SSLC Science Model Paper 2023-24
SSLC Science Model Paper 2023-24
10th STANDARD.
SCIENCEÀ (83E)
2023 - 24
83E
GUIDENCE
Smt. Shashivadana K. S.
Subject Inspector (Science)
DD Office, Dept. of School Education
RESOURCE DEVELOPING TEAM
INDEX
[Link].. MODEL PAPER
1 MODEL PAPER – 1
2 MODEL PAPER – 2
3 MODEL PAPER – 3
4 MODEL PAPER – 4
5 MODEL PAPER – 5
PART A : PHYSICS
I. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 4x1=4
1. Reason for filling less reactive gas into bulb is:
a) to produce more light b) for giving long life to filament
c)to avoid melting of filament at high temperature d) to give more light in low temperature
2. Speed of light is maximum in ?
a) glass b) air c) vacuum d) water
3. Maximum refraction of light that enters human eye occur
a) in lens b) iris c) pupil d) outer surface of cornea
[Link] used in manufacture of bulb is
a) iron b) tungsten c)nichrome d) copper
II. Answer the following questions: 2x1=2
4. Write the principle of an electric motor.
5. Define angle of deviation .
III. Answer the following questions: 2x2=4
6. Draw a ray diagram showing image formed when an object is placed at principle focus in front of
a concave mirror.
7. Write the difference between motor and generator ?
OR
Write the difference between AC current and DC current.
IV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
8. Give scientific reason for the following :
a) Red light is used in danger signal lights .
b) Sky appears black for astronaut.
c)Light get dispersed in prism
9. Draw the diagram of electric motor and label the given parts. a) Split rings b) Carbon brushes
10. Write three measures taken to get maximum heat in designing solar cooker
OR
Explain the working of a biogas plant?
V. Answer the following questions : 4x1=4
11. a) A 2cm tall object is placed perpendicular to the principle axis of a convex lens of focal length
[Link] distance of the object from the lens is 15cm. Find the nature position and size of image.
.Also find its magnification. Name the factors that influence the refractive index
VI. Answer the following questions : 5x1=5
13.a) An electric lamp having resistance of 2 ohm and a conductor having resistance of 1 ohm. These
two are connected to a 6v battery, Calculate the i) total resistance of circuit ii) current through the circuit
iii) potential difference across the electric lamp conductor iv) power of bulb
b) Electric fan and Electric stove can be connected in series circuit ? Give suitable reason for your
answer.
Science Model Paper 2023-24
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Part B Chemistry
[Link] alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2x1=2
14. If an element X has 2 shells and 3 valence electrons, then it belongs to
a. 2nd period, 3rd group b. 2nd group, 3rd period
c.14th group, 3rd period d. 2nd period,14th group
15. The electrolytic decomposition of water gives H 2 and O 2 in the ratio of
(a) 1 : 2 by volume (b) 2 : 1 by volume (c) 8 : 1 by mass (d) 1 : 2 by mass
[Link] the following questions . 4x1=4
16. Write two uses of NaOH.
17. Aluminium oxide is called amphoteric oxide. Give reason.
18. Write the structure of Iso Butane.
19. Define catenation.
[Link] the following questions. 3x2=6
20. Observe the table. Elements A B C D
Atomic number 3 5 9 12
Identify the element with smallest atomic radius. Why?
21. Differentiate roasting and calcination.
OR
Give reasons. i) Gold is used to make jewellery. ii) Graphite rods are used as electrodes.
22. Write two differences between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbon.
[Link] the following questions. 3x3=9
23. Write a balanced chemical equation for the following.
i. Reaction of sodium sulphate and Barium chloride solution.
ii. Decomposition of Silver chloride using sunlight.
iii. Burning of natural gas.
24. Draw a diagram showing action of steam on metals. Label (i) Burner (ii) Hydrogen gas
25. i. Write the electron dot structure of Ethane molecule.
ii. Write the chemical equation for reaction of Sodium with Ethanol.
iii. Write the structural formula of a hydrocarbon having 3 Carbon atoms and 8 Hydrogen atoms.
OR
Write the molecular formula and name of the first 3 members having COOH functional groups. .
[Link] the following questions. 1x4=4
26. i. What happens when metallic oxide combines with acids?
ii. What is the nature of non metallic oxides?
iii. Write the names of the product formed when zinc reacts with NaOH and write the balanced
chemical equation.
