of three solutions A, B, C is 4, 8 and 11. Arrange them in order of
increasing acid strength. [1]
b) How will you test the gas which is formed when Metal carbonates react with dilute
Acid? [1]
c) Name the three products obtained on electrolysis of an aqueous solution of Sodium
chloride. Why is this process called Chlor – Alkali Process? [1]

BIOLOGY [13 MARKS]

SECTION – A
1. Which nutritive strategy is used by organisms like tape-worms? [½]
a. Parasitic b. Saprotrophic c. Autotrophic d. Holozoic

2. Which amongst the following enters mitochondria during aerobic respiration? [½]
a. Ethanol b. Lactic acid c. Pyruvate d. CO2

3. Name two nutrients that are absorbed in the small intestine and reabsorbed from the
kidney tubules. [1]

4. Mention two functions of transpiration. [1]

SECTION – B
5. a. Define excretion
b. Differentiate between ureter and urethra [1+1=2]

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6. a. During the breathing cycle, when air is taken in and let out, the lungs always contain
a residual volume of air. Validate the significance of residual volume.
b. How are alveoli adapted for exchange of gases? Give any two points. [1+1=2]

SECTION – C
7. Answer the following: [3]
a. Why do arteries have thick, elastic walls?
b. What is the function of valves in the heart?
c. Define double circulation

8. Draw the Human alimentary canal; name and label only the following parts: [3]
a. The organ that secretes bile juice.
b. The organ where pepsin is produced.
c. The site where water absorption takes place from unabsorbed food
d. The site where the process of digestion is completed

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INSTRUCTIONS M ID - TE RM A SSE SSM E NT
Read all the questions carefully before attempting them. Write using only blue/black
ink. Duration: 3 HOURS. Avoid writing anything/ticking answers in the question
paper. Attach graph paper/map etc. (if any) in between the main answer booklet.
SUB JE CT: SC IE NCE
Friday. September 20. 2019

NAME OF THE STUDENT: ____________________________________CLASS/SEC.__________

NAME OF THE INVIGILATOR: ________________________________SIGNATURE: ________
SESSION: 2019-20 MAX. MARKS: 80

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. Question numbers 1 to 10 in Section – A are multiple choice questions. Each question is a
one mark question. You have to select one most appropriate response out of the four
provided to you.
3. Question numbers 11 to 20 in Section – B are one mark questions. These are to be
answered in one word or in one sentence.
4. Question numbers 21 to 30 in Section – C are three marks questions. These are to be
answered in about 50 words each.
5. Question numbers 31 to 36 in Section – D are five marks questions. These are to be
answered in about 70 words each.

SECTION – A [MCQ]
1. A fuse is always connected with an electrical circuit in [1]
(a) Parallel (b) Series
(c) Series and parallel (d) None of these

2. A positively charged particle projected towards west is deflected towards north by a

magnetic field. The direction of magnetic field is [1]
(a) Towards south (b) Towards east (c) Downward (d) Upward

3. Which of the following lenses would you prefer to use while reading small letters found in
a dictionary? [1]
(a) A convex lens of focal length 50 cm (c) A convex lens of focal length 5 cm
(b) A concave lens of focal length 50 cm (d) A concave lens of focal length 5 cm

4. In which of the following heat energy is evolved? [1]

(a) Electrolysis of water
(b) Dissolution of NH4Cl in water
(c) Decomposition of AgBr in the presence of sunlight
(d) Burning of L.P.G.

5. On passing excess CO2 through lime water, the milkiness disappears due to the formation
of [1]
(a) CaCO3 (b) Ca(HCO3)2 (c) Ca(OH)2 (d) CaCl2

6. Bronze medals are made up of [1]

(a) Cu and Zn (b) Zn and Ni (c) Cu and Sn (d) Cu, Zn, Tn
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7. An element has an atomic number of 15. With which of the following elements will it show
similar chemical properties. [1]
(a) Be (4) (b) Ne (10) (c) N (7) (d) O (8)

8. The sensation for feeling full is because of a centre associated with hunger located in [1]
(a) Mid brain (b) Hind brain (c) Fore brain (d) Medulla

9. Oxygen liberated during photosynthesis comes from [1]

(a) Water (b) Chlorophyll (c) Carbon dioxide (d) Glucose

10. Choose the correct path of urine in our body [1]

a. Kidney → Ureter → Urethra → Urinary bladder
b. Kidney → Urinary bladder → Urethra → Ureter
c. Kidney → Ureter → Urinary bladder → Urethra
d. Urinary bladder → Kidney → Ureter → Urethra

SECTION – B
11. Name two safety measures commonly used in electric circuits and appliances. [1]

12. What change should be made in an a.c generator so that it may become a d.c generator? [1]

13. (i) The refractive index of Diamond is 2.42. What is the meaning of this statement? [1]
(ii) Define 1 diopter of power of a lens.

