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QUARTERLY EXAMINATION, SEPTEMBER 2024

STD: X DURATION: 2HRS
SUBJECT: BIOLOGY MAX.MARKS: 80

Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.

You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.
This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.
The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.
All questions are compulsory.
The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [].

SECTION-A
[Attempt all questions from this Section.]
Question 1
Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. Do not copy the question,
write the correct answers only. [15]
i. The force that makes water stick to walls of Xylem vessels is _____
a. Transpiration pull b. Cohesive force c. Adhesive force d. Capillary force.
ii. The cells that produce Testosterone are _____________.
a. Bulbo Urethral b. Leydig c. Scrotal d. Seminiferous tubules.
iii. Assertion: Dizygotic twins have the same genome.
Reason: They develop from the same zygote.
a. A is True and R is False.
b. A is False and R is True.
c. Both A and R are True.
d. Both A and R are False.
iv. The number of pairs of Spinal and Cranial nerves are _______ and ______ respectively.
a. 16, 32 b. 12, 24 c. 31, 21 d. 31, 12.
v. Which of the following produces digestive juices as well as hormones?
a. Pancreas b. Pituitary c. Adrenal d. Thyroid
vi. The outermost layer of the Meninges is:
a.Grey matter b. Piamater c. Duramater d. Arachnoid membrane.
vii. Assertion: In Efferent arteriole, blood flows with tremendous pressure.
Reason: Afferent arteriole has wider lumen.
a. A is True and R is False.
b. A is False and R is True.
c. Both A and R are True.
d. Both A and R are False.
viii. The pressure exerted by the cell contents on the cell wall is ____.
a. Osmotic pressure b. Turgor pressure c. Root pressure d. Wall pressure
ix. Astigmatism is rectified using ______________ lens.
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a. Bifocal lens. b. Cylindrical lens. c. Concave lens. d. Convex lens.

x. If blood is passed along with urine, it is clinically called __________.
a. Glycosuria b. Uremia c. Albuminuria d. Hematuria.
xi. Assertion: Root pressure develops in the cortical cells of the phloem of root.
Reason: It pushes the water and minerals towards the soil.
a. A is True and R is False.
b. A is False and R is True.
c. Both A and R are True.
d. Both A and R are False.
xii. Study the diagram of Human ovum and identify the plasma membrane of the same:

a. Zona Pellucida.
b. Corona Radiata.
c. Vitelline membrane.
d. Germinal Spot.
xiii. Assertion: Cerebrum is the most complex and developed part of the Brain.
Reason: It is the seat of intelligence, memory and critical thinking.
a. A is True and R is False.
b. A is False and R is True.
c. Both A and R are True.
d. Both A and R are False.
xiv. Organ of Corti is concerned with ____________
a. Only body balance. b. Only hearing c. Both hearing and body balance.
d.conducts impulse to the brain.
xv. Primary Sex organs are _____________
a. Ovaries, Testes and Fallopian tube . b. Testes, Seminiferous tubules and Penis. c. Ovaries and Testes.
d. Fallopian tube and Seminal

Question 2
i. Name the following: [5]
a. The pigment that imparts urine its characteristic colour.
b. The process in which there is entry of water due to surface attraction.
c. The type of treatment needed to treat people with Cataract.
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d. The other name for Bowman’s Capsule+ Glomerulus.

e. The pressure which enables a plant cell to be in its maximum distended condition.
ii. Given below is a V.S. of Human Eye. Read the information below the diagram and fill in the
blanks: [5]

The retina contains photosensitive sells namely the rods and cones. However, their distribution is not
uniform in the retina. The Fovea is the region of best vision. At the rear end of the retina, the Blind spot
is seen. It is devoid of the photosensitive cells.
The retina is the [a] ________ most region of the eye. The pigment of rods is termed[b] _____________
and that of cones is termed [c] ______________ From the Blind spot, the [d] __________ emerges,
which is [e] ___________ in nature.
iii. Arrange and rewrite the terms in each group in the correct order so as to be in a logical
sequence beginning with the term that is underlined. [5]
a. Fovea, lens, cornea, Conjunctiva, Sclera.
b. Testis, Urethra, Sperm duct, Epididymis.
c. Receptor, Response, Effector, Spinal cord.
d. Loop of Henle, P.C.T, Glomerulus, Bowman’s Capsule, D.C.T.
e. 20% salt solution, Plasmolysis, Cell, Exosmosis.
iv. Match the items in Column I with the most appropriate ones in Column II and rewrite the
correct pairs: [5]
COLUMN I COLUMN II
a. Hyposecretion of Thyroxine in adults Diabetes Mellitus
b. Hyposecretion of Insulin Myxoedema
c. Hypersecretion of Growth Hormone in childhood Dwarfism
d. Hyposecretion of ADH Gigantism
e. Hypersecretion of Thyroxine Diabetes Insipidus
Exophthalmic Goitre
Cretinism
v. Given below is a cross section of the Ear. Match the structures marked 1 to 9 with their correct
functions: [5]
1. Carries impulse to the Brain.
2. Sets the sound waves into vibration.
3. Organ of hearing.
4. Collects sound waves.
5. Responsible for Dynamic equilibrium.
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SECTION – B
Question 3
i. Explain the term Active transport. [1]
ii. Differentiate between Seminal vesicle and Prostrate gland based on location and importance of the
secretion. [2]
iii. Saritha placed onion cells in two different solutions namely A [ sugar syrup] and B [tap water]
respectively for 5 minutes each. Identify the type of solution and the process the cells underwent in each
type of solution. [2]

iv. Draw a schematic diagram for treatment of Hyperopia. [2]

v. The following is a graphical representation of the menstrual cycle of Tina . Study the same and
answer the questions that are given alongside: [3]

i. Identify the
hormones I,2
and 3.
ii. Which
structure is
formed in
the Ovary
after
Ovulation?
iii. Mention the
stages of
Menstrual
cycle.

Question 4:
i. What is the difference between cellophane paper and rubber sheet? [1]
ii. Illustrate a Reflex arc. [2]
iii. Mention two functions of turgidity in plants. [2]
iv. Give the functions of CSF. s
[2]
v. Study the diagram and answer the questions that are given alongside: [3]

i. Redraw the diagram and label

Anterior and Posterior Pituitary
gland.[1].
ii. Mention the hormones produced
by Posterior Pituitary Gland.[1]
iii. Give the full form of ACTH. [1]
Question 5
i. What is the opening of the Uterus called?
[1]
ii. What is function of Mineralocorticoids and Sertoli cells?
[2]
iii. Write any two valid sentences on Wilting of leaves. [2]
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iv. Illustrate a Malpighian capsule. [2]

v. Mention any three significant differences between Osmosis and Diffusion. [3]
Question 6
i. What is Implantation? [1]
ii. Mention any two examples each for Innate and Conditioned reflexes [2]
iii. Illustrate the structure of human male gamete. [2]
iv. Differentiate between Corpus callosum and Corpus luteum. [2]
v. Study the diagram and answer the questions that are given alongside: [3]

i. Label the parts D, E, H and

ii. What is the function of the
part labelled ‘D’?
iii. Differentiate between the
parts labelled K and E with
reference to appearance
giving suitable reasons.

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