CBSE QUESTION PAPER

CLASS-X

SCIENCE (Theory)
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Time allowed : ] ½ hours [ Maximum marks : 60
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Gen�ral I11structions :
(i) The question paper comprises oftwo sections, A and B. You are to
attempt both. the sections.
(ii) ALL questions are compulsory.
(iii) There is no overall choice. However, internal choice has been provided in
all the three questions offive marks category. Only one option in such
questions is to be attempted.
 (iv) All questions ofSection A and all questions ofSection Bare to be attempted
separately.
(v) Questions number 1 to 6 in Section A and 17 to 19 in Section Bare short
answer type questions. These questions cany one mark each.
(vi) Questions number 7 to 10 in Section A and 20 to 24 in Section Bare short
answer.type questions and carry two marks each.
(vii) Questions number 11 to 14 in Section A and 25 and 26 in Section Bare also
short answer type questions and carry three marks each.
(viii} Questions number 15 and 16 in Section A and question number 27 in Section
Bare long answer type questions and carryfive marks each.
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SECTION A
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1. Balance the following chemical equation :

heat PbO(s)+�O 2 (g)+O i (g)
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2. Fresh milk bas a pH of 6. When it changes into curd (yogurt) will its pH value
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3. Name a reducing agent that may be used to obtain manganese from manganese
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6. Why does sky look blue on a clear day ?

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7. A compound which is prepared from gypsum has the property of hardening when
mixed with a proper quantity of water. Identify the compound. Write the chemical
equation for its preparation. For what purpose is it used in hospitals?

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 (b) Name the products formed on strongly heating fen-ous sulphate c1ystals.
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11. What is meant by 'rusting'? With labelled diagrams describe an activity to find out
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12. Give reasons for the following observations : 3
(a) The element carbon fo1ms a ve,y large number of compounds.
(b) Air holes of a gas burner have to be adjusted when the heated vessels get
blackened by the flame.
(c) Use of synthetic detergents causes pollution of water.
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table?
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(c) Why could no fixed position be given to hydrogen in Mendeleev's periodic
table?
(d) How and why does the atomic size vary as you go :
(i) from left to right along a period?
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(a) Why did Mendeleev have gaps in his periodic table?
(b) State any three limitations ofMendeleev's classification.
(c ) How does electronic configurations ofatoms change in a period with increase
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flowing through a straight conductor.
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field through and around a current carrying solenoid.
11. (b) Consider a circular loop of wire lying in the plane of the table. Let the current
pass through the loop clockwise. Apply the right hand rule to find out the
direction of the magnetic field inside and outside the loop.
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17. What are the two main components of our environment?
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18. What will happen to a plant if its xylem is removed ?

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19. Name two tissues that pr?vide control and coordination in multicellular animals. 1
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20. What are natural resources ? State two factors that work against an equitable
disttibution of these resources. 2
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21. What is water harvesting ? Mention any two water harvesting structures. 2
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22. What are ·nastic' and 'curvature' movements? Give one example of each. 2

23. What is biogas ? Why is biogas considered an ideal fuel for domestic use? 2

24. (a ) Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable sow-ces of energy.

(b) Choose the renewable sources of energ y from the following list :
Coal , biogas, sun, natmal gas 2

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25. Explain analogous organs and homologous organs. Identify the analogous and
homologous organs amongst the following : 3
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26. (a) Explain the terms :
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(b) What is the average duration of human pregnancy?
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27. (a) Draw a diagram of human alimentary canal and label on it:
Oesophagus, Gallbladder, Liver and Pancreas.
(b) Explain the statement, 'Bile does not contain any enzyme but it is
essential for digestion.'
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(a) Draw a diagram of excretory system in human beings �d label on it :
Aorta, vena cava, urinary bladder, urethra.
(b) List two vital functions of the kidney.
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