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Sample Paper 1
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. In an attempt to demonstrate electrical conductivity through an electrolyte, the following apparatus (figure) was
set up.

Which among the following statement (s) is (are) correct?

1. Bulb will not glow because electrolyte is not acidic.
2. Bulb will glow because NaOH is a strong base and furnishes ions for conduction.
3. Bulb will not glow because circuit is incomplete.
4. Bulb will not glow because it depends upon the type of electrolytic solution.

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(a) 1 and 3
(b) 2 and 4
(c) Only 2
(d) Only 4

2. The following reaction is an example of a

4NH 3 (g) + 5O 2 (g) $ 4NO (g) + 4H 2 O (g)
1. displacement reaction
2. combination reaction
3. redox reaction
4. neutralisation reaction
(a) 1 and 4
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 3 and 4

3. Calcium oxide reacts vigorously with water.

Which of the following is the incorrect observation of the reaction shown in the above set up?
(a) It is an endothermic reaction.
(b) Slaked lime is produced.
(c) It is an exothermic reaction.
(d) It is a combination reaction.

4. N 2 + 3H 2 $ 2NH 3
With the reference of above reaction which one of the option in the table is correct?

Reactants Products
(a) N2, H2 NH 3
(b) NH 3 N2, H2
(c) N2 H 2 , NH 3
(d) N 2 NH 3 H2

5. Which one of the following properties is not general exhibited by ionic compounds?
(a) Solubility in water
(b) Electrical conductivity in solid state
(c) High melting and boiling points
(d) Electrical conductivity in molten state

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6. A student require hard water for an experiment in his laboratory which is not available in the neighbouring area.
In the laboratory there are some salts, which when dissolved in distilled water can convert it into hard water.
Select from the following groups of salts, a group, each salt of which when dissolved in distilled water will make
it hard.
(a) Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride
(b) Sodium sulphate, Potassium sulphate
(c) Sodium sulphate, Calcium sulphate
(d) Calcium sulphate, Calcium chloride

7. The correct structural formula of butanoic acid is

8. The diagram shows the arrangement of cells inside the leaf of a green plant. (No cell contents are shown).

Which of the following cells normally contain chloroplasts?

(a) 2 and 4
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 2
(d) 1 and 4

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9. Identify the micro-organism whose nutrition type is shown below :

(a) Food bacteria

(b) Yeast
(c) Fungus
(d) Amoeba

10. Structure present in a cell which is responsible for determination of the sex of a baby is :
(a) cytoplasm (b) cell membrane
(c) nucleus (d) chromosome

11. What is the correct direction of flow of electrical impulses ?

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12. In following diagram the parts A, B and C are sequentially

(a) cotyledon, plumule and radicle

(b) plumule, radicle and cotyledon
(c) plumule, cotyledon and radicle
(d) radicle, cotyledon and plumule

13. At the time of short circuit, the electric current in the circuit :
(a) vary continuously
(b) does not change
(c) reduces substantially
(d) increases heavily

14. If the key in the arrangement taken out (the circuit is made open) and magnetic field lines are drawn over the
horizontal plane ABCD , the lines are

(a) concentric circles

(b) elliptical in shape
(c) straight lines parallel to each other
(d) concentric circles near the point O but of elliptical shapes as we go away from it.

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15. A student carries out an experiment and plots the V -I graph of three samples of nichrome wire with resistances
R1, R2 and R3 respectively (Figure). Which of the following is true ?

(a) R1 = R2 = R3 (b) R1 2 R2 2 R3
(c) R3 2 R2 2 R1 (d) R2 2 R3 2 R1

16. Which of the following statement is not correct about the magnetic field?
(a) Magnetic field lines form a continuous closed curve.
(b) Magnetic field line do not interest each other.
(c) Direction of tangent at any point on the magnetic field line curve gives the direction of magnetic field at
that point.
(d) Outside the magnet, magnetic field lines go from South to North pole of the magnet.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Corrosion of iron is a serious problem.

Reason : Every year an enormous amount of money is spent to replace damaged iron.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Dominant allele is an allele whose phenotype expresses even in the presence of another allele of that
gene.
Reason : It is represented by a capital letter, e.g. T.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : All the plants possess autotrophic mode of nutrition.

Reason : Due to the presence of green coloured pigment chlorophyll in them.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

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20. Assertion : The magnetic field produced by a current carrying solenoid is independent of its length and cross-
section area.
Reason : The magnetic field inside the solenoid is uniform.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B
Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. A metal is treated with dil H2 SO 4 , the gas evolved is collected by the method shown in the figure. Answer the
following :
(i) Name the gas.
(ii) Name the method of collection of the gas.

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List any two observations when a highly reactive metal is dropped in water.

22. What do you mean by diffusion ?

23. Which are the first simple molecules of food produced during photosynthesis ? What happens to these simple
molecules in the leaves later ?

24. What is the meaning of the term “assimilation” ?

25. Draw a neat diagram to show the refraction of a light ray through a glass prism and label on it the angle of
incidence and angle of deviation.


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What is the scattering of light ? Explain with the help of an example.

26. What will happen to the garbage and dead animals and plants in absence of microorganisms ?

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Sample Paper 2
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. When pH strip is dipped in each bottle, the colour shown by bottle A and B will be respectively:

(a) orange, blue

(b) blue, orange
(c) green, blue
(d) blue, green

2. Complete the following chemical reaction with correct option:

Pb (NO 3) 2 + 2KI $ .......... + 2KNO 3
(a) PbI 2
(b) PbNO 3
(c) Pb (NO 3) 2
(d) PbIO 3

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3. The given diagram represents a .......... reaction.

(a) Thermal decomposition

(b) Displacement
(c) Double displacement
(d) Combination

4. CuO + H 2 $ Cu + H 2 O
Which of the following pair is correct regarding to oxidation and reduction?

Oxidation Reduction
(a) CuO H2
(b) H2 CuO
(c) H2O H2
(d) H2 H2O

5. Ionic compound have high melting point due to

(a) Strong force of attraction between oppositely charged ions.
(b) Less force of attraction between oppositely charged ions.
(c) Strong force of attraction between similar charged ions.
(d) None of these

6. Which of the following substances will not give carbon dioxide on treatment with dilute acid?
(a) Marble
(b) Limestone
(c) Baking soda
(d) Lime

7. Which of the following are correct structural isomers of butane ?

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(a) (i) and (iii)

(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

8. The diagram shows part of the human gas exchange system.

Here, W, X,Y and Z are?

Bronchus Bronchiole Larynx Trachea

(a) W X Z Y
(b) X Z Y W
(c) Y W X Z
(d) Z Y W X

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9. Which process is shown by the following picture?

(a) Movement of food during photosynthesis in a tree

(b) Movement of water during transpiration in a tree
(c) Movement of minerals during in a tree
(d) Movement of carbon dioxide during in a tree

10. Each gamete carries only one allele. This is proposed in which law ?
(a) law of dominance
(b) law of segregation
(c) law of genetics
(d) law of assortment

11. Which of the following statements about transmission of nerve impulse is incorrect ?
(a) Nerve impulse travels from dendritic end towards axonal end.
(b) At the dendritic end electrical impulses bring about the release of some chemicals which generate an
electrical impulse at the axonal end of another neuron.
(c) The chemicals released from the axonal end of one neuron cross the synapse and generate a similar electrical
impulse in a dendrite of another neuron.
(d) A neuron transmits electrical impulses not only to another neuron but also to muscle and gland cells.

12. The reproductive life of a woman lasts from hacreemn to spauoemen

(a) reproductive life a woman lasts from menarche to menopause.
(b) reproductive life a woman lasts from menarche to menopause.
(c) reproductive life a woman lasts from chenmare to pausemeno.
(d) reproductive life a woman lasts from chenmare to usemenopa.

13. Electrical resistivity of a given metallic wire depends upon

(a) its length
(b) its thickness
(c) its shape
(d) nature of the material

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14. In the arrangement shown in Figure, there are two coils wound on a non-conducting cylindrical rod. Initially the
key is not inserted. Then the key is inserted and later removed. Then

(a) the deflection in the galvanometer remains zero throughout

(b) there is a momentary deflection in the galvanometer but it dies out shortly and there is no effect when the
key is removed
(c) there are momentary galvanometer deflections that die out shortly; the deflections are in the same direction.
(d) there are momentary galvanometer deflection that die out shortly; the deflections are in opposite directions

15. The proper representation of series combination of cells (Figure) obtaining maximum potential is

(a) (i)
(b) (ii)
(c) (iii)
(d) (iv)

16. Which of the following factors affect the strength of force experience by a current carrying conductor in a uniform
magnetic field?
(a) magnetic field strength
(b) magnitude of current in a conductor
(c) length of the conductor within magnetic field
(d) All of above.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : When iron nail is dipped in copper sulphate solution, the iron nail becomes brownish in colour and the
blue colour of copper solution fade.
Reason : Equation representing this change is
Cu + FeSO 4 $ CuSO 4 + Fe
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

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18. Assertion : Chromosomes are known as hereditary vehicles.

Reason : The chromosomes are capable of self-reproduction and maintaining morphological and physiological
properties through successive generations.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Ethanol is obtained during the anaerobic process of respiration.

Reason : This is due to presence of oxygen and it takes place in the mitochondria.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

20. Assertion : A current carrying conductor experiences a force in a magnetic field.

Reason : The force acting on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field is due to interaction between
magnetic field produced by the current carrying conductor and external magnetic field in which the conductor is
placed.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Pratyush took sulphur powder on a spatula and heated it. He collected the gas evolved by inverting a test tube
over it as shown in Figure below :
(a) What will be the action of gas on
(i) dry litmus paper ?
(ii) moist litmus paper ?

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Sample Paper 3
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Equal volumes of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide solutions of same concentration are mixed and the pH
of the resulting solution is checked with a pH paper. What would be the colour obtained?

(a) Red
(b) Yellow
(c) Yellowish green
(d) Blue

2. Y + 2HCl $ ZnCl 2 + H 2 . In the above reaction, Y is:

(a) Aluminium
(b) Copper
(c) Sodium
(d) Zinc

3. Which one of the following pair is correct?

Reaction Reaction Type

(a) 2KNO 3 (s) " 2KNO 2 (s) + O 2 (g) Displacement reaction
(b) Zn (s) + 2AgNO 3 (aq) " Zn (NO 3) 2 + 2Ag (s) Combination reaction
(c) Ni (NO 3) 2 (aq) + 2NaOH " Ni (OH) 2 . + 2NaNO 3 (aq) Double displacement reaction and precipitation
reaction
(d) N 2 (g) + 3H 2 (g) " 2NH 3 (g) Decomposition reaction

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4. Which of the following is correct for a physical change?

1. Only physical properties change.
2. Large amount of heat is absorbed or evolved.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 and 2

5. An element X has electronic configuration 2, 8, 1 and another element Y has electronic configuration 2, 8, 7. They
form a compound Z . The property that is not exhibited by Z is
(a) It has high melting point.
(b) It is a good conductor of electricity in its pure solid state.
(c) It breaks into pieces when beaten with hammer.
(d) It is soluble in water

6. Which of the following are used as an antacid to reduce acidity in stomach?

(a) Sodium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide
(b) Magnesium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide
(c) Sodium bicarbonate and calcium hydroxide
(d) Sodium bicarbonate and magnesium hydroxide

7. Structural formula of benzene is

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8. In the given activity, the lime water of which test tube will get milky faster?

(a) Test tube (a)

(b) Test tube (b)
(c) Both test tube will take same time
(d) Can’t say

9. When a person eats some egg white, proteins and water enter the stomach. Which substances are found leaving
the stomach and leaving the small intestine?

Leaving the Stomach Leaving the Small Intestine

(a) Protein, amino acids and water Water
(b) Amino acids and water Amino acids and water
(c) Fatty acids, glycerol and water Fatty acids, glycerol and water
(d) Protein and water Fatty acids and glycerol

10. Exchange of genetic material takes place in

(a) vegetative reproduction
(b) asexual reproduction
(c) sexual reproduction
(d) budding

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11. When a person is suffering from severe cold, he or she cannot

(a) differentiate the taste of an apple from that of an ice cream.
(b) differentiate the smell of a perfume from that of an agarbatti.
(c) differentiate red light from green light
(d) differentiate a hot object from a cold object.

12. Which among the following statements are true for sexual reproduction in flowering plants?
(i) It requires two types of gametes
(ii) Fertilisation is a compulsory event
(iii) It always results in formation of zygote
(iv) Offsprings formed are clones
(a) (i) and (iv) (b) (i), (ii) and (iv)
(c) (i), (ii) and (iii) (d) (i), (iii) and (iv)

13. The resistivity does not change if

(a) the material is changed
(b) the temperature is changed
(c) the shape of the resistor is changed
(d) both material and temperature are changed

14. A uniform magnetic field exists in the plane of paper pointing from left to right as shown in Figure. In the field
an electron and a proton move as shown. The electron and the proton experience.