PART C : BIOLOGY
XII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative
and write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2x1=2
27. The reason for long small intestine in herbivore is
a) to digest the cellulose b) plant-based food are highly nutritious
c) to provide support to body d) for easy passage of food
28. One of the following characters can be obtained but not inherited.
a) skin color b) Body size c) eye color d) texture of hair
XIII. Answer the following questions: 2x1=2
29. Why does an athlete experience muscle cramps while running?
30. What are fossils?
XIV. Answer the following questions : 3x2=6
31. What are biodegradable and non-biodegradable substances? Give two examples for each.
32. Explain with an example that sometimes variations are necessary for survival of organisms.
33. Observe the plant in the pot. Answer the given question.
a. Name the tropism shown by the stem in the picture.
b. Which plant hormone is responsible for this movement?
XV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
34. Compare the nervous and hormonal mechanisms for control and coordination in animals
35. Mention the function of the following parts of male reproductive system. .
a) Testes b) Scrotum c) Prostrate gland
-OR-
Explain briefly 3methods of contraception.
36. Environmentalists protested to increase the height of ‘Sardar Sarovar’ dam across Narmada river.
What could be the reasons for this?
[Link] the following questions. 2x4=8
37. Draw a neat diagram showing sectional view of the human heart and label following parts
A) pulmonary arteries B) Pulmonary veins C) Venacava from upper body D) septum
38. In a Mendel’s experiment ,round seeded tall plant (TTRR) and wrinkled seeded dwarf plant (ttrr)
are pollinated. The offsprings of F1 generation were self pollinated. Find the phenotypic ratio in F2
generation using checker board.
OR
a. What is speciation? What are the factors responsible for it?
b. Birds are closely related to reptiles. Justify the statement.
[Link] a White colour light passes through prism , Which colour bends minimum and maximum
a) Violet -red b) violet -blue c) red – violet d) blue -green
4. Medium that shows the Tyndal effect is
a) sugar solution b) smaller particles in air c) larger particles in air d)salt solution
10. Draw the diagram of electric generator and label the given parts.
a) Slip rings b) Carbon brushes
PART C : BIOLOGY
[Link] alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2x1=2
27. The requirements of autotrophic nutrition are
a. Carbon dioxide and water b. Chlorophyll c. Sunlight d. All the
above.
28. One of the following can be identified by using carbon dating technique.
a) structure of fossils b) age of fossils c) percentage of carbon in fossils d) birth of fossils
XIII. Answer the following questions : 2x1=2
29. The rate of respiration if faster in aquatic animals than land animals. Give reasons.
30. The characters acquired by an organism during its life are not inherited. Why?
[Link] the following questions : 3x2=6
31. What is biomagnification? Fishes, algae, crane, insect larva – In which organism the chemicals
are maximum accumulated?
32. What is placenta? Write its function.
33. In the given picture
a. Identify the process.
b. Give the functions of A and B.
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34. Name the method of asexual reproduction in the following organisms.
a. Plasmodium b. Spirogyra c. Planaria d. Bryophyllum e. Yeast f. Rhizopus
35. Name the hormone secreted and their functions of these glands.
a. Adrenal b. Thyroid c. Pituitary
-OR-
Write the function of the following parts of brain.
a) cerebrum b) cerebellum c) pons
36. A. Farmers favour setting up of farm ponds in their fields. Give reasons.
b. Reuse is better than recycle. How?
[Link] the following questions : 2x4=8
37. Draw a diagram showing Excretory system in man and label following parts.
a) Urethra b) Urinary bladder c)Ureter d) kidney
38. In Mendel’s monohybrid cross experiment, tall pea plant and dwarf plants are crossed. The
offsprings of F1 generation were self-pollinated. What is the phenotype of F2 generation? Explain
using checker board.
OR
a. Explain homologous and analogous organs with example.
b. Mention the methods of finding the age of fossils. Explain them briefly.
