CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL

I MODEL EXAMINATION 20̣24-25

Subject-Biology
Standard X
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
Answer to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.
You will not be allowed to write during first 15 minutes.

Section A is compulsory. Attempt any four questions from Section B.

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 questions, write the correct answer only.)
(i) Name the following: [5]
(a) A suitable heritable change in a gene.
(b) A solution whose concentration is less than cell sap.
(c) The male reproductive hormone.
(d) The hormone which regulates carbohydrate metabolism.
(e) The chemical substance which constitutes genes.

(ii) Arrange and rewrite the terms in each group in correct order so as to be in a logical sequence
beginning with the term that is underlined. [5]

(a) Loop of Henle, Proximal convoluted tubule, Bowmans capsule ,Distal convoluted tubule.
(b) Absorbs energy Photons, Stoma, Grana, Splits water molecules
(c) Conjunctiva, Retina, Cornea, Optic nerve, Lens
(d) First growth phase, Mitosis, Second growth phase, synthesis phase
(e) Diencephalon, Cerebellum
Cerebrum, Medulla oblongata, Pons, Midbrain
(iii) Choose the odd one out from the following terms and name the category to which the others belong.
[5]
(a) DDT, Fly ash, Biomedical waste, Brick kilns.
(b) Sewage, Detergents, Loudspeaker, Oil spills.
(c) ) FSH, LH, TSH, Salivary amylase.
(b) Auxin, Gibberellin, Cytokinin, Acetic acid.
(e) Adrenaline, Insulin, Thyroxine, Spleen

iv.
Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [5]
(a) ................. is the pressure developed in the roots due to the (b) ........................ of water
brought about due to the alternate (c) ......... and (d) ......... of the cells of the (e) ......... and
root hair cell, which helps in pushing the plant sap upwards.

v.

Match the items given in Column I with the most appropriate ones in Column II and rewrite the
correct matching pairs. [5]

Column I Column II

A. Diabetes insipidus 1. Anterior pituitary

B. Addison’s disease 2. Posterior pituitary

C. Myxoeddema 3. Adrenal cortex

D. Acromegaly 4. Thyroid

E. Diabetes mellitus 5. Pancreas

6. Parathyroid
7. Adrenal medulla

QUESTION II [15]

i. The function of Cell wall is :

(a) Regulates entry of solutes in plant cells.
(b) Regulates entry of solutes in animal cells.
(c) Gives rigidity and shape to plant cells.
(d) Gives rigidity and shape to animal cells.
(ii) Movement of molecules of a substance from their region of higher concentration to lower
concentration when they are in direct contact.
(a) Diffusion (b) Endosmosis
(c) Imbibition (d) Active transport

iii).
Chromosomes get aligned at the centre of the cell during ---------------
(a) Metaphase (b) Anaphase (c) Prophase (d) Telophase

iv)The opening of right auricle into the right ventricle is guarded by

(b) bicuspid valve
(c) aortic semi-lunar valve
(d) tricuspid valve
(e) Pulmonary semi-lunar valve

(v) Organ of corti is present inside the :

(a) Cochlea (b) Semicircular canals
(c) Sacculus (d) Utriculus

(vi) An increased rate of greenhouse gases causes

(a) depletion of ozone layer (b) eutrophication
(c) global warming (d) algal bloom

vii) Which is the universal donor blood group?

(a) A (b) O
(c) B (d) AB

(viii) Assertion (A) There are nearly 30,000 genes in humans.

Reason (R) Chromosome number 1 has the largest number of genes (2968).
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are false
(c) Assertion is true and Reason is false
(d) Assertion is false and Reason is true

ix)The fluid in the cavity of the eyeball behind the lens, which keeps the shape of the eyeball.
(a)Tears
(b) lysosomes
(c)Aqueous humour
(d)Vitreous humour
(x) Identify a non-renewable natural resource that is overexploited due to increased population.
(a) Petroleum (b) Coal
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) Wind

(xi) On a cool and wet day, people urinate more because of

(a) the kidney is more active on a wet day
(b) the uriniferous tubule no longer absorbs water
(c) reduced rate of sweating
(d) all of these

(xii) Assertion(A): Parturition is triggered by the release of Oxytocin.