14. While dilution of an acid, why it is recommended that the acid should be added to water
and not water to the acid? [1]

15. Hydrogen gas is not formed when metals react with Nitric acid. Why? [1]

16. State two reasons for placing Chlorine and Bromine in the same group of the periodic
table. [1]

17. Justify giving a suitable example – ‘Variation is beneficial to the species but not necessarily
for the individual’ [1]

18. Take some fruit juice and add some yeast to it. Take this mixture in a test tube fitted with a
one-holed cork. Fit the cork with a bent glass tube. Dip the free end of the glass tube into a
test tube containing freshly prepared lime water.
What change is observed in the lime water? What does this tell us about the products of
the process? [1]

19. The simplest notion of movement at the cellular level is that muscle cells will move by
changing their shape. How do muscles change their shape? [1]

20. Why do we get muscle cramps after heavy exercise? [1]

SECTION – C
21. Several electric bulbs designed to be used on a 220V electric supply line, are rated 10 W.
How many lamps can be connected in parallel with each other across the two wires of 220
V line if the maximum allowable current is 5A? [3]
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22. (i) Name and state the rule used for determination of direction of induced current
produced in a conductor due to changing magnetic field . Give one practical
application of this phenomenon in everyday life.
(ii) Explain short circuiting in an electric supply. [3]

23. (i) A concave lens of focal length 15 cm forms an image 10 cm from the lens. How far is
the object placed from the lens?
(ii) Find the focal length of a lens of power – 2.0 D. What type of lens is this? [3]

24. What were the three Faraday’s observations about electro-magnetic induction? Explain
with relevant diagram? [3]
OR
a) Define Magnetic force.
b) State Flemings Left Hand Rule
c) State three factors on which the force experienced by a current carrying conductor kept
in a uniform magnetic field depends.

25. (a) During the electrolysis of water name the gas collected at the cathode and anode
respectively. [1]
(b) Translate the following statement into chemical equation and then balance the
reaction:
Barium chloride reacts with Zinc sulphate to give Zinc chloride and Barium sulphate.
[1]
(c) Identify the substance oxidized and the substance reduced in the following reaction:
[1]
2PbO (s) +C (s) →Pb(s) + CO2(g)
26. (a) Why do cakes become fluffy after adding baking soda? Give equation. [1]
(b) A dry pellet of a common base B when kept in open absorbs moisture and turns
sticky. The compound is also formed by chloralkali process. Identify B. Name the
type of reaction that occurs when B reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid? [1]
(c) What effect does an increase in concentration of H+ ions in a solution have on the
pH of a solution? [1]

27. (a) Define ductility. Name the most ductile metal. [1]
(b) Show the formation of magnesium chloride from magnesium and chlorine atoms by
the transfer of electrons. Why does magnesium chloride have a high melting point?
[2]

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28. State three major differences between the transport of materials in xylem and phloem? [3]
OR
a. Differentiate between - Arteries and Veins
b. Why is the separation of the right and left side of the heart useful in birds and
mammals? [2+1=3]

29. Draw the structure of a nephron and label the following: [3]
(i) Glomerulus (ii) Bowman’s capsule (iii) Renal artery (iv) Collecting duct

30. Give reason: [3]

a. Herbivores have longer small intestine as compared to carnivores.
b. Bile does not contain enzymes in it yet it is essential for digestion of food.
c. Mucus is secreted in the stomach.

SECTION – D
31. (i) What is the minimum number of rays required for locating the image formed by a
concave mirror for an object? Draw a ray diagram to show the formation of an
image when the object is located between the focal point (F) and pole (P) by a
concave mirror. State the nature of image formed.
(ii) Identify the device used as spherical mirror or lens in following cases.
a) Object is placed between device and its focus, image formed is enlarged and
behind it.
b) Object is placed between the focus and device, image formed is enlarged and
on the same side as that of the object.
c) Object is placed between infinity and device, image formed is diminished
and between focus and optical center on the same side as that of the object.
d) Object is placed between infinity and device, image formed is diminished and
between pole and focus, behind it. [5]

OR

(i) Name the lens which can concentrate sun’s rays to a point and burn a hole in a
piece of paper.
(ii) If the image formed by a convex lens is of the same size as that of the object, what is
the position of the image with respect to the lens? Draw the ray diagram to locate
the image and verify your answer.
(iii) State two uses of convex lens.