(a) forces both pointing into the plane of paper

(b) forces both pointing out of the plane of paper
(c) forces pointing into the plane of paper and out of the plane of paper, respectively.
(d) force pointing opposite and along the direction of the uniform magnetic field respectively.

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15. A cell, a resistor, a key and ammeter are arranged as shown in the circuit diagrams of Figure. The current recorded
in the ammeter will be

(a) maximum in (i)

(b) maximum in (ii)
(c) maximum in (iii)
(d) the same in all the cases

16. The most important safety method used for protecting home appliances from short circuiting or overloading is
(a) earthing
(b) use of fuse
(c) use of stabilizers
(d) use of electric meter.

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : When water is added to calcium oxide, a large amount of heat is produced.
Reason : It is an endothermic reaction.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : The genetic complement of an organism is called genotype.

Reason : Genotype is the type of hereditary properties of an organism.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : During the night the effect of root pressure in transport of water is more important.
Reason : Stomata is open during day, transpiration takes place which help in transport of water.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

20. Assertion : A solenoid tends to expand, when a current passes through it.
Reason : Two straight parallel metallic wires carrying current in same direction attract each other.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Why do the articles made of aluminium not corrode?

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(a) Fe + CuSO 4 $ FeSO 4 + Cu
(b) Cu + FeSO 4 $ CuSO 4 + Fe
Which of the above two reactions will take place and why ?

22. Stomata of desert plants remain closed during day time. How do they take up carbon dioxide and perform
photosynthesis ?

23. Which is the largest digestive gland present in human body ? What is the name and function of its secretion?

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Sample Paper 4
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. The schematic diagram is given below :

Which of the following is an incorrect statement?

(a) A and E are chemically same.
(b) A and D are chemically same.
(c) D and E are chemically same.
(d) C and E are chemically same.

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2. What happens when dilute hydrochloric acid is added to iron fillings as shown in the figure?

(a) Hydrogen gas and iron chloride are produced.

(b) Chlorine gas and iron hydroxide are produced.
(c) No reaction takes place.
(d) Iron salt and water are produced.

3. When hydrogen sulphide gas is passed through a blue solution of copper sulphate, a black precipitate of copper
sulphide is obtained and the sulphuric acid so formed remains in the solution. The reaction is an example of:
(a) combination reaction
(b) displacement reaction
(c) decomposition reaction
(d) double displacement reaction

4. Which of the following pair is incorrect in the given table?

Reaction Reaction Name

(a) CH 4 + 2O 2 " CO 2 + 2H 2 O Combustion reaction and oxidation reaction
(b) Pb (NO 3) 2 + 2KI " PbI 2 + 2KNO 3 Double displacement and precipitation reaction
(c) CaO + H 2 O " Ca (OH) 2 Combination reaction
(d) CuSO 4 + Zn " ZnSO 4 + Cu Combination reaction

5. Which of the following metal displace hydrogen from dilute acid?

(a) Zinc
(b) Magnesium
(c) Copper
(d) Sodium

6. Which of the following statements is not correct?

(a) All metal carbonates react with acid to give a salt, water and carbon dioxide.
(b) All metal oxides react with water to give salt and acid.
(c) Some metals react with acids to give salt and hydrogen.
(d) Some non-metal oxides react with water to form acid.

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7. Which of the following is not a straight chain hydrocarbon ?

(a) H 3 C - CH 2 - CH 2 - CH 2 - CH 2
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CH 3
(b) H 3 C - CH 2 - CH 2 - CH 2 - CH 2 - CH 3

8. The given diagram is the structure of a/an-

(a) Alimentary canal

(b) Respiratory tract
(c) Nephron
(d) Small intestine

9. For the start of respiration, a living cell requires?

(a) Glucose
(b) Glucose + O2
(c) O2
(d) Glucose + ATP

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10. Human males all the chromosomes are paired perfectly except one. This/these unpaired chromosomes is/are
(i) large chromosomes
(ii) small chromosomes
(iii) Y-chromosome
(iv) X-chromosome
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) (iii) only
(c) (iii) and (iv)
(d) (ii) and (iv)

11. The growth of tendril in pea plants is due to

(a) effect of light
(b) effect of gravity
(c) rapid cell divisions in tendrillar cells that are away from the support
(d) rapid cell divisions in tendrillar cells in contact with the support

12. In Spirogyra, asexual reproduction takes place by

(a) breaking up of filaments into smaller bits
(b) division of a cell into two cells
(c) division of a cell into many cells
(d) formation of young cells from older cells

13. An electric kettle consumes 1 kW of electric power when operated at 220 V. A fuse wire of what rating must be
used for it?
(a) 1 A
(b) 2 A
(c) 4 A
(d) 5 A

14. A constant current flows in a horizontal wire in the plane of the paper from east to west as shown in Figure. The
direction of magnetic field at a point will be North to South.

(a) directly above the wire

(b) directly below the wire
(c) at a point located in the plane of the paper, on the north side of the wire
(d) at a point located in the plane of the paper, on the south side of the wire.

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15. In the following circuits (Figure), heat produced in the resistor or combination of resistors connected to a 12 V
battery will be

(a) same in all the cases

(b) minimum in case (i)
(c) maximum in case (ii)
(d) maximum in case (iii)

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16.

Choose the incorrect statement from the following regarding magnetic lines of field
(a) The direction of magnetic field at a point is taken to be the direction in which the north pole of a magnetic
compass needle points.
(b) Magnetic field lines are closed curves.
(c) If magnetic field lines are parallel and equidistant, they represent zero field strength.
(d) Relative strength of magnetic field is shown by the degree of closeness of the field lines.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Silver chloride turns grey is sunlight.

Reason : Silver is one of the least reactive metals.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Mendel chose a number of varieties of garden pea as plant material for his experiments.
Reason : Garden pea has well defined characters and was bisexual.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : In plants, water is transported through phloem.

Reason : It is because sieve tubes are absent in phloem.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

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20. Assertion : In a conductor, free electrons keep on moving but no magnetic force acts on a conductor in a magnetic
field.
Reason : Force on free electrons due to magnetic field always acts perpendicular to its direction of motion.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Why are cooking vessels and water boilers generally made of copper and aluminium as shown in figure ?

o
Hydrogen is a non-metal, still it is given a place in the reactivity series. Why ?

22. Explain the significance of peristaltic movement that occurs all along the gut during digestion.

23. How are the breathing movements controlled ?

24. Urine passed during summer is usually less in quantity and is some what thicker. Why is it so ?

25. Which component of white light deviates (i) the least and (ii) the most while passing through a glass prism? State
the reason of this difference in deviation.


o
Name the part of eye where images formed in a normal human eye. State how the image position changes in
myopia and hypermetropia.

26. Classify the following ecosystems into natural and artificial ecosystem :
Forest ecosystem, aquarium, Marine ecosystem and crop land ecosystem.

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Sample Paper 5
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Arrange the following in the increasing order of pH values according to given pH scale.

A. NaOH solution
B. Blood
C. Lemon juice
D. Milk of magnesia
(a) C<B<D<A
(b) A<B<C<D
(c) D<C<B<A
(d) A<B<D<C

2. Identify the substances that is oxidized and the substances that is reduced in the following reactions:
CuO (s) + H 2 (g) $ Cu (s) + H 2 O (l)
(a) H2, CuO
(b) H2, H2O
(c) H2, Cu
(d) Cu, H2

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3.

The colour of the crystals before heating and after heating are respectively:
(a) Pale green, Reddish brown
(b) Reddish brown, Pale green
(c) Reddish brown, Reddish brown
(d) Pale green, Pale green

4. Which of the following are correctly matched in the given table?

1. Dissolution Solute gets dissolved in a solvent.

2. Exothermic Heat in absorbed.
3. Reversible change Reactants can be obtained.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

5. An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound with a high melting point. This compound is also soluble in
water. The element is likely to be
(a) calcium
(b) carbon
(c) silicon
(d) iron

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6. A metal is treated with dilute sulphuric acid. The gas evolved is collected by the method shown in the figure.

The name of the gas is

(a) Hydrogen
(b) Oxygen
(c) Nitrogen
(d) Helium

7. Which of the following is the structural formula of ethyne ?

(a) H - C / C - H
(b) H 3 - C / C - H

8. An experiment is set up as shown. Flasks 1 and 2 contain lime water. Air is pumped through the flasks.

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What is the appearance of lime water in flasks 1 and 2 after a period of ten minutes?

Flask 1 Flask 2
(a) Clear Clear
(b) Clear White/Cloudy
(c) White/Cloudy Clear
(d) White/Cloudy White/Cloudy

9. From the mouth the food is taken to the stomach through .......... .
(a) Bile duct
(b) Pancreas
(c) Diaphragm
(d) Oesophagus

10. Two pink coloured flowers on crossing resulted in 1 red, 2 pink and 1 white flower progeny. The nature of the
cross will be
(a) double fertilisation
(b) self pollination
(c) cross fertilisation
(d) no fertilisation

11. Which statement is not true about thyroxin ?

(a) Iron is essential for the synthesis of thyroxin
(b) It regulates carbohydrates, protein and fat metabolism in the body
(c) Thyroid gland requires iodine to synthesise thyroxin
(d) Thyroxin is also called thyroid hormone.

12. During adolescence, several changes occur in the human body. Mark one change associated with maturation in
boys
(a) loss of milk teeth
(b) increase in height
(c) cracking of voice
(d) weight gain

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13.

A current of 1 A is drawn by a filament of an electric bulb shown in the figure. Number of electrons passing
through a cross section of the filament in 16 seconds would be roughly
(a) 1020 (b) 1016
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(c) 10 (d) 1023

14. A circular loop placed in a plane perpendicular to the plane of paper carries a current when the key is ON. The
current as seen from points A and B (in the plane of paper and on the axis of the coil) is anti-clockwise and
clockwise respectively. The magnetic field lines point from B to A. The N -pole of the resultant magnet is on the
face close to

(a) A
(b) B
(c) A if the current is small, and B if the current is large
(d) B if the current is small and A if the current is large.

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15. Identify the circuit (Figure) in which the electrical components have been properly connected.

(a) (i) (b) (ii)

(c) (iii) (d) (iv)

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16. Which of the following correctly describes the magnetic field near long straight wire ?
(a) the field consists of straight lines perpendicular to the wire.
(b) the field consists of straight lines parallel to the wire.
(c) the field consists of radial lines originating from the wire.
(d) the field consists of concentric circles centered on the wire.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Equation

C (s) + O 2 (g) $ CO 2 (g) is an example of combination reaction.
Reason : In the given above equation, carbon and oxygen react to give carbon dioxide.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Changes in non-reproductive tissues can be passed on the DNA of the germ cells.
Reason : Inherited traits include the traits developed during the lifetime of an individual that cannot be passed
on to its progeny.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : The thickest muscles are present in left atrium.

Reason : Left atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the lungs.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

20. Assertion : A direction current flows through a metallic rod, produced magnetic field only outside the rod.
Reason : There is no flow of charge carriers inside the rod.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Define the term ‘electrical conductivity’ of metals. Arrange the following metals in order of their decreasing
electrical conductivity :

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Sample Paper 6
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Hard water is not available for an experiment in the school and its vicinity. However, some salts as given below
are available in the school laboratory.
1. Sodium Chloride
2. Sodium Sulphate
3. Calcium Chloride
4. Calcium Sulphate
5. Potassium Chloride
6. Magnesium Sulphate
Select form the following a group of these salts, each member of which may be dissolved in water to make it hard.
(a) 1, 2, 5
(b) 1, 3, 5
(c) 3, 4, 6
(d) 2, 4, 6

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2.

Which of the following gases formed at the anode and the cathode?
(a) Chlorine, Hydrogen
(b) Hydrogen, Chlorine
(c) Hydrogen, Hydrogen
(d) Chlorine, Chlorine

3. In the double displacement reaction between aqueous potassium iodide and aqueous lead nitrate, a yellow
precipitate of lead iodide is formed. While performing the activity if lead nitrate is not available, which of the
following can be used in place of lead nitrate?
(a) Lead sulphate (insoluble)
(b) Lead acetate
(c) Ammonium nitrate
(d) Potassium sulphate

4. Which of the following is the observations of the chemical reaction?

1. Change in state
2. Evolution of a gas
3. Change in colour
4. Change in temperature
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

5. A metal M of moderate reactivity is present as its sulphide X . On heating in air, X converts into is oxide Y and
a gas evolves. On heating Y and X together, the metal M is produced. X and Y respectively are
(a) X cuprous sulphide, Y cuprous oxide
(b) X cuprous sulphide, Y cupric oxide
(c) X sodium sulphide, Y sodium oxide
(d) X calcium sulphide, Y calcium oxide

6. Which of the following statements is true for acids?

(a) Bitter and change red litmus to blue
(b) Sour and change red litmus to blue
(c) Sour and change blue litmus to red
(d) Bitter and change blue litmus to red

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7. Which of the following is the correct representation of electron dot structure of nitrogen ?

