Biology

Chapter 5- Pollution
Sample Paper-1
MM.25

General Instruction:
I. All questions are compulsory.
II. Question No. 1 and 2 carry one mark each.
III. Question No. 3 to 5 carries two marks each.
IV. Question No. 6 to 9 carries three marks each.
V. Question No.10 carries 5 marks.

Question 1: (1)
State one gaseous compound that leads to depletion of the ozone layer and creates 'ozone
holes'.

Question 2: (1)
Which are the gases released from refrigerators and air conditioners.

Question 3: (2)
Name the chemicals which are used to kill insects and pest in agricultural practices.

Question 4: (2)
Fill in the blanks:

a. ___is a potent greenhouse gas which is produced in the course of paddy cultivation.
b. CFCs and PCBs are___in nature.

Question 5: (2)
State two effects of the smog observed in major cities.

Question 6: (3)
What are the harmful Effects of pollution on human health and other organisms and how can
we control it?

Question 7: (3)
What is Water pollution. How can you help reduce it by avoiding pollution starting from your
household?
Question 8: (3)
What measures can be taken by the citizens to minimize the noise pollution?

Question 9: (3)
State the ways by which abatement of air pollution can be initiated by the student
community.

Question 10: (5)

What are the various Sources of pollution and major pollutants? Explain.