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X - BIOLOGY - EXAM -1

The document is an examination paper for Class X Biology, consisting of multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and descriptive questions covering topics such as transpiration, hormones, and photosynthesis. It includes a variety of question formats to assess students' understanding of biological concepts. The paper is divided into two sections, with Section A focusing on objective questions and Section B requiring more detailed responses.

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X - BIOLOGY - EXAM -1

The document is an examination paper for Class X Biology, consisting of multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and descriptive questions covering topics such as transpiration, hormones, and photosynthesis. It includes a variety of question formats to assess students' understanding of biological concepts. The paper is divided into two sections, with Section A focusing on objective questions and Section B requiring more detailed responses.

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ST.

ANN'S SCHOOL CISCE


EXAMINATION - I
Class : X. BIOLOGY. Marks:80
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SECTION -A
Question:1
Choose the correct answer. [15]
i)The part is used to measure the rate of transpiration is
a) Barometer b) Clinostat c) Potometer
ii) The process of oozing out of the fluids from a plant part is
a) Transpiration b) Excretion. c) Exudation
iii)The pigment chlorophyll is contained in the Wall of
a) Thylakoids. b) Stroma. c) Cytoplasm
iv)Which of the following is used to remove chlorophyll from the leaves
a) Iodine. b) Methylene spirit. c) Soda lime
v)Assertion: Transpiration decrease the amount of moisture in the atmosphere
Reason: Forests contribute in bringing rain because of transpiration
a) A is False R is True. b) Both A and B are True c)A is True and R is False
vi)_______is the most studied form of gibberllin.
a) GA1. b) GA2. c) GA3
vii)The hormone which stimulates cell division
a) Cytokinins. b)Auxins c) Gibberllins
viii)Darwin original theory of natural selection was modified and is termed as
a) Neo-Darwinism b)Geo -Darwinism. c)Tio-Darwinism
ix) The symbol of family welfare is
a) Red circle. b)Red inverted triangle. c) Green inverted triangle
x)Assertion: Ethylene is the only hormone which is a gas at ordinary temperature
Reason: It helps in the ripening of fruit and is produced in the fruit
a) A is False R is True. b)Both A and B are False c)A is True and R is False
xi)Surgical method of sterilization in women involves cutting and tying of
a) Ureter b) Urethra. c) Fallopian tube
xii)Minerals are a ________source
a) Renewable. b)Non renewable. c) Living
xiii) Compressed natural gas is proposed to be a better alternative to fossil fuel Which of the following
reasons makes it a better alternative?
P.Combustion leaves little or no residue. Q.Absence of carbon in CNG R.Easily available
a)Only P b)Only Q. c)Only Q and R
xiv). When a cell in solution shrinks and loses its shape then the solution is
a) Isotonic. b)Hypertonic. c) Hypotonic
xv) Which of the following is a biodegradable waste
a)Metal cans b) E-waste. c) Flowers

Question:2
i)Name the following. [5]
1. The opening on the barks of trees through which transpiration occurs
2. The liquid waste material produced by factories
3. The statistical study of human population
4. The first form of food substance produced during photosynthesis
5. The growth retarding hormone in plants
ii)Pick the odd one out and write the reason for the remaining: [5]
1.Dust,Smoke,Carbon monoxide, effluent
2.Stomata,Cuticle,Lenticle, Mitochondria
3.Auxin, Adrenaline, Cytokinins, Gibberllins
4.Wisdom teeth,Pinna, Intestine, Appendix
5.Glucose , Carbon di oxide ,water, Oxygen

iii)Fill in the blanks with suitable words: [5]


To test the leaf for starch, the leaf is boiled in water to (1)________ .It is next boiled in methylated
spirit to(2)__________. The leaf is placed in warm water to soften it. It is then placed in a dish and
(3)________ solution is added. The region, which contains starch, turns (4) _________ and the
region , which does not contain starch, turns (5)_______ .

iv) Rearrange the following in correct sequence. [5]


1.Concentration of K+ion increases in guard cells,high rate of photosynthesis, opening of stomata,day time
2.Formation of NADPH, light absorption, splitting of water, release of oxygen.
3.Snake, rabbit, cabbage,hawk
4.Homo erectus, Neanderthal,Cro-magnon,Homo habilis
5.Decay, Photosynthesis, respiration, food chains

v) Give appropriate terms for the following. [5]


1. The places where the waste is dumped in a ground depression
2. The number of individuals per square kilometre at any time
3. Origin of new species by gradual modification
4. Conversion of many simpler molecule into a complex molecule
5. Loss of water from the surface of the water bodies in the form of vapour

SECTION -B (Attempt any 4 questions). [40]


Question:3
1. Define transpiration (1)
2.Write the expand form of NADP and MTP (2)
3.Explain the term" Tropic hormone ". Give one example of a tropic hormone. (2)
4.Name two surgical techniques that can be used to prevent pregnancy? (2)
5.Draw the Stomata diagram and label the parts (3)

Question:4
1.Write a well balanced equation of photosynthesis process (2)
2. What is the effect of pollution on soil (2)
3.Distinguish between Homo habilis and Homo sapiens (Cranial capacity, body hair, posture). (3)
4.The diagram given below depicts the climate change on planet earth (3)
a) Name the climatic phenomenon for the increase in earth's temperature.
b) Mention one reason for this warming.
c)What measure can be taken to prevent this climate change?

Question:5
1.Define Parthenocarpy. (1)
2.Name the two objectives of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan? (2)
3. Why respiration is said to be a reversed process of photosynthesis? Explain. (2)
4.Give reason: Forests tend to bring more rains. (2)
5.Study the given diagram and answer the following questions : (3)
(a) What is the main aim of the experiment?

(b) Oxygen gas shown in the experiment is released from which of the
raw materials ?

(c)Name the chemical substance which can be added in water to enhance the
process/ rate of release of oxygen gas.

Question:6
1.Write the exact location of Chlorophyll and hydathodes. (2)
2.Write any two differences between Phototropism and chemotropism (2)
3.What did you mean by the 3RS in the context of sustainable development? (2)
4.Observe the diagram and answer the questions (4)
(a) What is the figure depicting?
(b)Who explained the theory?
(c) What is the name of the theory that is being depicted in the figure?
(d)What was the reason that the giraffe stretched its neck and forelimbs?

Question:7
1.Define pollution. (1)
2.Mention any two role of Auxins in plants? (2)
3.What are the adaptation in plants to reduce transpiration process (2)
4.What are the two types of waste? Give one example (2)
5.Draw the carbon cycle. (3)

Question:8
1. Explain the term photolysis in photosynthesis. (1)
2. Write the difference between guttation and transpiration (2)
3.Suggest two measures to reduce air pollution (2)
5.Study the diagram given beside and answer the questions that follow. (5)
(a) What kind of a movement is shown in figure. Define it.
(b) How does this movement differ from geotropism?
(c) Name the stimulus responsible for thigmotropism. Give one example of a plant showing thigmotropism.
(d) Name one stimulus which gives a positive response for the roots but negative response for the shoot.
(e) Draw a neat and labelled diagram of the part of plant showing leaf tendril. Name the plant.

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