8. A graph was plotted to show the energy output of two types of respiration. Identify the type of respiration denoted
by curves A and B .

(a) Anaerobic respiration , Aerobic respiration

(b) Aerobic respiration, Anaerobic respiration
(c) Aerobic respiration, Aerobic respiration
(d) Anaerobic respiration, Anaerobic respiration

9. Transpiration helps :
(a) in the absorption
(b) in the upward movement of water minerals dissolved in it from roots to the leaves
(c) in temperature regulation
(d) all of the above

10. Which of the following the father of genetics ?

(a) Mendel (b) Hook
(c) Faraday (d) Newton

11. Involuntary actions in the body are controlled by

(a) medulla in fore brain
(b) medulla in mid brain
(c) medulla in hind brain
(d) medulla in spinal cord

12. Vegetative propagation refers to formation of new plants from

(a) stem, roots and flowers
(b) stem, roots and leaves
(c) stem, flowers and fruits
(d) stem, leaves and flowers

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13. What is the maximum resistance which can be made using five resistors each of 1/5 Ω ?
(a) 1/5 Ω (b) 10 Ω
(c) 5Ω (d) 1 Ω

14. The strength of magnetic field around a current carrying conductor is

(a) inversely proportional to the current but directly proportional to the square of the distance from wire.
(b) directly proportional to the current and inversely proportional to the distance from wire.
(c) directly proportional to the distance and inversely proportional to the current
(d) directly proportional to the current but inversely proportional the square of the distance from wire.

15. V -I graph for the two wires A and B are shown in the figure. If we connect both the wires one by one to the same
battery which of the two will produce more heat per unit time ?

(a) A
(b) B
(c) Both A and B
(d) None of these

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16. The strength of magnetic field inside a long current carrying straight solenoid is

(a) more at the ends than at the centre

(b) minimum in the middle
(c) same at all points
(d) found to increase from one end to the other

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Changing of colour of copper from reddish brown to black is an example of reduction.
Reason : Hydrogen is removed.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : The sex of the children will be determined by chromosome received from the father.
Reason : A human male has one X and one Y -chromosome.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Egestion in amoeba takes place through a permanent membrane present in them.
Reason : Cilia is absent in amoeba.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

20. Assertion : Force experienced by moving charge will be maximum if direction of velocity of charge is perpendicular
to applied magnetic field.
Reason : Force on moving charge is independent of direction of applied magnetic field.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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Sample Paper 7
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1–20.

1. Which of the following is/are correct for diluting acid?

1. Adding acid to water by stirring.

2. Adding water to acid by stirring.
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

2. A solution of substance X is used for white washing. Here X is:

(a) CaO (b) CaO 2
(c) NaCl (d) KCl

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3. When hydrogen sulphide gas is passed through a blue solution of copper sulphate, a black precipitate of copper
sulphide is obtained and the sulphuric acid so formed remains in the solution. The reaction is an example of-
(a) a combination reaction
(b) a displacement reaction
(c) a decomposition reaction
(d) a double decomposition reaction

4. Which of the following are exothermic processes?

1. Reaction of water with quick lime.
2. Dilution of an acid.
3. Evaporation of water.
4. Sublimation of camphor (crystals).
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 4
(d) 3 and 4

5. 2 mL each of concentrated HCl, HNO 3 and a mixture of concentrated HCl and concentrated HNO 3 in the ratio
of 3 : 1 were taken in test tubes labelled as A, B and C . A small piece of metal was put in each test tube. No
change occurred in test tubes A and B but the metal got dissolved in test tube C respectively. The metal could be
(a) Al
(b) Au
(c) Cu
(d) Pt

6. Which of the following are present in a dilute aqueous solution of hydrochloric acid?
(a) H 3 O+ + Cl−
(b) H 3 O+ + OH−
(c) Cl− + OH−
(d) Unionised HCl

7. Which among the following are unsaturated hydrocarbons ?

(i) H 3 C - CH 2 - CH 2 - CH 3
(ii) H 3 C - C / C - CH 3
(iii) H 3 C - CH - CH 3
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CH 3

(iv) H 3 C − C = CH 2
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CH 3

(a) (i) and (iii)

(b) (ii) and (iii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

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8. The respiratory route of air in the respiratory tract of human is :

(a) nostrils " pharynx " larynx " trachea " alveoli.
(b) alveoli " pharynx " larynx " trachea " nostrils.
(c) alveoli " larynx " trachea " pharynx " nostrils.
(d) nostrils " trachea " pharynx " larynx " alveoli.

9. Since the environment is not under the control of the individual organism, the outside source of energy is quite:
(a) Varied
(b) Same
(c) Differ from case to case
(d) Under the control of organism

10. From the list given below, select the character which can be acquired but not inherited
(a) colour of eye
(b) colour of skin
(c) size of body
(d) nature of hair

11. Which of the following statements is correct about receptors ?

(a) Gustatory receptors detect taste while olfactory receptors detect smell.
(b) Both gustatory and olfactory receptors detect smell.
(c) Auditory receptors detect smell and olfactory receptors detect taste.
(d) Olfactory receptors detect taste and gustatory receptors detect smell.

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12. Which of the following statements are true for flowers?

(i) Flowers are always bisexual

(ii) They are the sexual reproductive organs
(iii) They are produced in all groups of plants
(iv) After fertilisation they give rise to fruits
(a) (i) and (iv)
(b) (ii) and (iii)
(c) (i) and (iii)
(d) (ii) and (iv)

13.

Two resistors are shown in the above figure when it connected to a battery will have
(a) same current flowing through them when connected in parallel
(b) same current flowing through them when connected in series
(c) same potential difference across them when connected in series
(d) different potential difference across them when connected in parallel

14. For a current in a long straight solenoid N and S -poles are created at the two ends. Among the following
statements, the incorrect statement is
(a) The field lines inside the solenoid are in the form of straight lines which indicates that the magnetic field is
the same at all points inside the solenoid.
(b) The strong magnetic field produced inside the solenoid can be used to magnetise a piece of magnetic
material like soft iron, when placed inside the coil.
(c) The pattern of the magnetic field associated with the solenoid is different from the pattern of the magnetic
field around a bar magnet.
(d) The N and S -poles exchange position when the direction of current through the solenoid is reversed.

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15.

A cylindrical conductor of length l and uniform area of cross-section A has resistance R . Another conductor of
length 21 and resistance R of the same material has area of cross section
(a) A/2 (b) 3A/2
(c) 2 A (d) 3 A

16.

Commercial electric motors do not use

(a) an electromagnet to rotate the armature
(b) effectively large number of turns of conducting wire in the current carrying coil
(c) a permanent magnet to rotate the armature
(d) a soft iron core on which the coil is wound

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : A chemical equation should be balanced.

Reason : Number of atoms of each element should be same on reactants as well as products side.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

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18. Assertion : DNA finger printing is a method in which polymerase chain reaction followed by DNA probe is used.
Reason : A DNA finger print is inherited and therefore, resembles that of parents.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Carbon monoxide is injurious to the health of the individual.

Reason : Carbon monoxide has very strong affinity for the blood.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

20. Assertion : The magnetic field is stronger at a point which is nearer to the conductor and goes on decreasing on
moving away from the conductor.
Reason : The magnetic field B produced by a straight current carrying wire is inversely proportional to the
distance from the wire.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. A metal A , which is used in thermit process, when heated with oxygen gives an oxide B , which is amphoteric in
nature. Identify A and B . Write down the reactions of oxide B with HCl and NaOH.


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In one method of rust prevention, the iron is not coated with anything. Name the method and define it.

22. Why does herbivores have longer small intestine than carnivores ?

23. Do the fresh water animals reabsorb water through their excretory system like marine animal ? Justify your
answer.

24. What is translocation ? Why is it essential for plants?

25. What would the sky look if the earth had no atmosphere ? Why ?


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How do we see colours ?

26. What is ten percent law ? Explain by an example.

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Sample Paper 8
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Action of stem on a metal is shown in the figure.

The metal sample in the above experiment is-

(a) Zinc
(b) Copper
(c) Aluminium
(d) Platinum

2. Translate the following statement into the chemical equation and choose the correct option “Hydrogen gas combines
with nitrogen to form ammonia.”
(a) 3H 2 (g) + N 2 (g) $ 2NH 3 (g)
(b) H 2 (g) + N 2 (g) $ NH 2 (g)
(c) 2H (g) + N 2 (g) $ 2NH 3
(d) None of these

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3. The physical change is:

(a) melting of butter
(b) burning of paper
(c) digestion of food
(d) bursting of crackers

4. What happens when dilute hydrochloric acid is added to iron fillings? Tick the correct answer :
(a) Hydrogen gas and iron chloride are produced.
(b) Chlorine gas and iron hydroxide are produced.
(c) No reaction takes place.
(d) Iron salt and water are produced.

5. Test tubes A, B and C contain zinc sulphate, silver nitrate and iron (II) sulphate solutions respectively as shown
in the figure. Copper pieces are added to each test tubes. Blue colour will appear in case of

(a) Test tube A

(b) Test tube B
(c) Test tube C
(d) All the test tube

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6.

This figure illustrates the reaction of hydrochloric acid with washing soda. Which of the following gas is gas
evolved in this experiment?
(a) Carbon dioxide
(b) Hydrogen
(c) Nitrogen
(d) Helium

7. The correct electron dot structure of a water molecule is

8. Which of the following statements are true about respiration?

A. Haemoglobin has greater affinity for CO 2 than O 2 .
B. The gaseous exchange takes place in the alveoli.
C. During inhalation ribs move inward and diaphragm is raised.
D. Haemoglobin has greater affinity for O 2 than CO 2 .
(a) B and D
(b) A and C
(c) B and C
(d) A and B

9. Atmospheric nitrogen is converted into organic matter by with plant with the help of
(a) Bacteria
(b) Organic compounds
(c) Air born viruses
(d) Fertilizers

10. A cross between a tall plant (TT) and short pea plant (tt) resulted in progeny that were all tall plants because
(a) tallness is the dominant trait
(b) shortness is the dominant trait
(c) tallness is the recessive trait
(d) height of pea plant is not governed by gene ‘T’ or ‘t’

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11. Which of the following statements are true ?

(i) Sudden action in response to something in the environment is called reflex action.
(ii) Sensory neurons carry signals from spinal cord to muscles.
(iii) Motor neurons carry signals from receptors to spinal cord.
(iv) The path through which signals are transmitted from a receptor to a muscle or a gland is called reflex arc.
(a) (i) and (ii) (b) (i) and (iii)
(c) (i) and (iv) (d) (i), (ii) and (iii)

12. Characters that are transmitted from parents to offspring during reproduction show
(a) only similarities with parents
(b) only variations with parents
(c) both similarities and variations with parents
(d) neither similarities nor variations

13. In an electrical circuit three incandescent bulbs A, B and C of rating 40 W, 60 W and 100 W respectively are
connected in parallel to an electric source. Which of the following is likely to happen regarding their brightness ?

(a) Brightness of all the bulbs will be the same

(b) Brightness of bulb A will be the maximum
(c) Brightness of bulb B will be more than that of A
(d) Brightness of bulb C will be less than that of B

14. The nature of magnetic field line passing through the centre of current carrying circular loop is

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(a) circular
(b) ellipse
(c) parabolic
(d) straight line

15. If the current I through a resistor is increased by 100% (assume that temperature remains unchanged), the
increase in power dissipated will be
(a) 100%
(b) 200%
(c) 300%
(d) 400%

16. A soft iron bar is introduced inside the current carrying solenoid as shown in the figure. The magnetic field inside
the solenoid

(a) will decrease

(b) will remains same
(c) will increase
(d) will become zero

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Precipitation reactions produce insoluble salts.

Reason : Precipitation reaction is a double decomposition reaction.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Learning a skill such as dance and music is an acquired trait.
Reason : Acquired traits develops in the life time of an individual and do not pass to the progeny.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Dark phase reactions take place at night.

Reason : Dark phase is independent of light, hence, called light independent phase.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

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20. Assertion : A neutral body may experience a net non-zero magnetic force.
Reason : The net charge on a current carrying wire is zero, but it can experience a force in a magnetic field.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. What happens when a metal reacts with dilute acid?

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How are the less reactive metals extracted ? Explain with the help of an example.

22. How are the lungs designated in human beings to maximise the area for exchange of gases ?

23. If both kidneys of a person stop functioning, which machine can be used ? What is this procedure known as ?

24. How do autotrophs obtain food ? Explain the process with the help of a balanced chemical equation.

25. What is meant by near point of a human eye ?

o
Write the role of the following parts of an eye :
(a) Pupil,
(b) Retina,
(c) Optic nerve.

26. Government of India is imposing ban on the use of polythene bags for stopping. List for advantages of using cloth
or jute bags over polythene bags.