Reason (R): Oxytocin stimulates the contractions of the uterus to expel the foetus during child birth,
a) A is true R is false
b) A is false Ris true
c) both A and R are true
d) Both A and R are false

(xiii) Diabetes insipidus is due to failure of secretion of

(a) Insulin (b) Aldosterone
(c) ADH (d) Thyroid

(xiv) SA node is located in

(a) upper lateral wall of left atrium (b) upper lateral wall of right atrium
(c) lower lateral wall of left atrium (d) lower lateral wall of right atrium

(xv) The first scientist who proposed his theory for the evolution was
(a) Darwin (b) Mendel
(c) Wallace (d) Lamarck
 SECTION – B
40 marks
(Attempt any four questions.)

Question III

(i) What are the three major parts of a developing embryo ? [1]

(ii) Given below are name of certain hormones secreted by various parts of a mammalian

reproductive system. Write down the site of their secretion. [2]

(a) Testosterone (b) Progesterone

(c) Relaxin (d) Oestrogen

(iii) The statement given below is incorrect. Rewrite the correct statement by changing the

underlined words of the statement. [2]

The Graafian follicle, after ovulation turns into a hormone producing tissue called Corpus

callosum. [1]

(iv) Why did Mendel select garden pea for his experiments? [2]

(v) Define the following : [2]

(a) Genetics

(b) Genes

QUESTION IV

a)Study the picture given below and answer the questions:

 (i)Name the type of pollution shown. (1)

ii)Name any two pollutants emitted by this source pollution and explain how the fauna and
flora gets affected by this pollution. (2)+(2)

iii)What are the measures(write any two measures only) taken to avoid this pollution.(2)

iv)Which emission standard is followed in India? (1)

v) Write the differences between (2)

a) Natality and Demography

b)Population and Pollution

Question V

(i) Draw a neat labelled diagram to show the meta-phase stage of mitosis in an animal cell having four
chromosomes. [2]
(ii)How many daughter cells are formed at the end of mitosis and at the end of meiosis ? [2]

iii) Name the stage prior to this stage. [1]

(ii) The following diagram demonstrates a physiological process taking place in green plants.
The whole set up was placed in bright sunlight for several hours.
Study the diagram and answer the questions that follows :

(a) What aspect of the physiological process is being examined ?

(1)

(b) Explain the physiological process mentioned in (a) above. (2)

(a) (c ) Name the labelled parts 1 and 2. (2)

(b) An eye defect in which the cornea becomes uneven.
(c) The photosensitive pigment present in the cone cells of the retina.

QUESTION VI.
i)Write the full form of (a) MTP (b)NADP (c) ADP [3]

ii) With respect to disuse of organs, explain vermiform appendix and wisdom teeth. [2]

[2]

(iv) Write the exact location of pelvis and Ureter .

(b) Name the parts labelled 1, 2, 3 , 4.5 and 6

[3]
(c) Name the stages involved in the formation of urine.
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QUESTION VII.

(a) This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under

i) Given above is a diagram of the external features of the heart. [ 3]
ii) Name the parts A,D,CE,BE,AC,AD,BC ,E and C.

iii)What happens if the coronary artery gets an internal clot? (1)

iv) What type of blood does A carry? (1)

v) Write difference between Auricle and Ventricle? [2]

(ii) What is meant by power of accommodation ?

 Name the muscles of the eye responsible for

the same. [3]

QUESTION VIII

(i) Which creature was closely related to humans? When did they evolve? (1)

(b) Given alongside are two figures A and B representing two stages of evolution of human
being.
Observe carefully and answer the following questions, (3)
a)Mention any 2 contrasting characters between A and B.
b)Explain why pic B and modern belong to two distinct species?

(iii) Identify the given symbol explain what does it represent. Write any two aspects of the same.(2)

(iv) Name any two surgical methods of Contraception. What are the disadvantages of IUD ?(2)
(v) The diagram given below shows a type of tropism. (2)

(a) What do A indicate?

(b) Name the tropic movements shown by shoot of the potted plant.
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