PART A : PHYSICS
[Link] alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 4x1=4
1. Corrective lens used in case of hyper metropia is
a) concave lens b) convex lens c)concavo- -convex lens d)bifocal lens
2. Rule used to find the direction of induced current in Faraday experiment is
a)Fleming’s right hand rule b)Fleming’s left hand rule
c)right hand thumb rule d)law of magnetic pole
3. When white colour light passed through prism, the colour bends with minimum angle is
a)blue b)red c)purple d)green
4. when Length of a conductor is reduced to half of its length then resistance
a)reduce by two times b)increase by two times
c)reduce by half d)increase by half
[Link] the following questions: 2x1=2
5. device A and B having a resistance of 2 Ω and 16 Ω respectively .Which type of circuit you
would prefer to operate correctly ?give reason for your answer .
6. What is the function of mirror used in vehicle head lights
[Link] the following questions: 2x2=4
[Link] a diagram of electric generator and label rings .
[Link] nuclear energy has to be produced cautiously
OR
What are the advantages and disadvantages of solar energy ?
IV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
[Link] is short circuit and mention the measures to avoid short circuit
OR
Write three factors responsible for enhancing the power of motor .
10. Draw a ray diagram for the image formation in convex lens when object is placed in between
principle focus (F1)and optic centre (O) .Mention the position and nature of image .
[Link] the following :
a) Tyndall effect b)spectrum c)cataract
OR
What is Myopia ? How it is caused ?
PART B : CHEMISTRY
VII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet 2x1=2
14. NaOH + H2SO4 ---→ Na2SO4 + H2O . The given equation represents
a. Combination and displacement reaction
b. Neutralisation and double displacement reaction.
c. Redox and neutralisation reaction.
d. Decomposition and redox reaction
15. The structural formula of benzene is
a. b . c d
VIII. Answer the following questions : 4x1=4
16. Silver bromide is used in black and white photography. Why?
17. Ionic compounds are solids. Give reasons.
18. Define homologous series.
19. CaCO3 ---→ …………………………. Complete and identify the type of chemical equation.
IX. Answer the following questions. 3x2=6
20. Draw a diagram showing electrolysis of water. Label (i) Oxygen (ii) Cathode
21. Write an equation for chlor alkali process. Give two uses of Hydrogen.
OR
a)What is the composition of baking powder?
b) NaCl is an example for neutral salt. Why?
22. i. Iron is galvanized with Zinc. Why? ii. Name the ions present in Na2O.
X. Answer the following questions. 3x3=9
23. Observe the table. Groups 1 2 13 17
i)Write the formula of the compound formed by Elements A B K L
elements B and L.
ii)What is the valency of 18th group elements? Why?
iii)Can elements A and B form compounds? Give reason for answer.
24. Draw a diagram showing electrolytic refining of Copper.
Label (i) Acidified Copper sulphate solution (ii) Cathode
25. i. Hydrogen gas is not evolved when most of the metals react with nitric acid. Give reasons.
[Link] pH of milk of magnesia is 10. Name the ions responsible for high pH.
OR
Give reasons.
i. During indigestion, there is pain and irritation in stomach.
ii. Doctors use Plaster of Paris for supporting fractured bones.
iii. Bleaching powder is used to treat drinking water.
[Link] the following questions. 1x4=4
26. i. What are functional groups? Write the formula of ketone group.
ii. Mention any 2 differences between soaps and detergents.
PART C BIOLOGY
XII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet : 2 X 1 = 2
27. If 100 kilo Jones of energy is available for organisms in the third trophic level then the energy
available at the producer level is
a)10 KJ b) 100 KJ c)1000 KJ c)10000 KJ
[Link] is an example for homologous organ
a) human hand and forelimbs of horse b)Fins of fish and flippers of penguin
c)Wings of butterfly and birds d) Legs of insects and horse
[Link] the following questions : 2 X 1 = 2
[Link] flow of energy is Uni directional in an environment. Why?
[Link] father determines the sex of the child .