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Sample Paper 9
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Match the chemical substances given in column (A) with their appropriate application given in column (B)

Column (A) Column (B)

A. Bleaching powder (i) Preparation of glass
B. Baking soda (ii) Production of H 2 and Cl 2
C. Washing soda (iii) Decolorization
D. Sodium chloride (iv) Antacid
(a) A- (ii), B- (i), C- (iv), D- (iii)
(b) A- (iii), B- (ii), C- (iv), D- (i)
(c) A- (iii), B- (iv), C- (i), D- (ii)
(d) A- (ii), B- (iv), C- (i), D- (iii)

2. Which one reaction shows the property of double displacement reaction?

(a) CuSO 4 + Zn $ ZnSO 4 + Cu
(b) Cu + 2AgNO 3 $ Cu (NO 3) 2 + 2Ag
(c) NaOH + HCl $ NaCl + H 2 O
(d) None of these

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3. Which of the following are combination reaction?

Heat
1. 2KClO 3 2KCl + 3O 2
2. MgO + H 2 O $ Mg (OH) 2
3. 4Al + 3O 2 $ 2Al 2 O 3
4. Zn + FeSO 4 $ ZnSO 4 + Fe
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 3 and 4
(c) 2 and 4
(d) 2 and 3

4. Which of the following statement is correct regarding to physical changes?

(a) In physical change, new substance is formed.
(b) In physical change, no new substance is formed.
(c) In physical change, chemical composition of substance is changed.
(d) None of these

5. In the following practical set which of the following gas is emitted?

(a) Hydrogen
(b) Carbon monoxide
(c) Carbon dioxide
(d) Nitrogen

6. To protect tooth decay we are advised to brush our teeth regularly. The nature of the toothpaste commonly used is
(a) acidic
(b) neutral
(c) basic
(d) corrosive

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7. Ethanol reacts with sodium and forms two products. These are

(a) sodium ethanoate and hydrogen

(b) sodium ethanoate and oxygen
(c) sodium ethoxide and hydrogen
(d) sodium ethoxide and oxygen

8. Tricuspid valve is present in ?

(a) Right atrium and right ventricle
(b) Left atria and left ventricle
(c) Wall of atrium
(d) Wall of ventricle

9. Massive amounts of gaseous exchange takes place in the leaves through stomata for the purpose of
(a) Photosynthesis
(b) Carrying carbon dioxide
(c) Reduction of carbon dioxide
(d) Generation of carbohydrates

10. Which blood vessels have high blood pressure and what they have to withstand this high pressure?

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(a) Both arteries and veins have same pressure of blood and they are thick walled vessels.
(b) Arteries have high blood pressure and they have elastic and thick walls to withstand this high pressure.
(c) Veins have high blood pressure and they have to valves to withstand this high pressure.
(d) None of the above.

11. Which of the following statements are true about the brain ?
(i) The main thinking part of brain is hind brain.
(ii) Centres of hearing, smell, memory, sight etc. are located in fore brain.
(iii) Involuntary actions like salivation, vomiting, blood pressure are controlled by the medulla in the hind brain.
(iv) Cerebellum does not control posture and balance of the body
(a) (i) and (ii) (b) (i), (ii) and (iii)
(c) (ii) and (iii) (d) (iii) and (iv)

12. Length of pollen tube depends on the distance between

(a) pollen grain and upper surface of stigma

(b) pollen grain on upper surface of stigma and ovule
(c) pollen grain in anther and upper surface of stigma
(d) upper surface of stigma and lower part of style

13. In the given circuit, PQR and PSR are semicircles. What will be the magnetic field at the center A of the circular
loop ?

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(a) Zero
(b) 2πrµ 0
(c) 1
(d) µ0 B
2πr

14. The pattern of the magnetic field produced by the straight current carrying conducting wire is
(a) in the direction opposite to the current
(b) in the direction parallel to the wire
(c) circular around the wire
(d) in the same direction of current

15. The current flowing through a resistor connected in an electrical circuit and the potential difference developed
across its ends are shown in the given ammeter and voltmeter. The voltage and the current across the given
resistor are respectively:

(a) 2.1 V, 0.3 A

(b) 3.1 V, 1.3 A
(c) 1.1 V, 0.6 A
(d) 0.1 V, 0.2 A

16. AB is a current carrying conductor in the plane of the paper as shown in figure. The directions of magnetic fields
produced by it at points P and Q (Given r1 > r2 , where will the strength of the magnetic field be larger)

(a) Inwards, Outwards

(b) Outwards, Inwards
(c) Inwards, Inwards,
(d) Outwards, Outwards

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : During digestion, carbohydrates are broken down to form glucose.
Reason : Glucose is necessary for breathing.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : In humans, males play an important role in determining the sex of the child.
Reason : Males have two X chromosomes.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Failure of the kidneys leads to death of the person and there is no way he can survive.
Reason : Transplant of kidneys in humans is not possible.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

20. Assertion : There is no change in the energy of a charged particle moving in a magnetic field although a magnetic
force is acting on it.
Reason : Work done by centripetal force is always zero.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Give reasons for the following :

(a) Sodium chloride has a high melting point.
(b) Non-metals do not displace hydrogen from dilute acids.


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A substance X , which is an oxide of a metal is used intensively in the cement industry. This element is present
in bones also. On treatment with water it forms a solution which turns red litmus blue. Identify X and also write
the chemical reactions involved.

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Sample Paper 10
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Some of the substances used in making of a modern safety match box are listed below :

1. Antimony trisulfide
2. Glass powder
3. Potassium chlorate
4. Red phosphorus
The head of modern safety match stick contains :
(a) 1 and 4
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 3 and 4
(d) 3 and 1

2. Which of the following is an example of displacement reaction?

(a) NaOH + HNO 3 " NaNO 3 + H 2 O
(b) Cu + 2AgNO 3 " Cu (NO 3) 2 + 2Ag
(c) 2Hg + O 2 " 2HgO
(d) FeCl 3 + 2NaOH " 3NaCl + Fe (OH) 3

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3. Rusting of iron can be prevented by:

1. Painting
2. Galvanisation
3. Electrolytic refining
4. Alloying
Which of the above are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 2, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

4. Which of the following is a feasible reaction?

(a) Ba (s) + K 2 SO 4 (aq) $ BaSO 4 (aq) + 2K (s)
(b) Zn (s) + 2AgNO 3 (aq) $ Zn (NO 3) 2 (aq) + 2Ag (s)
(c) Mg (s) + Na 2 SO 4 (aq) $ MgSO 4 (aq) + 2Na (s)
(d) Cu (s) + MgSO 4 (aq) $ CuSO 4 (aq) + Mg (s)

5. Sodium kept immersed in kerosene oil because-

(a) Sodium is most reactive metal.
(b) Sodium is less reactive metal.
(c) Sodium is not a reactive metal.
(d) None of these.

6. A sample of soil is mixed with water and allowed to settle. The clear supernatant solution turns the pH paper
yellowish-orange. Which of the following would change the colour of this pH paper to greenish-blue?
(a) Lemon Juice
(b) Vinegar
(c) Common salt
(d) An antacid

7. Identify the unsaturated compounds from the following :

(i) Propane
(ii) Propene
(iii) Propyne
(iv) Chloropropane
(a) (i) and (ii) (b) (ii) and (iv)
(c) (iii) and (iv) (d) (ii) and (iii)

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8. In the given figure the various trophic levels are shown in a pyramid. At which trophic level is maximum energy
available ?

(a) T4
(b) T2
(c) T1
(d) T3

9. Process of conversion of light energy to chemical energy and splitting of water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen
in plants is known as
(a) Photosynthesis
(b) Photoperiodism
(c) Plant nutrition
(d) Plant hormone functions

10. A round, green seeded pea plant (RR yy) is crossed with wrinkled, yellow seeded pea plant, (rr YY) the seeds
produced in F1 generation are
(a) round and yellow
(b) round and green
(c) wrinkled and green
(d) wrinkled and yellow

11. Electrical impulse travels in a neuron from

(a) Dendrite " axon " axonal end " cell body
(b) Cell body " dendrite " axon " axonal end
(c) Dendrite " cell body " axon " axonal end
(d) Axonal end " axon " cell body " dendrite

12. Which among the following is not the function of testes at puberty?
(a) formation of germ cells
(b) secretion of testosterone
(c) development of placenta
(d) secretion of estrogen
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) (ii) and (iii)
(c) (iii) and (iv)
(d) (i) and (iv)

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13.

In an electrical circuit two resistors of 2 Ω and 4 Ω respectively are connected in series to a 6 V battery as shown
in the figure. The heat dissipated by the 4 Ω resistor in 5 s will be
(a) 5 J
(b) 10 J
(c) 20 J
(d) 30 J

14. A prism ABC (with BC as base) is placed in different orientations. A narrow beam of white light is incident
on the prism as shown in figure. In which of the following cases, after dispersion, the third colour from the top
corresponds to the colour of the sky?

(a) (i)
(b) (ii)
(c) (iii)
(d) (iv)

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15. When a 4 V battery is connected across an unknown resistor, there is a current of 100 mA in the circuit. The value
of the resistance of the resister is

(a) 4Ω (b) 40 Ω
(c) 400 Ω (d) 0.4 Ω

16. Which one of the following statements is correct?

(a) The rainbow is produced by the reflection of white sun light by water drops in the atmosphere.
(b) The blue colour of the sky is due to scattering of light.
(c) The stars appear higher in the sky than actually are,due to scattering of light.
(d) The planets twinkle at night due to atmospheric refraction of light.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Chemical equations can be made more informative.

Reason : We can write physical state of reactants and products, temperature and pressure, name of catalyst used
etc.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Traits like eye colour or height are inherited traits.
Reason : Inherited traits are not transferred from parents to young ones.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Aerobic animals are not truly aerobic.

Reason : Anaerobically they produce lactic acid.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

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20. Assertion : Electric appliances with metallic body have three connections, whereas an electric bulb has two pin
connections.
Reason : Three pin connections reduce heating of connecting wires.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Name two metals that start floating after sometime when immersed in water and why ?


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Explain how mercury is extracted from its sulphide ore (Cinnabar). Give equations of the reactions involved.

22. A certain tissue in a green plant somehow got blocked and the leaves wilted. What was the tissue that got blocked?

23. Write one function each of the salivary glands, liver and pancreas.

24. Why and how does water enter continuously into the root xylem ?

25. The current flowing through a resistor connected in a circuit and the potential difference developed across its ends
are as shown in the diagram by milliammeter and voltmeter readings respectively :
(a) What are the least counts of these meters?
(b) What is the resistance of the resistor?

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Sample Paper 11
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following is (are) true when HCl (g) is passed through water?

1. It does not ionise in the solution as it is a covalent compound.

2. It ionizes in the solution.
3. It gives both hydrogen and hydroxyl ion in the solution.
4. It forms hydronium ion in the solution due to the combination of hydrogen ion with water molecule.
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 3
(c) 2 and 4
(d) 3 and 4

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2. Which metal have maximum reactivity ?

(a) K
(b) Na
(c) Au
(d) Pt

3. Solid calcium oxide reacts vigorously with water to form calcium hydroxide accompanied by liberation of heat.
This process is called slaking of lime. Calcium hydroxide dissolves in water to form its solution called lime water.
Which among the following is (are) true about slaking of lime and the solution formed?

1. It is an endothermic reaction.
2. It is an exothermic reaction.
3. The pH of the resulting solution will be more than seven.
4. The pH of the resulting solution will be less than seven.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 4
(d) 3 and 4

4. Which of the following are correctly matched in the given table?

1. Combination reaction Formation of single product.

2. Decomposition reaction Break down of single, entity.
3. Thermal decomposition Heat is used.
4. Displacement reaction Based on reactivity series.
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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5. A metal rod (M) was dipped in a coloured solution (Y ). After some time it was observed that the metal rod starts
dissolving in the solution and the solution starts fading in colour. However, a coloured precipitate (Z ) was seen at
the bottom of the beaker. (M), (Y ) and (Z ) could be

(a) M = Zn Y = FeSO 4 Z = Fe
(b) M = Cu Y = Al 2 (SO 4) 3 Z = Al
(c) M = Ag Y = CuSO 4 Z = Cu
(d) M = Fe Y = ZnSO 4 Z = Zn

6. A student adds a few drops of the universal indicator to a dilute solution of sodium bicarbonate taken in a test
tube.

The colour of mixture of universal indicator and dilute sodium bicarbonate is:
(a) Green
(b) Yellow
(c) Violet
(d) Blue

7. Which of the following represents saponification reaction ?

CaO
(a) CH 3 COONa + NaOH CH 4 + Na 2 CO 3
H 2 SO 4
(b) CH 3 COOH + C 2 H 5 OH CH 3 COOC 2 H 5 + H 2 O
(c) 2CH 3 COOH + 2Na $ 2CH 3 COONa + H 2
(d) CH 3 COOC 2 H 5 + NaOH " CH 3 COONa + C 2 H 5 OH

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8. The rate of breathing in aquatic organisms is much faster than that seen in terrestrial organisms, because-
(a) the amount of dissolved oxygen in water is fairly high as compared to the amount of oxygen in the air.
(b) the amount of dissolved oxygen in water is fairly low as compared to the amount of oxygen in the air.
(c) aquatic organisms need more oxygen to breath.
(d) aquatic organisms do not have proper organs for breathing.

