BIOLOGY REMEDIAL ASSIGNMENT (2023-24)

CLASS: IX
COMPLETE SYLLABUS
Ch: The Fundamental Unit of Life
Q1. Differentiate between (give 3 points ):
i. Hypotonic and Hypertonic solution
ii. Cell membrane and cell wall
Q2. Enlist the functions of - i. Nucleus ii.ER iii. Vacuole iv. Powerhouse of cell
Q3. What is the importance of meiosis? How is it different from mitosis?
Q4. Name the constituents of - i. plasma membrane ii. cell wall iii. Chromosomes
Q5. Draw: A prokaryotic cell and state 3 differences between it and eukaryotic cell.
Q6. What will happen in the following situations and why?
i. Blood has more oxygen as compared to a neighboring cell.
ii. A cell has become damaged and stopped functioning.
iii. Cells of salivary glands producing saliva, need to transport saliva out into the mouth.
Q7. Define: Plasmolysis and Endocytosis.

Ch: Tissues
Q1. Differentiate between (give 3 points):
i. Parenchyma and Sclerenchyma
ii. Non-Striated and Cardiac muscles
iii. Xylem and Phloem
Q2. Draw: (i) Neuron (ii) Striated and Cardiac muscle (iii) Cuboidal and ciliated
cuboidal epithelium. Label all diagrams well.
Q3. Give reasons for the following observations.
i. During storms, tall trees sway but usually do not break its branches.
ii. If leaves of a fresh plant are covered by polythene bag, tiny water drops are collected
in it.
iii. Blood and bone are both called Connective Tissue.
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iv. Cork is called as a protective tissue.
Q4. Give the location and 2-3 functions of: (i) Areolar Tissue (ii) Adipose tissue.
Q5. Describe the location and functions of the 3 types of meristems in plants.
Q6. Draw the diagram of stomata and state 3 functions of the epidermis.

Ch: Improvements in Food Resources

Q1. Differentiate between (give 3 points & examples):
(i) Layers and Broilers
(ii) Manures and fertilizers
(iii) Macro and Micronutrients
Q2. Describe these processes: (i) Organic Farming (ii) Irrigation methods.
Q3. What is pasturage? Why is it important for bee farming?
Q4. What is composite fish culture? Give its advantages.
Q5. Name: (i) Any 3 Marine fish (ii) Any 3 Freshwater fish (iii) One each- Indigenous and
exotic cattle (iv) Italian bee (v) Exotic hen
Q6. Give reasons why:
(i) Mariculture is better than Capture fishing.
(ii) Lactation period must be increased for HYV cattle
(iii) Photoperiod is important in plants.
(iv) weeds must be removed regularly from the fields.
(v) Drying of crops before storage is important.
Q7. Describe the following:
(i) Food or feed given to cattle
(ii) Importance of good medical facilities for cattle and poultry
(iii) Housing requirement of cattle

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