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32. (i) How an ammeter and a voltmeter is connected in a circuit while experimenting the
relation between voltage (V) and current (I). Explain with the help of a circuit
diagram.
(ii) What is meant by saying that the potential difference between two points is 1 V?
(iii) Calculate the amount of heat generated while transferring 96000 coulomb of charge
in one hour through a potential difference of 50 V. [5]

33. (a) Compound X and aluminium are used to join railway tracks. [2]
(i) Identify the compound X and name the reaction involved.
(ii) Give the equation for the reaction involved.
(b) Give the equations and name the processes involved in the extraction of Zinc from
its sulphide ore. [2]
(c) Name the method used to extract metals of high reactivity? [1]

34. (a) State the modern periodic law. [1]

(b) Noble gases are chemically inert. Give reason. [1]
(c) What happens to the atomic radius of elements as we move from left to right in a
period? Justify your answer. [1]
(d) Given are two elements A and B with atomic number 11 and 19 respectively. [2]
(i) Which is more metallic, why?
(ii) Give electronic configuration of the element A and the formula of its oxide
formed.

35. (a) How do nerve impulses travel in the body?

(b) Why have reflex arcs evolved in animals?
(c) Identify a, b, c and d in the diagram given below [2+1+2=5]

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36. a. Although both Amoeba and Leishmania show the same mode of reproduction, but the
manner in which it is carried out varies slightly. Identify their mode of reproduction
and mention the way in which it is carried out in the two species.
b. What is regeneration? Why is regeneration not the same as reproduction? Explain
with the help of a diagram how this process is carried out in Planaria.
c. Name the part of Rhizopus in which spores are formed. How does spore formation
benefit the organism? [1½+2+1½=5]
OR
a. Define pollination.
b. Explain the different types of pollination.
c. List two agents of pollination?
d. How does suitable pollination lead to fertilization? [1+2+1+1=5]

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INSTRUCTIONS P RE B OA RD – 1
Read all the questions carefully before attempting them. Write using only blue/black
ink. Duration: 3 HOURS. Avoid writing anything/ticking answers in the question SUB JE CT: SC IE NCE ( 0 8 6 )
paper. Attach graph paper/map etc. (if any) in between the main answer booklet.
Wednesday. December 04. 2019

SESSION: 2019-20 MAX. MARKS: 80

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General Instructions:
(i) The question paper comprises three sections – A, B and C. Attempt all the sections.
(ii) All questions are compulsory and should be answered in sequence.
(iii) Internal choice is given in each section.
(iv) All questions in Section A are one mark questions comprising MCQ, VSA type and
assertion-reason type questions. They are to be answered in one word or in one sentence.
(v) All questions Section- B are three marks, short-answer type questions. These are to be
answered in about 50-60 words each.
(vi) All questions in Section-C are five marks, long-answer type questions. These are to be
answered in about 80-90 words each.
(vii) This question paper consists of a total of 30 questions.

SECTION – A
1. An alcohol has the molecular formula C2H6O. On heating it with conc. Sulphuric acid gives
compound B which decolourises bromine water. Write the structures of A and B. [1]
2. Given are a set of elements of the modern periodic table 4Be, 9F, 14Si, 19K, 20Ca. Select two
elements that belong to the same group. Give reason for you answer. [1]
3. Answer question numbers 1(a) to 1(d) on the basis of your understanding of the following
paragraph and the related studied concepts.
Flowing water is a major source of energy. The electricity produced by the flowing water is
known as hydro-electric power. A dam or water reservoir is made over a river. Lot of water
is available in river, so the hydroelectric power is available free of cost. The energy of stored
water in the dam is potential energy. The water in a dam is allowed to fall on the water
wheel or turbine. As a result of this, the turbine rotates whose axle is connected with the
armature of the generator. The rotation of the armature of the generator between two poles
of a strong magnet gives rise to electric current or electricity. While constructing the dam, a
large area of fertile land is submerged at the site of the dam and a large number of plants
and wild life in the area of dam is
submerged in water. Hydroelectric
dams cannot be constructed
everywhere. They are constructed
mostly in hilly areas.