9. The process of movement of solvent particles from region of less solute concentration to region of high solute
concentration through semi permeable membrane is known as
(a) Diffusion
(b) Osmosis
(c) Transpiration
(d) Translocation

10. The maleness of a child is determined by

(a) the X chromosome in the zygote
(b) the Y chromosome in zygote
(c) the cytoplasm of germ cell which determines the sex
(d) sex is determined by chance

11. In a synapse, chemical signal is transmitted from

(a) dendritic end of one neuron to axonal end of another neuron.
(b) axon to cell body the same neuron.
(c) cell body to axonal end of the same neuron.
(d) axonal end of one neuron to dendritic end of another neuron.

12. The correct sequence of reproductive stages seen in flowering plants is

(a) gametes, zygote, embryo, seedling
(b) zygote, gametes, embryo, seedling
(c) seedling, embryo, zygote, gametes
(d) gametes, embryo, zygote, seedling

13. The maximum resistance which can be made using four resistors each of resistance 1
2 Ω is :
(a) 2Ω (b) 1 Ω
(c) 2.5 Ω (d) 8 Ω

14. Light rays are deviated by a prism as shown in the figure.

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The deviation angle δ is measured for light rays of different frequency, including blue light and red light. Which
of the following graph is correct?

15. Two bulbs of 100 W and 40 W are connected in series. The current through the 100 W bulb is 1 A. The current
through the 40 W bulb will be :

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(a) 0.4 A
(b) 0.6 A
(c) 0.8 A
(d) 1A

16. Which of following source gives monochromatic light?

(a) Sodium lamp
(b) Mercury lamp
(c) Spark lamp
(d) All of the above

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Chips manufacturers usually flush bags of chips with oxygen gas.
Reason : It adds taste to chips.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Plants lack the nervous system, but they do coordinate.
Reason : It is so because of hormones.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : in the daytime, CO 2 generated during respiration is used up for photosynthesis.
Reason : There is no CO 2 release during day.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : A small coil carrying current, in equilibrium, is perpendicular to the direction of the uniform magnetic
field.
Reason : Torque is maximum when plane of coil and direction of the magnetic field are parallel to each other.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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Sample Paper 12
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Sodium hydrogen carbonate when added to acetic acid evolves a gas. Which of the following statements are true
about the gas evolved?

1. It turns lime water milky.

2. It extinguishes a burnings splinter.
3. it dissolves in a solution of sodium hydroxide.
4. It has a pungent odour.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2, 3 and 4
(d) 1 and 4

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2.

A shiny brown coloured element X on heating in air becomes black in colour as shown in the figure. Here X is:
(a) Copper
(b) Silver
(c) Aluminium
(d) Mercury

3. Which of the following statements about the given reaction are correct?
3Fe (s) + 4H 2 O (g) $ Fe 3 O 4 (s) + 4H 2 (g)
1. Iron metal is getting oxidised.
2. Water is getting reduced.
3. Water is acting as reducing agent.
4. Water is acting as oxidising agent.
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2 and 4
(d) 2 and 4

4. Which one of the following involve a chemical reaction?

(a) Heating magnesium wire in the presence of air at high temperature
(b) Evaporation of water
(c) Storing on nitrogen gas under pressure
(d) Keeping petrol in a China dish in open

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5.

If copper is kept open in air, it slowly loses its shining brown surface and gains a green coating as shown in the
figure. It is due to the formation of
(a) CuSO 4
(b) CuCO 3
(c) Cu (NO 3)2
(d) CuO

6.

Calcium phosphate is present in tooth enamel. Its nature is

(a) basic
(b) acidic
(c) neutral
(d) amphoteric

7. Carbon exists in the atmosphere in the form of

(a) Carbon monoxide only
(b) Carbon monoxide in traces and carbon dioxide
(c) Carbon dioxide only
(d) Coal

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8. Which of the following is the correct route for blood flow in a human?
(a) Right atrium " Right ventricle " Lungs " Left atrium " Left ventricle
(b) Right atrium " Right ventricle " Left ventricle " Left atrium " Lungs
(c) Left atrium " Left ventricle " Right ventricle " Right atrium " Lungs
(d) Left atrium " Left ventricle " Lungs " Right ventricle " Right atrium
9. Just as CO 2 is removed from the blood in the lungs, nitrogenous waste such as urea or uric acid are removed from
blood in the -
(a) Kidney
(b) Urinary bladder
(c) Urethra
(d) Ureters
10. A zygote which has an X-chromosome inherited from the father will develop into a
(a) boy
(b) girl
(c) X-chromosome does not determine the sex of a child
(d) either boy or girl
11. Dramatic changes of body features associated with puberty are mainly because of secretion of
(a) estrogen from testes and testosterone from ovary
(b) estrogen from adrenal gland and testosterone from pituitary gland
(c) testosterone from testes and estrogen from ovary
(d) testosterone from thyroid gland and estrogen from pituitary gland

12. Offspring formed as a result of sexual reproduction exhibits more variations because
(a) sexual reproduction is a lengthy process
(b) genetic material comes from two parents of the same species
(c) genetic material comes from two parents of different species
(d) genetic material comes from many parents

13. Two thin lenses of power + 3.5 D and - 2.5 D are placed in contact. The power of the lens combination is-
(a) +1 D
(b) + 1.5 D
(c) + 2.5 D
(d) +2 D

14. In given figure, a light ray AB is incident normally on one face PQ of an equilateral glass prism.
The angles at faces PR is:

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(a) 60c
(b) 30c
(c) 45c
(d) 90c

15. A ray of light is refracted as per the following diagram. Which of the following medium is optically denser?

(a) Medium A
(b) Medium B
(c) Cannot be identify
(d) Both medium are denser

16. Which of the following phenomena of light are involved in the formation of a rainbow?
(a) Reflection, refraction and dispersion.
(b) Reflection, dispersion and total internal reflection.
(c) Refraction, dispersion and internal reflection.
(d) Dispersion, scattering and total internal reflection.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Decomposition reactions are similar to combination reactions.

Reason : Both reactions need a catalyst to occur.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Reflex actions are automatic and repid responses to stimuli.
Reason : These actions are controlled by brain.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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19. Assertion : Amoeba is not an omnivore organism.

Reason : Lion is a carnivore organism.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : The connecting wires are made of copper.

Reason : The electrical conductivity of copper is high.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Tooth enamel is one of the hardest substances in our body. How does it undergo damage due to eating chocolates
and sweets ? How do tooth pastes prevent this damage ?


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Three solutions A , B and C have pH values of 6, 2 and 10 respectively. Which of the solutions is highly acidic?
Which solution will turn red litmus blue ?

22. Where does cerebrospinal fluid occur in our body ? Mention its function.

23. What is a sex chromosome ?

24. What is the basic event in reproduction?

25. Identify the nature of the mirror and mention two characteristics of the image formed when magnification
(m) =+ 6 .


o
Where should an object be placed in front of a concave mirror of focal length 20 cm so as to obtain a two times
magnified real image ?

26. In a certain study conducted on occurrence of DDT along food chains in an ecosystem, the concentration of DDT
in grass was found to be 0.5 ppm (parts per million), in sheep it was 2 ppm and in man it was 10 ppm. Why was
the concentration of DDT maximum in case of man ?

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Sample Paper 13
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Common salt besides being used in kitchen can also be used as the raw material for making
1. washing soda
2. bleaching powder
3. baking soda
4. slaked lime
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 3 and 4

2. Which reaction is used in photography?

(a) CaO + H 2 O $ Ca (OH) 2 + Heat
Heat
(b) 2FeSO 4 Fe 2 O 3 + SO 2 + SO 3
(c) 2Cu + O 2 $ 2CuO
sunlight
(d) 2AgBr 2Ag + Br

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3. Which of the following is/are correct for a balanced chemical equation?

1. It is based on law of conservation of mass.

2. The physical states makes the chemical reaction less informative.
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

4.

The following reaction is used for the preparation of oxygen gas in the laboratory
Heat
2KClO 3 (s) Catalyst
2KCl (s) + 3O 2 (g)
Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct about the reaction?
(a) It is a decomposition reaction and endothermic in nature.
(b) It is a combination reaction.
(c) It is a decomposition reaction and accompanied by release of heat.
(d) It is a photochemical decomposition reaction and exothermic in nature.

5. Which one of the following metals do not react with cold as well as hot water?
(a) Na
(b) Ca
(c) Mg
(d) Fe

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6. An aqueous solution turns red litmus solution blue.

Excess addition of which of the following solution would reverse the change?
(a) Baking powder
(b) Lime
(c) Ammonium hydroxide solution
(d) Hydrochloric acid

7. Which of the following statements are usually correct for carbon compounds? These
(i) are good conductors of electricity
(ii) are poor conductors of electricity
(iii) have strong forces of attraction between their molecules
(iv) do not have strong forces of attraction between their molecules.
(a) (i) and (iii) (b) (ii) and (iii)
(c) (i) and (iv) (d) (ii) and (iv)

8. Choose the forms in which most plants absorb nitrogen:

1. Atmospheric nitrogen
2. Proteins
3. Nitrates and nitrites
4. Urea
Choose the correct option.
(a) 1 and 4
(b) 3 and 4
(c) 1 and 2
(d) 2 and 3

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9. During the process of photosynthesis, absorption of light energy is done by

(a) Leaf
(b) Midrib
(c) Vein
(d) Chlorophyll

10. The correct sequence of organs in the male reproductive system for transport of sperms is
(a) testis " vas deferens " urethra
(b) testis " ureter " urethra
(c) testis " urethra " ureter
(d) testis " vas deferens " ureter

11. Which is the correct sequence of the components of a reflex arc ?

(a) Receptors " Muscles " Sensory neuron " Motor neuron " Spinal cord
(b) Receptors " Motor neuron " Spinal cord " Sensory neuron " Muscle
(c) Receptors " Spinal cord " Sensory neuron " Motor neuron " Muscle
(d) Receptors " Sensory neuron " Spinal cord " Motor neuron " Muscle.

12. Which among the following statements are true for unisexual flowers?
(i) They possess both stamen and pistil
(ii) They possess either stamen or pistil
(iii) They exhibit cross pollination
(iv) Unisexually flowers possessing only stamens cannot produce fruits
(a) (i) and (iv) (b) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(c) (iii) and (iv) (d) (i), (iii) and (iv)

13. The image formed by a concave mirror is observed to be virtual, erect and larger than the object. Where should
be the position of the object?
(a) Between the principal focus and the centre of curvature
(b) At the centre of curvature
(c) Beyond the centre of curvature
(d) Between the pole of the mirror and its principal focus.

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14. In which of the following diagrams is the path of a ray of light passing through a glass prism shown correctly?

(a) I
(b) II
(c) III
(d) IV

15. The path of a ray of light coming from air passing through a rectangular glass slab traced by four students are
shown in figure. Which one of them is correct?

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16. Angle of deviation is depends on:

(a) Angle of prism
(b) Nature of material of prism
(c) Angle of incidence on the prism
(d) All of the above

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Corrosion of iron is commonly known as rusting.

Reason : Corrosion of iron occurs in presence of water and air.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Cytokinins are present in highest concentration in fruits and seeds.
Reason : Cytokinins are responsible for promoting cell division.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Liver is known as the largest gland of the body.

Reason : It secretes salivary amylase.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : When the length of a wire is doubled, then its resistance also gets doubled.
Reason : The resistance of a wire is directly proportional to its length.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. A metal compound A reacts with dilute sulphuric acid to produce a gas which extinguishes a burning candle.
Identify the compound A and the gas produced. Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction if one of the
compounds formed in the reaction is sodium sulphate.


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How does the enamel of the teeth undergo damage due to the eating of chocolates and sweets ? What should be
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Sample Paper 14
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following statements is correct about an aqueous solution of an acid and of base?
1. Higher the pH, stronger the acid
2. Higher the pH, weaker the acid
3. Lower the pH, stronger the base
4. Lower the pH, weaker the base
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 4
(d) 2 and 4

2. Which one of the following is the example of precipitation reaction according to the given diagram?

(a) Cu (s) + 2AgNO 3 (aq) $ Cu (NO 3) 2 (aq) + 2Ag (s)

Heat
(b) CuCO 3 (s) CuO (s) + CO 2 (g)
(c) N 2 (g) + 3H 2 (g) $ 2H 3 (g)
(d) AgNO 3 (aq) + NaCl (aq) $ AgCl (s) + NaNO 3 (aq)

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3. Which of the following statements about the reaction given below are incorrect?
2PbO (s) + C (s) $ 2Pb (s) + CO 2 (g)
1. Lead is getting reduced.
2. Carbon dioxide is getting oxidised.
3. Carbon is getting oxidised.
4. Lead oxide is getting reduced.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 3 and 4
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 2 and 4

4. When Ca (NO 3) 2 is heated, it gives CaO, NO 2 (g) and O 2 (g). The correct number of moles of Ca (NO 3) 2 , CaO,
NO 2 (g) and O 2 (g) are present in the reaction are respectively
(a) 1, 2, 4, 1
(b) 2, 2, 4, 1
(c) 2, 1, 3, 2
(d) 2, 2, 2, 1

5. Which of the following oxide(s) of iron would be obtained on prolonged reaction of iron with steam?

(a) FeO
(b) Fe 2 O 3
(c) Fe 3 O 4
(d) Fe 2 O 3 and Fe 3 O 4

6. If a few drops of a concentrated acid accidentally spills over the hand of a student, what should be done?
(a) Wash the hand with saline solution.
(b) Wash the hand immediately with plenty of water and apply a paste of sodium hydrogen carbonate.
(c) After washing with plenty of water apply solution of sodium hydroxide on the hand.
(d) Neutralize the acid with a strong alkali.

