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    Class 10 ICSE Biology Daily Practice Problems (DPP)

    Topics: Cell Cycle & Cell Division, Genetics, Absorption by Roots, Transpiration

    Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    1. Which cell cycle phase is known as the resting phase?


    a) Prophase
    b) Interphase
    c) Metaphase
    d) Anaphase

    2. Mendel's law of segregation states that:


    a) Genes are always inherited together.
    b) Alleles separate during gamete formation.
    c) Dominant traits always mask recessive ones.
    d) Traits are inherited in pairs.

    3. Which plant structure is primarily involved in water absorption?


    a) Stem
    b) Leaf
    c) Root hair
    d) Flower

    Section B: Short Answer Questions

    4. Differentiate between mitosis and meiosis.

    5. Describe the role of root hair in water absorption.

    6. Explain the process of transpiration in plants.

    Section C: Diagram-Based Questions

    7. The diagram below represents a stage during cell division. Study the same and then answer
    the questions that follow:
    (a) Name the parts labelled 1, 2 and 3.
    (b) Identify the above stage and give a reason to support your answer.
    (c) Mention where in the body this type of cell division occurs.
    (d) Name the stage prior to this stage and draw a diagram to represent the same.
    8. Draw and label a diagram of a root hair cell and explain how it aids in the absorption of water.

    Section D: Long Answer Questions

    9. Discuss Mendel’s experiments on pea plants and describe the law of independent
    assortment.

    10. Explain the importance of transpiration in plants and describe how environmental factors
    affect this process.

    Answers

    Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    1. Which cell cycle phase is known as the resting phase?


    Answer: (b) Interphase

    2. Mendel's law of segregation states that:


    Answer: (b) Alleles separate during gamete formation.

    3. Which plant structure is primarily involved in water absorption?


    Answer: (c) Root hair

    Section B: Short Answer Questions


    4. Differentiate between mitosis and meiosis.
    Answer:
    Mitosis is a type of cell division where a single cell divides to produce two identical daughter
    cells, maintaining the same chromosome number as the parent cell. It is used for growth and
    tissue repair.
    Meiosis is a cell division process that results in four nonidentical daughter cells, each with half
    the chromosome number of the parent cell. It is essential for sexual reproduction and genetic
    diversity.

    5. Describe the role of root hair in water absorption.


    Answer: Root hairs increase the surface area of the root, allowing it to absorb more water and
    nutrients efficiently from the soil. They utilize osmosis to draw in water, which then moves into
    the plant's vascular system.

    6. Explain the process of transpiration in plants.


    Answer: Transpiration is the process by which water evaporates from the aerial parts of
    plants, mainly through the stomata on leaves. This process helps in cooling the plant, moving
    water and minerals from roots to leaves, and maintaining the water balance.

    Section C: Diagram-Based Questions

    7. Solution

    (a): Anaphase stage:

    1. Anaphase is considered a short phase.


    2. This phase involves the separation of sister chromatids and their separation.
    3. The spindle fibers contract, causing the centromere to split.
    4. After this, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

    Parts in the given diagram:

    1. Centriole:

    ● All animal cells have two centrioles.


    ● They help the cell during cell division.
    ● They help in cell division by forming microtubule organising centres.
    ● They are found in animal cells. Spindle fibres made up of microtubules arise from
    each centriole.
    ● There are two centrioles at each pole of the dividing cell.
    2. Spindle fibres:

    ● The spindle fibre arise from the centrioles from one end.
    ● They get attached to the chromosomes aligned at the metaphase plate at
    centromeres.
    ● The shortening of the spindle fibres caused the splitting of the centromere,
    separation of the chromatids of the chromosomes and their movement towards
    the opposite poles.

    3. Chromatids:

    ● A chromosome is made up two Identical Sister Chromatids.


    ● And each sister chromatids are joined at the centromere.
    ● They are the most condensed form of the DNA.
    ● Each chromatid carry identical DNA copy.

    (b): Anaphase:

    1. The stage described in the diagram is the late anaphase of mitosis in an animal
    cell.
    2. The stage can be identified by the presence of separated chromatids which are
    moving towards the opposite poles.
    3. Also, there is shortening of the spindle fibres.
    4. The appearance of the furrow in the cell membrane classifies the stage as the
    late anaphase.​

    (c): Location:

    1. The anaphase shown is the stage of mitotic cell division.


    2. The mitosis occurs in the somatic cells of the body.
    3. Somatic cells are responsible for the growth and development of an organism.
    4. They are required for repair and regeneration.

    (d): Metaphase:

    1. The stage before anaphase is called the metaphase stage.


    2. During the metaphase stage, the chromosomes are aligned at the equatorial
    region of the cell.
    3. The spindles arising from the centrioles get attached to the chromosomes at
    centromeres.
    4. The chromosomes are in the most condensed state at this phase.
    5. The below diagram shows the metaphase stage of mitosis:

    8. Draw and label a diagram of a root hair cell and explain how it aids in water absorption.
    Answer: A root hair cell has a long, thin extension that penetrates the soil particles, increasing
    surface area for water absorption. It draws water through osmosis, moving it to the main root
    system.

    Section D: Long Answer Questions

    9. Discuss Mendel’s experiments on pea plants and describe the law of independent
    assortment.
    Answer:
    Mendel's Experiments: Gregor Mendel conducted experiments on pea plants, focusing on
    traits like height, color, and shape. He used these plants to observe how traits are passed down
    across generations.
    Law of Independent Assortment: Mendel concluded that alleles for different traits are
    distributed to gametes independently, meaning the inheritance of one trait does not affect the
    inheritance of another. This law applies to genes located on different chromosomes.

    10. Explain the importance of transpiration in plants and describe how environmental factors
    affect this process.
    Answer:
    Importance of Transpiration: Transpiration aids in nutrient transport, cooling the plant, and
    maintaining internal water balance.
    Environmental Factors:
    Temperature, humidity, wind, and light intensity influence transpiration rates. Higher
    temperatures and wind increase transpiration, while high humidity decreases it. Light also
    stimulates stomatal opening, increasing transpiration.

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