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3 (a) What is an armature of a generator? [1]

3 (b) It is stated that hydroelectricity is the cheapest source of energy? What is meant by
this statement? [1]
3 (c) “Loss of biological diversity” due to the construction of dam. State the problems
owing to the construction of the dams in environment from the context given. [1]
3 (d) State any one reason for constructing the dams in hilly areas. [1]

4. The graph given below shows the amount of carbon dioxide taken in by a plant across a
period of 24 hours.

4 (a) Study the graph and correlate the amount of CO2 absorbed with the sunlight
available from midnight to noon. [1]
4 (b) After absorbing CO2, leaves of plants first prepare A by photosynthesis. A then gets
converted to B for storage. What are A and B respectively? [1]
i) Pyruvate and glucose
ii) Glucose and starch
iii) Glucose and glycogen
iv) Pyruvate and starch
4 (c) Which amongst the following equations represents the most accurate summary of
photosynthesis? [1]
i)

ii)

iii)

iv)
4 (d) How would this graph differ in case of desert plants? [1]

5. White ash is formed on burning of Mg ribbon. What is the chemical composition of the
white ash and the solution obtained on dissolving it in water respectively? [1]
(a) MgO & Mg (OH)2 (b) Mg (NO3)2 & MgO
(c) Mg (OH)2 & MgO (d). MgCO3 & MgSO4

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6. Identify the group which is not a Dobereiner’s triad [1]

(a) Li, Na, K (b) Be, Mg, Cr (c) Ca, Sr, Ba (d) Cl, Br, I
OR
An ion in M2+ state has configuration 2,8,1. To which group and period does it belongs to?
(a) 3,3 (b) 3,13 (c) 13,3 (d) 2,13

7. Three amongst the five R’s to save the environment include: Refuse, Reduce and Reuse.
Identify the remaining two. [1]
(a) Reproduce and Redistribute (b) Repurpose and Recycle
(c) Repurpose and Regenerate (d) Redistribute and Recycle.
OR
The microbes found in human intestines, whose presence in water indicates contamination
by disease-causing microorganisms are:
(a) Bacteriophage (b) Coliform Bacteria (c) Mycobacteria (d) Cyanobacteria

8. Ahars, Kattas, Bhundhis and Khadins are modes of: [1]

(a) Grain storage (b) Soil conservation (c) Water harvesting (d) Cold storage

9. The danger signals installed at the top of tall buildings are red in colour. These can be easily
seen from a distance because among all other colours, the red light [1]
(a) Is scattered the most by smoke or fog (b) Is scattered the least by smoke or fog
(c) Is absorbed the most by smoke or fog (d) Is more intense than other colours

OR
A prism causes
(a) Only dispersion (b) Only deviation
(c) Dispersion and deviation both (d) Neither dispersion nor deviation

10. Identify the circuit in which the electrical components have been properly connected. [1]

(a) (i) (b) (ii) (c) (iii) (d) (iv)

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11. If current increases twice in a circuit, then the heating effect becomes [1]
(a) 4 times (b) 16 times (c) double (d) ¼ times.

12. The most appropriate definition of a natural resource is that it is a substance/commodity

that is [1]
(a) Present only on land
(b) A gift of nature which is very useful to mankind
(c) A man-made substance placed in nature
(d) Available only in the forest
OR
Among the statements given below select the ones that correctly describe the concept of
sustainable development?
(i) Planned growth with minimum damage to the environment.
(ii) Growth irrespective of the extent of damage caused to the environment.
(iii) Stopping all development work to conserve the environment.
(iv) Growth that is acceptable to all the stakeholders.
(a) (i) and (iv) (b) (ii) and (iii) (c) (ii) and (iv) (d) only (iii)

For questions 13 and 14, two statements are given- one labeled Assertion (A) and the other
labeled Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes (i), (ii), (iii) and
(iv) as given below
(i) Both A and R is true and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
(ii) Both A and R is true but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(iii) A is true but R is false.
(iv) A is false but R is true.

13. Assertion (A): Diamond is the hardest crystalline form of carbon. [1]
Reason (R): Carbon atoms in diamond are tetrahedrally bonded to each other to form
network solid.

14. Assertion (A) : Tungsten metal is used for making filaments of incandescent lamps. [1]
Reason (R) : The melting point of tungsten is very low.

SECTION – B
15. (a) What change is observed when white Silver chloride is left exposed to sunlight? [1]
(b) Write balanced chemical equation with state symbols for the following reaction:
Sodium hydroxide solution (in water) reacts with Hydrochloric acid solution (in
water) to produce Sodium chloride solution and water. [1]
(c) What happens when quick lime is added to water? (Mention any two observations)
[1]

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16. (a) How does the pH of an acid change when it is diluted? [1]
(b) Why is Plaster of Paris stored in air tight containers? [1]
(c) Write the chemical name of washing soda. Mention one industrial use of washing
soda other than washing clothes. [1]

17. Give reason:

(a) Element in a group of periodic table has similar chemical properties. [1]
(b) The position of three elements A, B and C in the periodic table is shown below: [2]

Group 16 Group 17
- -
- A
- -
B C
(i) State whether C is a metal or non-metal.
(ii) Which is more electronegative, A or C ?
(iii) Will C be larger or smaller than B?
(iv) Which type of ion- cation or anion, will be formed by element C?