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7. Oils on treating with hydrogen in the presence of palladium or nickel catalyst form fats as shown in the figure.

This is an example of
(a) Addition reaction
(b) Substitution reaction
(c) Displacement reaction
(d) Oxidation reaction

8. Only two of the following statements accurately describe what happens in the mouth.
1. Amylase breaks down large starch molecules into smaller maltose molecules.
2. Chewing increases the surface area of food for digestion.
3. Saliva emulsifies fats into smaller droplets.
4. Teeth breakup large insoluble molecules into smaller soluble molecules.
Which statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 3 and 4
(d) 1 and 4

9. During the process of respiration in plants, the direction of diffusion of oxygen and carbon dioxide depends upon
(a) the environmental conditions
(b) the requirements of the plant
(c) both (a) and (b)
(d) none of these

10. A trait in an organism is shown in the figure influenced by

(a) paternal DNA only

(b) maternal DNA only
(c) both maternal and paternal DNA
(d) neither by paternal nor by maternal

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11. In humans, the life processes are controlled and regulated by

(a) reproductive and endocrine systems
(b) respiratory and nervous systems
(c) endocrine and digestive systems
(d) nervous and endocrine systems

12. Reproduction is essential for living organisms in order to

(a) keep the individual organism alive
(b) fulfil their energy requirement
(c) maintain growth
(d) continue the species generation after generation

13. A full length of a distant tall building can definitely be seen by using

(a) a concave mirror

(b) a convex mirror
(c) a plane mirror
(d) both concave as well as plane mirror

14. A light ray is incident perpendicularly to one face of a 90c prism and is totally internally reflected at the glass-air
interface. If the angle of reflection is 45c, we conclude that the refractive index

(a) n> 1
2
(b) n> 2
(c) n< 1
2
(d) n< 2

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15. If the central portion of a convex lens is wrapped in black paper as shown in the figure.

(a) No image will be formed by the remaining portion of the lens

(b) The full image will be formed but it will be less bright
(c) The central portion of the image will be missing
(d) There will be two images each produced by one of the exposed portions of the lens

16. Which of the following are effects of atmospheric refraction?

1. Twinkling of stars.
2. Tyndall effect.
3. Advance sunrise and delayed sunset.
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : A reducing agent is a substance which can either accept electron.
Reason : A substance which helps in oxidation is known as reducing agent.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion : Abscisic acid is responsible for wilting of leaves.

Reason : It is a growth inhibitor.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Respiration is not a biochemical process opposite to photosynthesis.

Reason : Energy is released during respiration.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

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20. Assertion : The 200 W bulbs glow with more brightness than 100 W bulbs.
Reason : A 100 W bulb has more resistance than 200 W bulb.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. A calcium compound which is a yellowish white powder is used as a disinfectant and also in textile industry. Name
the compound. Which gas is released when this compound is left exposed to air ?


o
Explain why an aqueous solution of sodium sulphate is neutral while an aqueous solution of sodium carbonate is
basic in nature.

22. What do you mean by electroencephalograph ?

23. Why is variation beneficial for the species, but not necessary for the individual?

24. What is grafting? What do the terms ‘stock’ and ‘scion’ mean in grafting?

25. An object is placed at a distance of 15 cm from a convex lens of focal lengths 20 cm. List four observations (nature,
position, etc.) of the image formed by the lens.


o
An object is placed at a distance of 12 cm infront of a concave mirror of radius of curvature 30 cm. List four
characteristics of the image formed by the mirror.

26. What are the heterotrophs ?

SECTION-C

Question no. 27 to 33 are short answer questions.

27. 1 g of copper powder was taken in a China dish and heated. What change takes place on heating ? When hydrogen
gas is passed over this heated substance, a visible change is seen in it, Give the chemical equations of reactions,
the name and the colour of the products formed in each case.

28. (a) Show the formation of Na2 O by the transfer of electrons between the combining atoms.
(b) Why are ionic compounds usually hard ?
(c) How is it that ionic compounds in the solid state do not conduct electricity and they do so when in molten
state?

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Sample Paper 15
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. What happens when a solution of an acid is mixed with a solution of a base in a jar as shown in the figure?

1. Salt formation takes place.

2. The temperature of the solution remains the same.
3. The temperature of the solution decreases.
4. The temperature of the solution increases.
(a) Only 1
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 4
(d) 1 and 4

2. Which of the following reaction is characterised by the yellow colour of product?

T
(a) 2Pb 3 O 4 6PbO (s) + O 2 (g)
(b) Zn (s) + H 2 SO 4 $ ZnSO 4 + H 2
(c) Na 2 CO 3 + H 2 SO 4 $ Na 2 SO 4 + H 2 O + CO 2
T
(d) 2KClO 3 2KCl + 3O 2 (g)

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3. The statement of law of conservation of mass is:

(a) mass can neither be created nor destroy.

(b) mass can be created nor destroy.
(c) mass of the body cannot be remain same.
(d) none of these.

4. The reaction between carbon and oxygen can be represented as

T
C (s) + O 2 (g) CO 2 (g) + Heat
In which of the following type(s), the above reaction can be classified?
1. Combustion reaction
2. Displacement reaction
3. Endothermic reaction
4. Combination reaction
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 1, 3 and 4
(c) 1 and 4
(d) 1 Only

5. Silver articles become black on prolonged exposure to air as shown in the figure. This is due to the formation of

(a) Ag 3 N
(b) Ag 2 O
(c) Ag 2 S
(d) Ag 2 S and Ag 3 N

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6. Which of the following is used for dissolution of gold?

(a) Hydrochloric acid
(b) Sulphuric acid
(c) Nitric acid
(d) Aqua regia

7. A molecule of ammonia (NH3) has

(a) only single bonds
(b) only double bonds
(c) only triple bonds
(d) two double bonds and one single bond

8. Choose the correct statement that describe the arteries?

(a) They have thick elastic walls, blood flows under high pressure, collect blood from different organs and bring
it back to the heart.
(b) They have thin walls with valves inside, blood flows under low pressure and carry blood away from the heart
to various organs of the body.
(c) They have thick elastic walls, blood flows under low pressure, carry blood from the heart to various organs
of the body.
(d) They have thick elastic walls without valves inside, blood flows under high pressure and carry blood away
from the heart to different parts of the body.

9. Inorganic nitrates or nitrites helps the plants for the synthesis of:
(a) Carbohydrates
(b) Nitrogen
(c) Carbon dioxide
(d) Protein

10. Select the statements that describe characteristics of genes

(i) genes are specific sequence of bases in a DNA molecule
(ii) a gene does not code for proteins
(iii) in individuals of a given species, a specific gene is located on a particular chromosome
(iv) each chromosome has only one gene
(a) (i) and (ii) (b) (i) and (iii)
(c) (i) and (iv) (d) (ii) and (iv)

11. A doctor advised a person to take an injection of insulin because

(a) his blood pressure was low
(b) his heart was beating slowly
(c) he was suffering from goitre
(d) his sugar level in blood was high

12. The number of chromosomes in parents and offsprings of a particular species remains constant due to
(a) doubling of chromosomes after zygote formation
(b) halving of chromosomes during gamete formation
(c) doubling of chromosomes after gamete formation
(d) halving of chromosomes after gamete formation

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13. An object is immersed in a fluid. In order that the object becomes invisible, it should
(a) Behave as a perfect reflector
(b) Absorb all light falling on it
(c) Have refractive index one
(d) Have refractive index exactly matching with that of the surrounding fluid

14. Study the following ray diagram:

In this diagram, the angle of incidence, the angle of emergence and the angle of deviation respectively have been
represented by
(a) y, p, z
(b) x, q, z
(c) p, y, z
(d) p, z, y

15. Which of the following correctly represents graphical relation between angle of incidence (i) and angle of reflection
(r) ?

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16. Twinkling of stars is due to atmospheric

(a) dispersion of light by water droplets
(b) refraction of light by different layers of varying refractive indices
(c) scattering of light by dust particles
(d) internal reflection of light by clouds

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : The balancing of chemical equations is based on law of conservation of mass.
Reason : Total mass of reactants is equal to total mass of products.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Plant hormones arc growth regulator.

Reason : Growth regulators promote or inhibit the growth.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : In woody plants, gaseous exchange occurs through lenticels.

Reason : Lenticels are specialised cells found along with stomata on the stem of woody plants.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : Heater wire must have high resistance will be melting point.
Reason : If resistance is high, the electric conductivity will be less.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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Sample Paper 16
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following are correctly matched?

1. Bleaching powder oxidising agent in chemical industries.

2. Baking powder a mixture of sodium hydrogen carbonate and a mild edible acid.
3. Washing soda remove permanent hardness of water.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

2. Fe 2 O 3 + 2Al " Al 2 O 3 + 2Fe

The above reaction is an example of a-
(a) combination reaction
(b) double displacement reaction
(c) decomposition reaction
(d) displacement reaction

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3. The necessary conditions for combustion process to occur are

1. availability of air/oxygen.
2. availability or air/oxygen and fuel.
3. temperature of fuel below ignition temperature.
4. temperature of fuel above ignition temperature.
Select the correct alternative.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 4
(c) 3 and 1
(d) 4 and 1

4. Which of the following is not a chemical reaction?

(a) Souring of milk
(b) Dissolution of sugar in water
(c) Rusting of iron
(d) Digestion of food in the body

5. The ability of metals to be drawn into thin wire is known as

(a) Ductility
(b) Malleability
(c) Sonority
(d) Conductivity

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6. Which of the following statements is/are correct for litmus?

1. Litmus solution is a purple dye.
2. It is extracted from lichen.
3. In neutral solution. it remains colourless.
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

7. A soap micelle is shown in th figure. In the soap micelles

(a) The ionic end of soap is on the surface of the cluster while the carbon chain is in the interior of the cluster.
(b) Ionic end of soap is in the interior of the cluster and carbon chain is out of the cluster.
(c) Both ionic end and carbon chain are in the interior of the cluster.
(d) Both ionic end and carbon chain are on the exterior of the cluster.

8. Four chambered heart is characteristics feature of?

(a) Fishes
(b) Amphibians
(c) Reptiles
(d) Mammals

9. Translocation is the process in which plants deliver:

(a) minerals from leaves to other parts of the plant
(b) plant growth hormones from leaves to other parts of the plant
(c) water and organic substance from leaves to other parts of the plant
(d) all of the above

10. The two versions of a trait (character) which are brought in by the male and female gametes are situated on
(a) copies of the same chromosome
(b) two different chromosomes
(c) sex chromosomes
(d) any chromosome

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11. Choose the incorrect statement about insulin which is shown in the figure:.

(a) It is produced from pancreas.

(b) It regulates growth and development of the body.
(c) It regulates blood sugar level.
(d) Insufficient secretion of insulin will cause diabetes.

12. Which of the following is the correct sequence of events of sexual reproduction in a flower?
(a) pollination, fertilisation, seedling, embryo
(b) seedling, embryo, fertilisation, pollination
(c) pollination, fertilisation, embryo, seedling
(d) embryo, seedling, pollination, fertilisation.

13. As light travels from a rarer to a denser medium it will have

(a) increased velocity
(b) decreased velocity
(c) decreased wavelength
(d) both (b) and (c)

14.

Dispersion of light by glass prism is shown in the above figure. Here x and y indicates .......... and .......... colour
respectively.
(a) red, blue
(b) red, indigo
(c) red, yellow
(d) violet, green

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15. The following figures show the path of light rays through three lenses marked L1 , L2 and L3 and their focal points
F1 , F2 and F3 respectively.

Which of the following diagram shows the concave lens properties?

(a) (i)
(b) (ii)
(c) (iii)
(d) (i), (ii)

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16. Which of the following phenomena contributes significantly to the reddish appearance of sun at sunrise or sunset?

(a) Dispersion of light

(b) Scattering of light
(c) Total internal reflection of light
(d) Reflection of light from the earth

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Carbon dioxide turns lime water milky.

Reason : Carbon dioxide sullies the water.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Phototropism is caused by auxin.