[Link] the following questions? 3X 2 =6
31. Mention the events that occur during photosynthesis
[Link] the hormone responsible for a)increase in the size of fruits and seeds
b)A stem bending towards light
[Link] the given figure identify the process label a b c d
[Link] the following questions? 3 X 3=9
[Link] are the advantages of vegetative propagation
OR
Explain sexual reproduction in angiosperms
35. How Local people and industrialists are stakeholders of forest resources .
[Link] the hormones secreted by these glands and write its functions
a) Pancreas b)Testis c)Ovary
[Link] the following questions? 2 X 4 =8
[Link] diagram of alimentary canal of man label
a) stomach b) liver c) pancreas d) small intestine
[Link] does Mendel’s experiment show that characters can be dominant or recessive
OR
a)What are the tools to investigate evolutionary relationships
b) Fore limbs of frog, birds wing, wings of a bat, forelimbs of lizards. - Pair the following into their
homologous organs and analogous organs. Give reasons for the arrangement
XIII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet : 2 X1 =2
27. Contraceptive method used to prevents sexually transmitted diseases is
a)Surgical method b)condoms c)oral pills d)copper T
[Link] a tall pea (TT)plant is crossed with a dwarf plant,(tt) the offspring obtained from the seeds are
all tall. The reason could be
a)tall character is dominant b)dwarf character is dominant
c)tall character is recessive d) none of the above
[Link] the following questions : 2X1=2
[Link] are the reasons for leaf movement shown by touch me not plant when it is touched
[Link] two sexually transmitted diseases caused by viruses .
PART A : PHYSICS
[Link] alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 4x1=4
1. Corrective lens used in case of presbyopia is
a) concave lens b) convex lens c)concavo-convex lens d)bifocal lens
[Link] used to find the direction of movement of conductor in simple motor is
a)Fleming’s right hand rule b)Fleming’s left hand rule
c)right hand thumb rule d)law of magnetic pole
[Link] of eye that controls the amount of light entering into eye is
a)cornea b)lens c) pupil d) iris
[Link] resistors of different values are connected in series then electric current in circuit is
a)constantly changes b)divides c)reduces d) same / constant
[Link] the following questions: 2x1=2
5. Is it possible to use the fuse made of tungsten metal in a domestic circuit? Give reason for your answer.
6. What is the function of mirror used by Dentist ?
[Link] the following questions: 2x2=4
[Link] a diagram showing concentric circles indicating the field of magnet around a straight conductor
and label magnetic field .
[Link] the characters of an ideal fuel ?
OR
What are the uses of solar cell ?
IV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
9. Mention three safety measures taken in domestic electric circuit .
OR
Write the factors responsible for increasing the rate of induced current . When will be induced
current highest .
10. Draw a ray diagram for the image formation in convex mirror when object is placed at infinity.
Mention the position and nature of image .
[Link] the experiment of recombination of the spectrum of white light .
OR
Why planets do not twinkle like a star ?
V. Answer the following questions : 4x1=4
12. a) Define refractive index . When a light ray enters obliquely from one medium to another medium
it will not bends towards or away from the normal .Is this possible ? Give reason for your answer.
b) Define the following terms related to spherical lens
a) optic centre b) principle focus
VI. Answer the following questions : 5x1=5
13.a) Write the SI unit of commercial unit of electric energy and express that unit in joules ?
b) What is electric circuit ? Name the two types of electric circuit
PART B : CHEMISTRY
VII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2x1=2
14. CuO + H₂ → Cu + H₂O Oxidised and reduced reactants in this equation are
(a) CuO and H₂ (b) Cu and H₂O (c) H₂ and CuO (d) CuO and H₂O
21. Carbon atom neither forms C4+ nor C 4- ion but forms covalent compounds. Justify.
OR
Mention four chemical properties of carbon compounds.
22. What are the observations made when an iron nail is dropped in copper sulphate solution? Identify
the type of reaction.
[Link] the following questions. 3x3=9
23. Draw a diagram to show the reaction of zinc granules with dilute sulphuric acid and testing hydrogen
gas by burning. Label zinc granules and delivery tube.
24. Define enrichment of ores ?
b) Explain the extraction of mercury ore from cinnabar ore with balanced equation.
25. a) Define New land’s law of octaves
b) Mention the limitations of newland’s classification of elements
OR
a) State Mendeleev’s periodic law.
b) write the advantages of Mendeleev’s periodic table
[Link] the following questions. 1x4=4
26. a) How detergents are effective in hard water?
b)What is esterification reaction? Support your answer with a chemical equation.
PART C : BIOLOGY
XII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2 X1 =2
[Link] part of the flower that form into fruit is
a) stamen b) pistil c) ovule d)ovary
[Link] have evolved from this group of organisms
a) fishes b)amphibians c) reptiles d)mammals
[Link] the following questions : 2 X1 =2
[Link] the hormone responsible for inhibiting plant growth and falling of leaves .