OR
Explain giving justification the trends in the following properties of elements, on moving
from left to right in a period, in the modern periodic table [3]
(a) Nature of oxides
(b) Electronegative character

18. Justify the following statements [3]

a. Decomposers are essential in an ecosystem.
b. Flow of energy in a food chain is unidirectional.
c. Ozone depletion is a matter of concern.
OR
a. Rearrange the given organisms into a food chain.
Peacock, Frog, Grass, Snake, Grasshopper
b. Which amongst them will have the maximum concentration of harmful chemicals in
its body? What is the process called as?
c. If 90,000 kJ of energy is available at the first trophic level in this food chain, what
would be the energy available at the highest trophic level?

19. a. Name the respiratory pigment found in humans. Where is it located? What would be
the consequences of a deficiency of this pigment in our body?
b. How is majority of CO2 transported in our body? Why is it transported in this form?
[2+1=3]

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20. a. In an experiment, a tall pea plant with round seeds was bred with a short plant with
wrinkled-seeds. The F1 progeny had all tall plants with round seeds. With the help
of a cross show what would happen when F1 progeny is used to generate F2
progeny by self-pollination.
b. If the total number of seeds produced during F2 generation is 320, how many seeds
will be short and wrinkled? [2+1=3]

21. a. Explain feedback mechanism in context of hormones. Support your answer with a
suitable example.
b. Complete the table by mentioning what do A, B and C stand for. [1½+1½=3]
Endocrine Gland Hormone Function
A Growth hormone Stimulates growth in all organs
Thyroid gland Thyroxin B
Pancreas gland C Regulates blood sugar level

22. Draw a neat and labelled diagram of an electric generator and explain its underlying
principle. What is the importance of brushes? [3]

23. (i) What happens to the current in other lamps if

(a) One lamp in a series circuit burns out?
(b) One lamp in a parallel circuit burns out?
(ii) When more lamps are added in series to the circuit, how will it affect the brightness
of each lamp in the circuit? Give reason for your answer. [3]

24. a) The sky appears black for an astronaut staying in the International space station
orbiting the Earth? State reason to justify your answer. [3]
b) In the given figure, a narrow beam of white light is
allowed to pass through a triangular glass prism. After
passing through the prism it produces a spectrum XY
on a screen.
(i) State the colour seen at X and Y.
(ii) Why do different colours of white light bend
through different angles with respect to the incident beam of light?

OR
(a) With the help of ciliary muscles the human eye can change its curvature and thus
alter the focal length of its lens. State the changes that occur in the curvature and the
focal length of the eye lens while viewing
(i) A distance object
(ii) Nearby objects
(b) Explain why a normal eye is not able to see distinctly the objects placed closer than
25cm without putting any strain on the eye.
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SECTION – C
25. (a) How many covalent bonds does a molecule of ethane have? [1]
(b) Two carbon compounds A and B have the molecular formula C3H8 and C3H6
respectively. Which one of the two is most likely to show addition reaction? Why?
[1]
(c) What are structural isomers? Draw 2 structural isomers of Butane. [2]
(d) Write the equation to show the reaction of ethanol with sodium metal. [1]

26. (a) Give an example of metal which [1]

(i) can be easily cut with a knife
(ii) is a liquid at room temperature
(b) Write chemical equations for the reaction when: [2]
(i) Steam acts on red hot Iron.
(ii) Zinc is added to Iron (II) sulphate solution.
(c) What is meant by the “enrichment of ore”? [1]
(d) Why are the sulphides and carbonate ores converted to their oxide forms before
extraction? [1]
OR
(a) Name two metals which are obtained from their ores by simple heating. [1]
(b) How is copper obtained from its sulphide ore? Write balanced chemical equation.
[2]
(c) What is thermite reaction? State its significance. [2]

27. (a) State three major differences between the transport of materials in xylem and
phloem.
(b) A leakage in blood vessel, due to an injury can lead to a loss of pressure which
reduces the efficiency of the pumping system. How does the body avoid this?
(c) Mention the major functions of lymph. [3+1+1=5]

28. (a) Draw the diagram of human female reproductive system. Name and label the part
that is the site of
i. Fertilization
ii. Implantation
(b) What happens when the egg is not fertilized? [3+2=5]
OR
(a) Diagrammatically show the germination of pollen on stigma and label the following
i. Pollen tube
ii. Male-germ cell
iii. Female-germ cell
iv. Ovary
(b) State the fate of following after fertilization – zygote, ovule, ovary and stamen.
[3+2=5]