Reason : When light is coming from one side of the plant, auxin diffuses towards the shady side of the shoot.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Haemoglobin is not the respiratory pigment in human beings.

Reason : It transports oxygen in the human body.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : A fuse wire is always connected in parallel with the mainline.
Reason : If a current larger than the specified value flows through the circuit, fuse wire melts.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

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Sample Paper 17
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following is/are correct for olfactory indicators?

1. Their colour changes with acid or base.
2. Onion, vanilla or clove are examples.
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

2. What happens when copper rod is dipped in iron sulphate solution?

(a) Copper displaces iron

(b) Blue colour of copper sulphate solution is obtained
(c) No reaction takes place
(d) Reaction is exothermic

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3. Oxygen gas reacts with hydrogen to produce water. The reaction is represented by the equation:
O 2 (g) + H 2 (g) $ H 2 O (I)
The above reaction is an example of
1. Oxidation of hydrogen
2. Reduction of oxygen
3. Reduction of hydrogen
4. Redox reaction
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2 and 4

4. A dilute ferrous sulphate solution was gradually added to the beaker containing acidified permanganate solution.
The light purple colour of the solution fades and finally disappears.
Which of the following is the correct explanation for the observation?
(a) KMnO 4 is an oxidising agent, it oxidises FeSO 4 .
(b) FeSO 4 acts as an oxidising agent and oxidises KMnO 4 .
(c) The colour disappears due to dilution; no reaction is involved.
(d) KMnO 4 is an unstable compound and decomposes in presence of FeSO 4 to a colourless compound.

5. Which of the following property is generally not shown by metals?

(a) Electrical conduction
(b) Sonorous in nature
(c) Dullness
(d) Ductility

6. A highly reactive element (X ) reacts with oxygen of air even at room temperature to give an oxide (Y ) . The oxide
(Y ) is soluble in water. The aqueous solution of (Y ) does not change the colour of red litmus solution but reacts
with an aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide. Here X is-
(a) sodium
(b) phosphorus
(c) carbon
(d) sulphur

7. Chlorine reacts with saturated hydro-carbons at room temperature in the

(a) absence of sunlight
(b) presence of sunlight
(c) presence of water
(d) presence of hydrochloric acid

8. Choose the form in which most of the plants absorb nitrogen from the atmosphere?
(a) Proteins
(b) Amino acids
(c) Atmospheric nitrogen
(d) Nitrates and nitrites

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9. What causes cramps in our muscles during sudden activity?

(a) The pyruvate gets converted into lactic acid to release of energy.
(b) The pyruvate gets converted into carbon dioxide to release of energy.
(c) The pyruvate gets converted into ethanol to release of energy.
(d) The pyruvate gets converted into glucose to release of energy.

10. The number of pair(s) of sex chromosomes in the zygote of humans is

(a) one
(b) two
(c) three
(d) four

11. The shape of guard cells changes due to change in the

(a) protein composition of cells

(b) temperature of cells
(c) amount of water in cells
(d) position of nucleus in the cells

12. Offspring formed by asexual method of reproduction have greater similarity among themselves because
(i) asexual reproduction involves only one parent
(ii) asexual reproduction does not involve gametes
(iii) asexual reproduction occurs before sexual reproduction
(iv) asexual reproduction occurs after sexual reproduction
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) (i) and (iii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

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13. Consider the following statements about refraction of light :

1. The incident ray, refracted ray and the normal ray lie in the same plane.
2. The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of refraction.
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

14.

Which of the following angles are correctly marked in the above ray diagram?
(a) +i , +A and +D
(b) Only +i and +A
(c) +i , +r and +A
(d) All of the angles

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15. An incident ray strikes a concave mirror after passing through the focus (F ) as shown in the figure.

Which of the following shows the correct path of reflected rays?

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16. The clear sky appears blue as shown in the figure because

(a) blue light gets absorbed in the atmosphere

(b) ultraviolet radiations are absorbed in the atmosphere
(c) violet and blue lights get scattered more than lights of all other colours by the atmosphere
(d) light of all other colours is scattered more than the violet and blue colour lights by the atmosphere

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : A chemical reaction becomes faster at higher temperatures.

Reason : At higher temperatures, molecular motion becomes more rapid.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Abscisic acid is a stress hormone.

Reason : Stimulation of ABA occurs in adverse conditions.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Interventricular septum separates left from right atrium.

Reason : Interventricular septum separates left from right ventricle.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : When a battery is short-circuited, the terminal voltage is zero.

Reason : In the situation of a short-circuit, the current is zero
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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Sample Paper 18
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following are correctly matched in the given table?

1. Acid + salt metal + hydrogen

2. Acid + metal carbonate salt + carbon dioxide + water
3. Metal oxide + acid salt + water
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

2. The reaction 2Na + Cl 2 $ 2NaCl is an example of

(a) combination reaction
(b) decomposition reaction
(c) displacement reaction
(d) double displacement reaction

3. Which among the following is (are) double displacement reaction(s)?

1. Pb + CuCl 2 $ PbCl 2 + Cu
2. Na 2 SO 4 + BaCl 2 $ BaSO 4 + 2NaCl
3. C + O 2 $ CO 2
4. CH 4 + 2O 2 $ CO 2 + 2H 2 O
(a) 1 and 4
(b) Only 2
(c) 1 and 2
(d) 3 and 4

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4. Which one of the following is the example of oxidation?

Burning
(a) 2Mg (s) + O 2 (g) 2MgO (s)
Heat
(b) CuO (s) + H 2 (g) Cu (s) + H 2 O (g)
(c) Fe 2 O 3 (s) + 2Al (s) $ Al 2 O 3 (s) + 2Fe (s)
(d) None of these

5. Generally metals react with acids to give salt and hydrogen gas.

Which of the following acids does not give hydrogen gas on reacting with metals (except Mn and Mg)?
(a) H 2 SO 4
(b) HCl
(c) HNO 3
(d) All of these

6. A solution turns red litmus blue, its pH is likely to be

(a) 1
(b) 4
(c) 5
(d) 10

7. The soap molecule has a

(a) hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail
(b) hydrophobic head and a hydrophilic tail
(c) hydrophobic head and a hydrophobic tail
(d) hydrophilic head and a hydrophilic tail

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8. The table shows the characteristics of blood in one blood vessel of the body.

Oxygen concentration Carbon dioxide concentration Pressure

High Low High
Which blood vessel contains blood with these characteristics?
(a) Vena cava
(b) Pulmonary vein
(c) Aorta
(d) Pulmonary artery

9. The maintenance functions of living organisms must go on even when they are not doing
(a) Anything particular
(b) Sleeping
(c) Moving at constant speed
(d) Hibernation

10. Which of the following statement for chromosomal theory of inheritance is incorrect?
(a) Pairing and separation of a pair of the chromosomes would lead to segregation of a factor they carried.
(b) Behaviour of chromosomes is parallel to the behaviour of genes.
(c) The two alleles of a gene pair are located on homologous sites on homologous chromosomes.
(d) Chromosomes as well as genes occur in pair

11. In a neuron, conversion of electrical signal to a chemical signal occurs at in

(a) cell body

(b) axonal end
(c) dendritic end
(d) axon

12. In the list of organisms given below, those that reproduce by the asexual method are
(i) Banana
(ii) Dog
(iii) Yeast
(iv) Amoeba
(a) (ii) and (iv) (b) (i), (iii) and (iv)
(c) (i) and (iv) (d) (ii), (iii) and (iv)

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13. A child standing in front of a magic mirror. She finds the image of her head bigger, the middle portion of her body
of the same size and that of the legs smaller. The following is the order of combinations for the magic mirror from
the top.

(a) Plane, convex and concave

(b) Convex, concave and plane
(c) Concave, plane and convex
(d) Convex, plane and concave

14.

Here X and Y indicates:

(a) Green colour, violet colour
(b) Red colour, violet colour
(c) Violet colour, red colour
(d) Green colour, red colour

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15. Which of the following ray diagrams is correct for the ray of light incident on a lens shown in Figure?

16. Advanced sunrise and delayed sunset are explained on the basis of
(a) Tyndall effect
(b) scattering of light
(c) dispersion of light
(d) atmospheric refraction

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : The following chemical equation,

2C 6 H 6 + 7O 2 $ 4CO 2 + 6H 2 O
is a balanced chemical equation.
Reason : In a balanced chemical equation, the total number of atoms of each element may or may not equal on
both side of the equation.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Units which make up the nervous system are called neurons.
Reason : Nerve impulses are carried by dendrites towards the cell body.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Excretion is the biological process by which harmful wastes are removed from an organism’s body.
Reason : The mode of excretion is completely same in both unicellular and multicellular organisms.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : All electric devices shown in the circuit are ideal. The reading of each of ammeter (a) and voltmeter
(V) is zero.

Reason : An ideal voltmeter draws almost no current due to very large resistance, and hence (V) and (a) will read
zero.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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Sample Paper 19
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following are correctly matched?

1. Common salt formed by sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid.

2. Brine aqueous solution of sodium chloride.
3. Chlor-alkali process formation of sodium chloride
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

2. When the gases sulphur dioxide and hydrogen sulphide mix in the presence of water, the reaction is
SO 2 + 2H 2 S " 2H 2 O + 3S .
Here hydrogen sulphide is acting as:
(a) an oxidising agent
(b) a reducing agent
(c) a dehydrating agent
(d) a catalyst

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3. Barium chloride on reacting with ammonium sulphate forms barium sulphate and ammonium chloride. Which of
the following correctly represents the type of the reaction involved?

1. Displacement reaction
2. Precipitation reaction
3. Combination reaction
4. Double displacement reaction
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Only 4
(d) 2 and 4

4. Which of the following is not a chemical change?

(a) Burning of a candle.
(b) Cooking a food
(c) Sublimation
(d) Germination of seeds

5. An element A is soft and can be cut with a knife. This is very reactive to air and cannot be kept open in air. It
reacts vigorously with water. Identify the element from the following :
(a) Mg
(b) Na
(c) P
(d) Ca

6. Which of the following are correctly matched in the given table?

1. Plants and animals pH range is 7.0 to 7.8

2. Rain water pH is 7.6
3. Tooth decay pH less than 5.5
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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7. Vinegar is a solution of
(a) 50%-60% acetic acid in alcohol
(b) 5%-8% acetic acid in alcohol
(c) 5%-8% acetic acid in water
(d) 50%-60% acetic acid in water

8. What happens if a person has one kidney removed?

(a) They will accumulate excess urea
(b) They will die
(c) They will continue as normal
(d) They will stop making urine

9. The function of valves present in auricles and ventricles is-

(a) It ensures that the blood flows only in one direction.
(b) Helps in coagulation of blood
(c) Destroy the worn out blood cells
(d) Measure pressure of body fluids

10. Grasshopper in grassland is a

(a) producer (b) herbivore

(c) carnivore (d) none of the above

11. The substance that triggers the fall of mature leaves and fruits from plants is due to
(a) auxins (b) gibberellin
(c) abscisic acid (d) cytokinin

12. In a flower, the parts that produce male and female gametes (germ cells) are
(a) stamen and anther
(b) filament and stigma
(c) anther and ovary
(d) stamen and style

13. A thin layer of water is transparent but a very thick layer of water is:
(a) translucent
(b) opaque
(c) most transparent
(d) none of these

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14.

Which of the following angles are correctly marked in the above diagram?
(a) +A , +r and +D
(b) +A and +e
(c) +i , +A and +D
(d) +A , +r and +e

15. Which of the following ray diagrams is correct for the ray of light incident on a concave mirror as shown in Figure?

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16. The bluish colour of water in deep sea is due to

(a) the presence of algae and other plants found in water

(b) reflection of sky in water
(c) scattering of light
(d) absorption of light by the sea.

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Fe 2 O 3 + 2Al $ Al 2 O 3 + 2Fe

The above chemical equation is an example of displacement reaction.
Reason : Aluminium being more reactive than iron, displaces Fe from its oxide.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Nerve impulse is a one way conduction.

Reason : Nerve impulse is transmitted from dendrite to axon terminals.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

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19. Assertion : The main organ of human excretory system is kidney.

Reason : Kidneys perform the function of adding water and nitrogenous wastes from the body.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : If ρ 1 and ρ 2 be the resistivity of the materials of two resistors of resistances R1 and R2 respectively
and R1 > R2 .
Reason : The resistance R = ρ l & r 1 > r 2 if R1 > R2
A
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. An element reacts with air (oxygen) to form its oxide. When dissolved in water the solution turns red litmus blue.
Is it a metal or a non-metal ? Justify your answer.


o
What properties do you think of while categorizing elements as metals and non-metals.

22. What is a receptor ? Name the receptors for light, sound and smell.

23. What is the effect of high temperature on the sex-determination in turtle (Chrysema picta) and the lizard (Agama
agama)?

24. The organisms formed by asexual reproduction are considered as clones. Why? State the advantage of sexual
reproduction over asexual reproduction.