30. Testis are placed outside the abdominal cavity of the body .Why ?
XIV. Answer the following questions : 3X2 =6
31. Depletion of ozone layer is a serious concern. What measures can be taken to control it
32. How do genes control the expression of traits or characters
33. a)In the given figure label a and c. b) Name the process that occurs in B
[Link] the following questions : 3 X3 =9
[Link] is fertilization? what changes are seen in flower after fertilization
OR
a)What happens if egg is not fertilized
b) Name the sexually transmitted diseases caused by bacteria.
[Link] is evolution? what are the evidences for evolution.?
[Link] are the advantages of storing water in underground ?
Why there is a need to use fossil fuels cautiously?
[Link] the following questions : 4X 2=8
[Link] a longitudinal section of human brain label
a) pons b) hypothalamus c)cerebrum d)cerebellum
38.a)What is double circulation write its significance
b)Differentiate between arteries and capillaries.
OR
a)Explain transportation of water and minerals in plants
b)Explain transportation of products of photosynthesis in plant
PART A : PHYSICS
[Link] alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 4x1=4
1. The color of light visible from far away is
a) red b) green c) blue d) orange
2. Phenomenon responsible for formation of rainbow is
a) dispersion b) refraction c) internal reflection d) all of these
3. Device used to protect electric circuit from high electric current is
a) main switch b) fuse c) voltmeter d) voltameter
4. Resistance will be high when four resistors are arranged in the form of
a) all resistors in parallel b) two in parallel -two in series
c) all resistors in series d) three in parallel -one in series
[Link] the following questions: 2x1=2
5. A substance X and Y is having resistivity of 100 X 10-6 Ohm meter and 1.62 X 10 -8 ohm meter
respectively .which one you would use in making electric heater ?Give reason for your answer .
6. Name the two types of mirrors and their use in vehicles ?
[Link] the following questions: 2x2=4
[Link] a diagram of Faraday’s experiment of electromagnetic induction and label bar magnet.
[Link] are the disadvantages of nuclear energy ?
OR
How non conventional source of energy is better over conventional source of energy ?
IV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
9. Explain the working of simple motor .
OR
Explain the working of generator .
10. Draw a ray diagram for the image formation in concave lens when object is placed in between
optical centre and infinity .Mention the position and nature of image .
[Link] hypermetropia and mention its causes .
OR
Define presbyopia and mention its causes ?
V. Answer the following questions : 4x1=4
12. a) Define 1 dioptre of power of lens .
b) How focal length and power of lens are related
c) Height of image by a lens is 5cm and height of object is -15cm. find the magnification and write the
nature of image.
VI. Answer the following questions : 5x1=5
13.a) What is heating effect of electric current ? write two devices that work on heating effect of electric
current
b) Write the SI unit of the following a) Electric charge b) electric current c)electric power .
Science Model Paper 2023-24
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Part B CHEMISTRY
VII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet Choose the correct answer. 2x1=2
14. As we move down from top to bottom of periodic table this one do not increase
(a) atomic radius (b) metallic character (c) valence electrons (d) No. of shells
15. The name of this C5H11OH compound is
a)Pentanone b. Pentanal c. Pentanol d. Pentanoic acid
VIII. Answer the following questions : 4x1=4
16. Name the acid present in ant sting and sour milk.
17. Why ionic compounds conduct electricity in molten state or aqueous state?
18. Write the products of combustion of Methane.
19. Writhe 2 methods to prevent rancidity.
IX. Answer the following questions. 3x2=6
20. Write 2demerits of Mendeleev’s periodic law.
21. Draw a diagram to show acid solution in water conducts electricity. Label bulb and beaker
22. What is thermite reaction ? Write 1 application of it.
OR
Explain the method of obtaining copper from Cu2S with a balanced equation?
X. Answer the following questions. 3x3=9
23. Draw a diagram to show the action of steam on metals. Label glass wool and metal sample.
24. How bleaching powder is prepared ? mention its two uses.
OR
Write name of salt and chemical formula for the following :