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29. (a) Calculate the energy transferred by a 5 A current flowing through a resistor of 2
ohms for 30 minutes. [2]
(b) The elements in electrical appliances like electric heater and water heater are made
of nichrome. But electrical wires are made of copper or aluminum. Why? [1]
(c) Two conducting wires of the same material and of equal lengths and equal
diameters are first connected in series and then in parallel in an electric circuit across
the same potential difference. Find the ratio of the heat produced in series to parallel
combination. [2]

30. (a) A 5cm tall object is placed perpendicular to the principal axis of a convex lens of
focal length 20cm. The distance of the object from the lens is 30cm. Find the position,
nature and size of the image formed. [3]
(b) Draw a labelled ray diagram showing object distance, image distance and focal
length in the above case. [2]
OR
(a) Name the type of mirror used in the given situations with a reason [3]
(i) Head lights of a car
(ii) Rear- view mirror of a vehicle
(iii) Solar furnace.
(b) An object is placed at a distance of 10cm from a convex mirror of focal length 15cm.
Find the position and nature of the image. [2]

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INSTRUCTIONS P RE B OA RD – 2
Read all the questions carefully before attempting them. Write using only blue/black
ink. Duration: 3 HOURS. Avoid writing anything/ticking answers in the question SUB JE CT: SC IE NCE ( 0 8 6 )
paper. Attach graph paper/map etc. (if any) in between the main answer booklet.
Tuesday. January 14. 2020

SESSION: 2019-20 MAX. MARKS: 80

333333MARKS:222370 77760
General Instructions:
(i) The question paper comprises three sections – A, B and C. Attempt all the sections.
(ii) All questions are compulsory and should be answered in sequence.
(iii) Internal choice is given in each section.
(iv) All questions in Section A are one mark questions comprising MCQ, VSA type and
assertion-reason type questions. They are to be answered in one word or in one sentence.
(v) All questions Section- B are three marks, short-answer type questions. These are to be
answered in about 50-60 words each.
(vi) All questions in Section-C are five marks, long-answer type questions. These are to be
answered in about 80-90 words each.
(vii) This question paper consists of a total of 30 questions.

SECTION – A
1. Define homologous series. [1]

2. How does the metallic character of element vary as we move : [1]

(a) down a group
(b) from left to right in a period.

3. Answer question numbers 1(a)-1(d) on the basis of your understanding of the following
paragraph and the related studied concepts.
Technologies Implemented in Rural Areas in
Rajasthan State includes bio gas plants that are
made from bamboo reinforced cement mortar.
This bio gas plant provides clean cooking energy
for the house, saving traditional cooking-fuels
such as firewood, cow dung cakes, LPG gas etc.
Biogas production also provides excellent
composted manure as a by-product to be used in
kitchen gardens or fields. A 2m3 biogas plant built in Rani Chauri area of the project which
is fed daily with 50 kg cattle manure mixed with 50 litres of water produces sufficient gas
for cooking for a family of 6-8 persons. Biogas plant would save approximately 4 tons of
CO2 equivalents per year. The key to success of this model is that it is easily replicable. It is
easily learned and uses simple durable technologies, with locally available material that is
environmentally friendly. It also fulfills felt needs such as clean, cheap energy for cooking.

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3 (a) Why do we call ‘bio gas’ as a clean fuel? [1]

3 (b) “Biogas plant would save approximately 4 tons of CO 2 equivalents per year”. Is this
statement related to environment? Explain. [1]
3 (c) Name the substance obtained when firewood and cow dung cakes are mixed with
water. [1]
3 (d) Which component of the bio gas makes it a good fuel? Write its percentage in biogas.
[1]
4. The two tables given below depict the Haemoglobin thresholds as prescribed by the World
Health Organisation and the Hb count acceptable for donation. Study the tables and answer
the following questions:

WHO’s Haemoglobin (Hb) Thresholds

Age or gender group Hb threshold (g/dl)
Children (0.5 – 5.0 yrs) 11.0
Children ( 5 – 12 yrs) 11.5
Teens (12 -15 yrs) 12.0
Women, non-pregnant (> 15 yrs) 12.0
Women, pregnant 11.0
Men (> 15 yrs) 13.0

Low Normal High Normal Acceptable

Range of Hb Range of Hb for Donating
Males 13.0 g/dl 17 g/dl 13.0 g/dl
Females 12.0 g/dl 15.5 g/dl 12.5 g/dl