a)removal of hardness of water b) soda acid device c)ornamental materials
25. write the balanced chemical equations for
i. Zinc + Sulphuric acid -----------→ Zinc sulphate + Hydrogen
ii. Magnesium + Oxygen --→ Magnesium oxide
iii. Lead nitrate -→ Lead oxide + Nitrogen dioxide + Oxygen
XI. Answer the following questions. 1x4=4
26. a) write the structural formula of i) cyclo propane ii) proponoic acid
PART C : BIOLOGY
XII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet 2x1=2
27. The contraceptive method which prevents transmission of sexually transmitted diseases :
(a) surgery (b) condoms (c) IUDs (d) oral pills
28. When a pure tall pea plant is crossed with a dwarf plant, the offspring obtained from the seeds are all tall.
The reason could be :
a) Tall character is dominant b) Dwarf character is recessive
c) Tall character is recessive d) None of the above
XIII. Answer the following questions : 2x1=2
29. What are the reasons for leaf movement shown by touch me not plant when it is touched ?
30. Name two sexually transmitted diseases caused by viruses. 3X2 = 6
XIV. Answer the following questions :
[Link] are the methods by which plants throw out unwanted wastes.
[Link] the following. :- a) First member of human species
b) Continent in which earliest members of human found
c) Mechanism of evolution that provides diversity without any adaptation
d) A leafy vegetable evolved from wild cauliflower.
[Link] the diagram and answer the following questions:
a) Which trophic level has lowest available energy ?
b) In which trophic level highest number of organisms found
c)In which trophic level primary consumers are found?
d) In which trophic level producers are found?
1
b) The overhead sun at noon appears as white. What is the reason for this ?
V. Answer the following question : 1×4=4
12. a) What is reflection of light ? State the two laws of reflection.
b) Define the following terms related to the spherical mirrors :
i) Aperture ii) Pole of the mirror
VI. Answer the following question : 1×5=5
13. a) State Joule’s law of heating. How does a bulb work based on this law?
Explain.
b) What is electric potential difference ? Name the instrument used to
measure the potential difference. How is this instrument be connected in an
electric circuit?
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PART – B CHEMISTRY )
VII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions /
incomplete statements. Choose the correct alternative and write the
complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2×1=2
14. A type of chemical reaction in which a single product is formed by
two or more reactants is
(A) chemical decomposition (B) chemical combination
(C) chemical displacement (D) chemical double displacement
15. Atomic number of chlorine is 17. The period of this element in the
modern periodic table is
(A) 1st period (B) 2nd period (C) 3rd period (D) 4th period
VIII. Answer the following questions : 4×1=4
16. What is dilution of acids ?
17. What could be the pH value of a salt that is commonly used to remove
strong oil stains in any source ? Why ?
18. What is the reason for the formation of water when moderately reactive
metals react with nitric acid ?
19. Though concentrated sulphuric acid is not a reactant during the
conversion of ethanol to ethene, its presence is necessary. Why ?
IX. Answer the following questions : 3×2=6
20. Name the carbon compounds having the following
structures. i)
ii)
iii) iv)
2
OR
Can zinc carbonate and cinnabar ores be converted into their oxides by
roasting ? Justify your answer with reason.
22. Observe the table given below. Answer the given questions :
Element B O C Li K
Atomic Number 5 8 6 3 19
Choose the elements that have the smallest and the largest atoms.
i) Predict the formula of potassium oxide with reason.
X. Answer the following questions : 3×3=9
23. a) What are saturated carbon compounds ?
b) Define the following : i) Homologous series ii) Esters.
OR
a) What are micelles ?
b) What is covalent bond ? Write any two properties of covalent compounds.
24. Draw the diagram of the arrangement of apparatus to show the action of
steam on a metal. Label the following parts :
i) Metal sample ii) Hydrogen gas.
25. In which of the following chemical reactions water insoluble precipitate
will be formed ?
Explain. Which water soluble products are formed in both of the
reactions ? i) Barium chloride reacted with sodium sulphate.
ii) Zinc reacted with hydrochloric acid.
XI. Answer the following question : 1×4=4
26. a) Observe the following chemical equations and answer the
CuO + 2HCl → CuCl2 + H2O
CO2+ Ca(OH)2→ CaCO3+ H2O
Which property of metallic oxide and non-metallic oxide is expressed here ?
Explain.
b) How sodium carbonate is prepared ? Explain with suitable chemical
equations. Mention any two uses of this salt.
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PART – C( BIOLOGY )
XII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions
/incomplete statements. Choose the correct alternative and write the
complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2×1=2
27. The process that occurs in the production of new individuals of
planaria is
(A) binary fission (B) regeneration (C) budding (D) fragmentation
28. A phenomenon that does not direct the speciation is
A) Geographical isolation (B) Genetic drift
(C) Natural selection (D) DNA replication
XIII. Answer the following questions : 2×1=2
29. Which tropisms are necessary to bring the growth in the shoots and roots
of plants ?