4 (a) A 25 year old man went in for a blood test as he wanted to donate blood. One of the
parameters on his blood report said Haemoglobin – 12.0 g /dl. On seeing his report,
the doctor advised him against blood donation and recommended a diet rich in leafy
greens, beans, nuts and seeds. What could be the possible reason for the doctor’s
advice? [1]
4 (b) Why do humans need a respiratory pigment like haemoglobin? [1]
4 (c) Where is haemoglobin located? [1]
i. In the platelets
ii. In the red blood corpuscles.
iii. In the blood plasma
iv. Both in the red blood corpuscles and blood plasma [1]
4 (d) Which amongst the following is not a symptom of haemoglobin deficiency?
i. extreme tiredness (fatigue)
ii. lack of energy (lethargy)
iii. high blood sugar level
iv. pale skin.
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5. What will be the values of x, y and z in order to make the given reaction balanced? [1]
xP4 (s) + yCl2 (g)  zPCl5 (s)
(a) x = 1, y = 10, z = 4 (b) x = 10, y = 1, z = 4
(c) x = 4, y = 1, z = 10 (d) x = 10, y = 4, z = 1

6. The electronic configuration of an atom is 2, 8. Which of the following element has similar
chemical properties with it? [1]
(a) N (7) (b) F (9) (c) P (15) (d) Ar (18)
OR
An element ‘X’ has the electronic configuration 2, 8, 8, 2. What is the formula and nature of
its oxide?
(a) XO, neutral (b) XO2, acidic (c) XO2, amphoteric (d) XO, basic

7. Which of the following limits the number of trophic levels in a food chain? [1]
(a) Decrease in number of producers
(b) Deficient food supply
(c) Polluted air and water
(d) Decrease in energy at higher trophic levels
OR
In an ecosystem, the 10% of energy available for transfer from one trophic level to the next
is in the form of:
(a) Heat energy
(b) Light energy
(c) Chemical energy
(d) Mechanical energy

8. Which amongst the following is incorrect? [1]

(a) All green plants and photosynthetic bacteria are producers.
(b) Green plants get their food from organic compounds.
(c) Fungi and bacteria are the decomposers in an ecosystem.
(d) Plants convert solar energy into chemical energy.

9. The change in focal length of an eye lens is caused by the action of the [1]
(a) Pupil (b) Retina (c) Ciliary muscles (d) Iris
OR
A pencil is held close to a spherical mirror. It is found that the image formed in the mirror is
virtual and enlarged. The spherical mirror is
(a) Convex in nature (b) Concave in nature
(c) Partly convex and partly concave (d) Can be (a) or (b)

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10. Which of the following represents voltage? [1]

(a) (b) Work done x Charge

(c) (d) Work done x Charge x Time

11. In the following circuits, heat produced in the resistor or combination of resistors connected
to a 12 V battery will be [1]

(a) Same in all the cases (b) Minimum in case (i)

(c) Maximum in case (ii) (d) Maximum in case (iii)

12. The magnetic field lines due to straight wire carry a current are
(a) straight (b) circular (c) parabolic (d) elliptical
OR
An electric fuse is based on
(a) the heating effect of the current (b) the chemical effect of the current
(c) the magnetic effect of the current (d) none of these

For question numbers 13 and 14, two statements are given one labelled assertion (A) and the
other labelled Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the options given
below.
(a) Both A and R is true and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both A and R is true but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) A is true but R is false.
(d) A is false but R is true.

13. Assertion: Saturated hydrocarbons burn with a blue flame.

Reason: Saturated hydrocarbons contain less carbon content so there is complete
combustion of these compounds. [1]

14. Assertion: Longer wires have greater resistance and smaller wires have lesser resistance. [1]
Reason: Resistance is inversely proportional to the length of the wire.

SECTION – B
15. When potassium iodide solution is added to a solution of lead (II) nitrate in a test tube, a
precipitate is formed. [3]

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(a) What is the colour of this precipitate? Name the compound precipitated?
(b) Name the type of reaction.
(c) Write the balanced chemical equation for this reaction.

16. A compound of calcium which is yellowish white powder and is used for disinfecting
drinking water. Identify the compound and write its chemical formula. How is it prepared?
Also, list two other uses of the compound. [3]
OR
A chemical compound X is used in glass and soap industry. Identify the compound and
give its chemical formula. How many molecules of water of crystallization are present in
compound X? Give the chemical equation for the preparation of compound X.

17. Two elements X and Y have atomic numbers 7 and 9 respectively. [3]
(a) State their positions in the modern periodic table.
(b) Which one will have greater atomic size and why?

18. Why are forests considered ‘biodiversity hot spots’? Suggest four approaches towards the
conservation of forests. [1+2=3]

19. (a) A graph was plotted to show the energy

output of two types of respiration. Identify
the types of respiration denoted by the
curves A and B. Also name the organism
where these take place.

(b) What drives the endothermic reactions

taking place in the cell? [2+1=3]

20. (a) Write the function of the following in the human alimentary canal: [½x6=3]
(i) Saliva
(ii) HCl in stomach
(iii) Bile juice
(iv) Villi
(b) Write one function each of the following enzymes:
(i) Pepsin
(ii) Lipase
OR
(a) On what factors does the amount of water reabsorbed in the kidney tubules depend?
(b) Give a suitable explanation for the statement - We can usually control the urge to
urinate.

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(c) In a nephron, some substances in the initial filtrate, such as A, B, salts and a major
amount of water, are selectively re-absorbed as the urine flows along the tube.
Identify A and B.

21. (a) In the given figure (i), (ii) and (iii), which appears more accurate and why?

(b) Name the phytohormone that induces the following responses in plants:
(i) Leaf wilting
(ii) Rapid cell division in fruits and seeds

(c) List two functions of pancreas.

22. Draw a neat and labelled diagram of an electric motor and explain its underlying principle.
What is the importance of split rings? [3]

23. Study the following circuit and answer the questions: [3]

(i) State the type of combination of the two resistors in the circuit.
(ii) How much current would flow through (a) 10 Ω and (b) 15 Ω resistor?
(iii) What would be the ammeter reading?

24. The following table gives the values of refractive indices of a few media. [3]
Medium Water Crown glass Rock salt Ruby Diamond
Refractive Index 1.33 1.52 1.54 1.71 2.42
Use this table to give an example of
(i) A pair of medium so that light speeds up when it goes from one of these media to
another.
(ii) A pair of medium so that light slows down when it goes from one of these media to
another.
(iii) What do you mean by refractive index of an optical medium?
OR
(a) During day, why is the colour of clear sky blue, on Earth?
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(b) Sun appears reddish in the morning. Will this phenomenon be observed by an
astronaut on the moon? Why?
(c) Why do stars twinkle?

SECTION – C
25. State the reason for the following: [5]
(a) Metals like Na, K, Ca and Mg are never found in their free state in nature.
(b) Iron articles are galvanised.
(c) Ionic compounds have high melting points.
(d) Platinum, gold and silver are used to make jewellery.
(e) Aluminium is highly reactive metal, yet it is used to make utensils for cooking.

26. (a) Write the structural formula and IUPAC name for the carboxylic acid with four C-
atoms. [5]
(b) Draw the electron dot structure of ethane.
(c) What happens when
(i) methane reacts with Chlorine in presence of sunlight?
(ii) Ethanol is treated with alkaline Potassium permanganate. Write chemical
equations to support your answer.
(d) Mention one advantage of detergent over soap.
OR
(a) Carry out the following conversions giving complete conditions for the reaction to
take place in each case [2]
(i) ethane from ethene
(ii) ester from ethanoic acid and ethanol
(b) Explain the mechanism of the cleansing action of soaps with the help of a neat
diagram showing the formation of Micelles. [2]
(c) Write the IUPAC name and molecular formula of an organic compound having its
name suffixed with ‘-ol’ and having one carbon atom. [1]

27. (a) Describe the structure of placenta and mention its function in human females.
(b) List two techniques that have been developed to prevent pregnancy? Despite their
contraceptive value, these techniques can cause side effects too. Explain in brief.
[3+2=5]
28. (a) What are fossils? How do we know how old the fossils are?
(b) A change that is useful for one property to start with can become useful later for
quite a different function. Justify this statement with an example.
OR
(a) Differentiate between homologous and analogous organs. Quote one suitable
example of each. How do these organs substantiate evolution?
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(b) ‘‘In human beings, the sex of a new-born child is a matter of chance.’’ Justify the
statement with the help of a flow chart. [3+2=5]

29. (i) Name the rule to determine the direction of force experienced by a current carrying
conductor in a magnetic field. How will this force get affected on [5]
(a) Doubling the magnitude of current?
(b) Reversing the direction of current flow?
(ii) A coil of insulated copper wire is connected to a galvanometer. What will happen if
a bar magnet is
(a) Pushed into the coil?
(b) Held stationary inside the coil?

30. (a) A person is unable to see objects distinctly placed within 50 cm from his eyes. [5]
i. Name the defect of vision the person is suffering from and list two possible causes.
ii. Draw a ray diagram to show the defect in the above case.
(b) A person needs a lens of power -4.5 D for correction of his vision. What type of
defect in vision is he suffering from? What is the focal length of the corrective lens.
OR

(a) Define optical centre of a spherical lens.

(b) A divergent lens has a focal length of 20 cm. At what distance should an object of
height 4 cm from the centre of the lens be placed so that its image is formed 10 cm
away from the lens. Find the size of the image also.
(c) Draw a ray diagram to show the formation of image in above situation.

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