3
30. What type of pollination occurs in the given below type of flower ? Why ?
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DISTRICT LEVEL PREPARATORY EXAMINATION : 2023-24 MAX MARKS : 80
CLASS : 10 SUB : SCIENCE (83E) TIME : 3.15 HOUR
PART A : PHYSICS
I. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 4x1=4
1. A device that reverses the direction of flow of current through a circuit :
a) Ammeter b) Voltmeter c) Rheostat d) Commutator
2. To obtain an erect image in a concave mirror, the object has to be placed :
a) at centre of curvature b) beyond centre of curvature
c) in between pole and focus d) in between centre of curvature and focus
3. When electric current is passed, the magnetic lines of force are in the form of concentric circles
in a :
a) straight conductor b) circular coil c) solenoid d) rectangular coil
4. Geysers and Air coolers are connected to the circuit having the current :
a) 5 A b) 2 A c) 1 A d) 15 A
II. Answer the following questions: 2x1=2
5. Draw the symbol of open switch used in an electric circuit.
6. Observe the given diagram. Identify the north pole of the magnet.
Give reason for your answer.
III. Answer the following questions: 2x2=4
7. Observe the given diagram and explain this experiment.
8. An electric iron of resistance 20 Ω takes a current of 5A. Calculate the heat produced in 30s.
- OR -
3 resistors of resistance 2Ω, 3Ω and 6Ω are connected in parallel. Find the total resistance of the
circuit.
IV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
9. a) What is meant by centre of curvature of a spherical mirror?
b) Mention any 4 uses of concave mirror.
OR
a) Write the formula to find magnification produced by a lens.
b) Magnification of a lens P and Q is + 0.33 and -2 respectively. Write the nature of image
formed in both cases.
10. Draw a ray diagram for image formation by convex lens when an object is placed at
principal focus (F). Write the position and nature of image formed.
OR
Draw a ray diagram for image formation by convex mirror when object is placed at infinity.
Write the position and nature of image formed.
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V. Answer the following questions: 4x1=4
12. a) A refrigerator rated 200W operates 6 hours per day. An electric iron rated 100W is used for 3
hours per day. Calculate the cost of using these appliances for 30 days at the cost of Rs. 3 per
KWh.
b) Is it correct to connect refrigerator and iron box in a series circuit? Give suitable reason for
your answer.
VI. Answer the following questions: 2+3
13. a) Why does sun appear reddish early in the morning?
b) How myopia is different from hyper metropia ?
PART B: CHEMISTRY
VII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2x1=2
14. When we mix the solutions of Sodium sulphate and Barium chloride, the white substance formed is :
a) Barium sulphate b) Barium chloride c) Sodium chloride d) Sodium sulphate
15. To protect tooth decay we are advised to brush our teeth regularly. The nature of the tooth paste
commonly used is :
a) Acidic b) neutral c) basic d) corrosive
VIII. Answer the following questions: 4x1=4
16. A solution has a greater number of H /H3O ions. What is the nature and taste of the solution?
+ +
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OFFICE OF THE DD, DEPT OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, KOLAR DISTRICT
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT 1 : 2023-24 MAX MARKS : 80
CLASS : 10 SUB : SCIENCE (83E) TIME : 3.15 HOUR
PART A : PHYSICS
I. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 3x1=3
1. The relationship between Resistance and current is :
a) They are directly related to each other
b) The resistance has a greater magnitude than the current
c) They are inversely related to each other
d) The current has a greater magnitude than the resistance
2. A soft iron bar is introduced inside a current-carrying solenoid. The magnetic field inside a solenoid :
a) Decrease b) Increase c) Zero d) Remains Same
3. The Commercial unit of electric Energy is :
a) Volt b) Ampere c) Kilowatt-hour d) Watt
II. Answer the following questions: 3x1=3
4. Draw a symbol of variable resistance commonly used in the circuit diagram.
5. State Maxwells right hand thumb rule.
6. What is the voltage and frequency of AC current supplied for domestic purpose?
III. Answer the following questions: 2x2=4
7. Draw a schematic diagram of circuit consisting of 12V battery and resistors of 4Ω & 5Ω and plug
key all connected in series.
8. A compass needle is placed near a current carrying straight conductor.
State your observation for the following cases and give reasons for
the same in each case.
(a) Magnitude of electric current is increased.
(b) The compass needle is displaced away from the conductor.
- OR -
What are the ways to increase the power of electric motor used for
commercial purpose?
IV. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
9. Write the differences between series and parallel circuits.
10. (a) Calculate the current through a lamp of 25 W operating at 250 V.
(b) Why elements of electrical heating devices are made up of alloys?
OR
An electric lamp of 100 Ω, a toaster of resistance 50 Ω and a water filter of resistance 500 Ω are
connected in parallel to a 220 V source. What is the resistance of an electric iron connected to the
same source that takes as much current as all three appliances, and what is the current through it?
11. What is a magnetic field? Write the properties of magnetic field lines.
V. Answer the following questions: 4x1=4
12. a) A coil of copper wire is connected to a galvanometer. What would happen if a bar magnet is
(i) Pushed into the coil with its north pole entering first?
(ii) Pulled out of the bar magnet?
(iii) Held stationary inside the coil?
b) State the principle of an electric generator.
VI. Answer the following questions: 5x1=5
13. a) State Ohm’s law.
b) When an electric current flows through a conductor it becomes hot. Why?
List the factors on which the heat produced in a conductor depends..
c) Fuse wire is placed in series with the device. Give reason.
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PART B: CHEMISTRY
VII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and write
the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 3x1=3
14. Chips manufacturers usually flush bags of chips with this gas :
a) Oxygen b) Hydrogen
c) Chlorine d) Nitrogen
15. The substance that converts blue litmus paper into red colour is:
a) gastric juice b) sodium chloride solution
c) pure water d) sodium hydroxide solution
16. An acid present in the stinging hair of nettle plant leaves is :
a) citric acid b) lactic acid
c) methanoic acid d) oxalic acid
VIII. Answer the following questions: 3x1=3
17. Identify the substances that are oxidized and reduced in the following reaction.
4 Na (s) + O2 (g) → 2 Na2O (s)
18. Define neutralization reaction ?
19. Name any two metals that are comparatively poor conductors of heat.
IX. Answer the following questions: 3x2=6
20. The solutions of lead(II) nitrate and potassium iodide were mixed.
What type of Chemical reaction is this? Write the balanced chemical equation for this reaction.
21. Draw the diagram showing Electrolytic refining of copper and label acidified CuSO4 solution.
22. a) Silver articles become black after some time when exposed to air.
b) Copper vessels get a green coat when left exposed to air in the rainy season.
X. Answer the following questions: 3x3=9
23. Write the balanced chemical equations for the following reactions.
a) Magnesium wire is burnt in air.
b) Electric current is passed through water.
c) Iron nail is placed in CuSO4 solution.
24. Write the molecular formula and one use of the following salts.
(i) Bleaching powder
(ii) Baking soda
(iii) Plaster of Paris
– OR –
Name the products of Chlor-alkali process. Write one use of each product.
25. Draw the diagram of the arrangement of apparatus to show the reaction of zinc granules with
dilute sulphuric acid and testing hydrogen gas by burning and label the following parts.
a) Zinc granules b) Soap bubble filled with hydrogen
XI. Answer the following questions: 1x4=4
26. a) How is copper extracted from its ore Cu2S ?
b) Write the differences between Calcination and Roasting.
–OR–
a) Show the formation of NaCl by the transfer of elections.
b) Why do ionic compounds have high melting points ?
c) Ionic compounds in the solid state do not conduct electricity. Why ?
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PART C : BIOLOGY
XII. Four alternatives are given for each of the following questions. Choose the correct alternative and
write the complete answer along with its letter of alphabet. 2x1=2
27. Cell division in plants is promoted by:
a) auxin b) gibberellins c) cytokinins d) abscisic acid
28. If salivary amylase is lacking in the saliva, which of the following events in the mouth cavity will
be affected?
(a) Proteins breaking down into amino acids (b) Starch breaking down into sugars
(c) Fats breaking down into fatty acids and glycerol (d) Absorption of vitamins
XIII. Answer the following questions: 2x1=2
29. Define food web.
30. Name the hormone responsible for fighting emergency situations.
XIV. Answer the following questions : 3x2=6
31. In the given diagram, identify the part A and write its function.
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