25. An object is placed at a distance of 30 cm from a concave lens of focal lengths 15 cm. List four characteristics
(nature, position, etc.) of the image formed by the lens.


o
An object is placed at a distance of 15 cm from concave lens of focal length 30 cm. List four characteristics (nature,
position, etc.) of the image formed by the lens.

26. Write differences between food chain and food web.

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Sample Paper 20
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Consider the following table :

Substance pH
Lemon 2.3
Battery acid x
Sea water 8.5
Apple 3.1
The value of x in above table is:
(a) 0
(b) 1.3
(c) 2.5
(d) 1.9

2. Ethane (C 2 H 6) on complete combustion gave CO 2 and water. It shows that the results are in accordance with the
law of conservation of mass. Then, the coefficient of oxygen is equal to
(a) 7/2
(b) 3/2
(c) 5/2
(d) 9/2

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3. Magnesium ribbon is rubbed with sand paper before making it to burn. The reason of rubbing the ribbon is to:

(a) remove moisture condensed over the surface of ribbon.

(b) generate heat due to exothermic reaction.
(c) remove magnesium oxide formed over the surface of magnesium.
(d) mix silicon from sand paper (silicon dioxide) with magnesium for lowering ignition temperature of the
ribbon.

4. Exposure of silver chloride to sunlight for a long duration turns grey due to

Which among the following statement(s) is(are) true?

1. the formation of silver by decomposition of silver chloride.
2. sublimation of silver chloride.
3. decomposition of chlorine gas from silver chloride.
4. oxidation of silver chloride.
(a) Only 1
(b) 1 and 3
(c) 2 and 3
(d) Only 4

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5. Which among the following statements is incorrect for magnesium metal?

(a) It burns in oxygen with a dazzling white flame.

(b) It reacts with cold water to form magnesium oxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
(c) It reacts with hot water to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
(d) It reacts with steam to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.

6. The reaction that differs from the rest of the reaction given is-
(a) formation of calcium oxide from limestone
(b) formation of aluminium from aluminium oxide
(c) formation of sodium carbonate from sodium hydrogen carbonate
(d) formation of mercury from mercuric oxide

7. Mineral acids are stronger acids than carboxylic acids because

(i) mineral acids are completely ionized.
(ii) carboxylic acids are completely ionized
(iii) mineral acids are partially ionized
(iv) carboxylic acids are partially ionized
(a) (i) and (iv)
(b) (ii) and (iii)
(c) (i) and (ii)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

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8. Which of the following structures is involved in gaseous exchange in woody stem of a plant as shown in the figure?

(a) Stomata
(b) Guard cell
(c) Lenticel
(d) Epidermis

9. Human body stores energy in form of:

(a) Glucose
(b) Insulin
(c) glycogen
(d) Fructose

10. What must be preserved in an ecosystem, if the system needs to be maintained?

(a) producers and carnivores
(b) producers and decomposers
(c) Carnivores and decomposers
(d) Herbivores and carnivores

11. Posture and balance of the body is controlled by

(a) cerebrum
(b) cerebellum
(c) medulla
(d) pons

12. A feature of reproduction that is common to Amoeba, Spirogyra and yeast is that
(a) they reproduce asexually
(b) they are all unicellular
(c) they reproduce only sexually
(d) they are all multicellular

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13. No matter how far you stand from a mirror, your image appears erect. The mirror is likely to be-
(a) Plane
(b) Concave
(c) Convex
(d) Either plane or convex

14. When white light passes through the achromatic combination of prisms, then what is observed ?
(a) Deviation
(b) Dispersion
(c) Both deviation and dispersion
(d) Atmospheric refraction

15. A student determines the focal length of a device X , by focusing the image of a far off object on the screen
positioned as shown in figure The device X is a

(a) Convex lens

(b) Concave lens
(c) Convex mirror
(d) Concave mirror

16. A student traces the path of a ray of light through a glass prism for different angles of incidence. He analysis each
diagram and draws the following conclusion:
I. On entering prism, the light ray bends towards its base.
II. Light ray suffers refraction at the point of incidence and point of emergence while passing through the prism.
III. Emergent ray bends at certain angle to the direction of the incident ray.
IV. While emerging from the prism, the light ray bends towards the vertex of the prism.
Out of the above inferences, the correct ones are:
(a) I, II and III
(b) I, III and IV
(c) II, III and IV
(d) I and IV

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion : Photosynthesis is considered as an endothermic reaction.

Reason : Energy gets released in the process of photosynthesis.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True but Reason is not the Correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True but the Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

18. Assertion : Our body maintains blood sugar level.

Reason : Pancreas secretes insulin which helps to regulate blood sugar levels in the body.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion : Artificial kidney is a device used to remove nitrogenous waste products from the blood through dialysis.
Reason : Reabsorption does not occur in artificial kidney.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false but Reason is true.

20. Assertion : The product of resistivity and conductivity of a conductor depends on the material of the conductor.
Reason : Because each of resistivity and conductivity depends on the material of the conductor.
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. What prevents the metals such as magnesium, aluminium, zinc and lead from oxidation at ordinary temperature ?


o
Explain why sodium hydroxide solution cannot be kept in aluminium containers ? Write equation for the reaction
that may take for the same.

22. If you keep the potted plant horizontally for 2-3 days, what type of movements would be shown by the shoot and
root after two or three days. Why ?

23. What are the rules of inheritance ?

24. What is meant by pollination? Name and differentiate between the two modes of pollination in flowering plants.

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Sample Paper 21
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. A student places some iron filings around a magnet. The iron filings arrange themselves as shown in image:

The student labelled four different regions around the magnet. Where would the magnetic effect be the strongest?
(a) Q
(b) P
(c) S
(d) R

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2. The factors on which magnetic field strength produced by current carrying solenoid depends are:
(a) number of turns
(b) magnitude of current
(c) All of the above
(d) nature of core material

3. Study the experimental set up shown in given figure and choose the correct option from the following:

P Q Change observed in calcium hydroxide solution

a. K 2 CO 3 Cl 2 No change
b. KHCO 3 CO 2 No change
c. KHCO 3 H2 Turns milky
d. K 2 CO 3 CO 2 Turns milky

4. Number of electrons shared between carbon-carbon atoms in ethene is:

(a) 4
(b) 2
(c) 8
(d) 6

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5. Which among the following is/are double displacement reaction(s)?

(i) Pb + CuCl 2 " PbCl 2 + Cu
(ii) Na 2 SO 4 + BaCl 2 " BaSO 4 + 2NaCl
(iii) C + O 2 " CO 2
(iv) CH 4 + 2O 2 " CO 2 + 2H 2 O
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) (i) and (iv)
(c) (iii) and (iv)
(d) only (ii)

6. Two pink coloured flowers on crossing resulted in 1 red, 2 pink and 1 white flower progeny. The nature of the
cross will be :
(a) self pollination
(b) double fertilisation
(c) no fertilisation
(d) cross fertilisation

7. When lead nitrate crystals are heated as shown in the figure:

(a) a brown gas is evolved and a white residue is left behind

(b) a colourless gas is evolved and a yellow residue is left behind
(c) a brown gas is evolved and a yellow residue is left behind.
(d) a greenish yellow gas is evolved and a brown residue is left behind

8. Study the following table and choose the correct option.

Salt Parent Acid Parent base Nature of salt

a. Sodium Chloride HCl NaOH Basic
b. Sodium Carbonate H2CO3 NaOH Neutral
c. Sodium Sulphate H 2 SO 4 NaOH Acidic
d. Sodium Acetate CH3COOH NaOH Basic

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9. An aqueous solution A turns phenolphthalein solution pink. On addition of an aqueous solution B to A, the pink
colour disappears. Which of the following statement is true for solution A and B?
(a) A is strongly acidic and B is a weak acid.
(b) A is strongly basic and B is a weak base.
(c) A has pH less than 7 and B has pH greater than 7.
(d) A has pH greater than 7 and B has pH less than 7.

10. Which one of the following conditions is true for the state of stomata of a green leaf shown in the given diagram?

(a) Gaseous exchange is occurring in large amount

(b) Large amount of water flows into the guard cells
(c) Large amount of sugar collects in the guard cells
(d) Large amount of water flows out from the guard cells

11. Identify the option that indicates the correct enzyme that is secreted in location (i), (ii) and (iii).
(a) (i)-amylase, (ii)-pepsin, (iii)-trypsin
(b) (i)-lipase, (ii)-trypsin, (iii)-pepsin
(c) (i)-permease, (ii)-carboxylase, (iii)-oxidase
(d) (i)-trypsin, (ii)-amylase, (iii)-carboxylase

12. Identify labels p, q and r and select the correct option.

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p q r
(a) Motor neuron Sensory neuron Relay neuron
(b) Sensory neuron Motor neuron Relay neuron
(c) Relay neuron Motor neuron Sensory neuron
(d) Sensory neuron Relay neuron Motor neuron

13. The image shows the division in Spirogyra.

What can be concluded about the Spirogyra from this division?

(a) It is a unicellular organism that gives rise to two new equal sized individuals.
(b) It is a multicellular organism gives rise to two new equal sized individuals.
(c) It is a multicellular organism that breaks into pieces that grows into new individuals.
(d) It is a unicellular organism that breaks into pieces that grows into new individuals.

14. Three resistances of 2, 3 and 5Ω are connected in parallel to a 10 V battery of negligible internal resistance. The
potential difference across the 3Ω resistance will be:
(a) 3 V
(b) 2 V
(c) 10 V
(d) 5 V

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15. Which arrangement of 3Ω resistors will give a total resistance of 7Ω ?

16. Identify the correct order of reactivity of metals among the following:
(a) Fe 1 Zn 1 Cu 1 Na 1 Al
(b) Cu 1 Fe 1 Zn 1 Al 1 Na
(c) Cu 1 Zn 1 Al 1 Na 1 Fe
(d) Zn 1 Cu 1 Fe 1 Al 1 Na

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): The sex of a child in human beings will be determined by the type of chromosome he/she inherits
from the father.
Reason (R): A child who inherits ‘X’ chromosome from his father would be a girl (XX), while a child who inherits
a ‘Y’ chromosome from the father would be a boy (XY).
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not a correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): In Fleming’s left-hand rule, the direction of magnetic field, force and current are mutually
perpendicular.
Reason (R): Fleming’s left-hand rule is applied to measure the induced current.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not a correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): Resins and gums are stored in old xylem tissue in plants.
Reason (R): Resins and gums facilitate transport of water molecules.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not a correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

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20. Assertion (A): The following chemical equation,

2C 2 H 6 + 7 O 2 $ 4CO 2 + 3H 2 O
2
is a balanced chemical equation.
Reason (R): In a balanced chemical equation, the total number of atoms of each element are equal on both sides
of the equation.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not a correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Why does absorption of digested food occur mainly in the small intestine?

22. Identify the oxidising agent in the following reactions:

(i) Pb 3 O 4 + 8HCl $ 3PbCl 2 + Cl 2 + 4H 2 O
(ii) 2Mg + O 2 $ 2MgO


o
Complete the following table:

Plaster of Paris Bleaching Powder

Chemical equation for its preparation (i) .......... (ii) ..........
Use (iii) .......... (iv) ..........

23. State with reason any two possible consequences of the elimination of decomposers from the earth.

24. List in tabular form two differences between reflex action and walking.

25. Name the four parts labelled as a, b, c and d in given diagram and write their functions.

o
List two causes of presbyopia. Draw labelled diagram of a lens used for the correction of this defect of vision.

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Sample Paper 22
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. The image shows the reproductive organ in females.

Which event will likely occur in the ovaries of females after attaining puberty?
(a) Synthesis of eggs
(b) Fertilisation
(c) Growth and development of embryo
(d) Production of eggs

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2. How will you protect yourself from the heat generated while diluting a concentrated acid?
(a) By adding water to acid with constant stirring
(b) By adding acid to water with constant stirring
(c) By adding base to acid with constant stirring
(d) By adding water to acid followed by base

3. 50.0 mL of tap water was taken in a beaker. Hydrochloric acid was added drop by drop to water. The temperature
and pH of the solution was noted. The following graph was obtained. Choose the correct statements related to
this activity.

Volume of HCl added (ml).

(i) The process of dissolving an acid in water is highly endothermic.
(ii) The pH of the solution increases rapidly on addition of acid.
(iii) The pH of the solution decreases rapidly on addition of acid.
(iv) The pH of tap water was around 7.0
(a) (i) and (iii)
(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

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4. Observe the given diagram and identify the correct statements.

(i) At anode, oxygen gas is evolved.

(ii) In the test tube covering the anode, the amount of gas collected is double than that of the gas collected in
the test tube covering the cathode.
(iii) At cathode, hydrogen gas is evolved.
(iv) It is a decomposition reaction.
(a) (i), (iii) and (iv)
(b) (i), (ii) and (iii)
(c) All the statements are correct.
(d) (iii) and (iv)

5.

Identify the correct option from the given table which represents the type of reactions occurring in step 1 and
step 2.

Option Endothermic Exothermic

a. û {
b. { û
c. { {
d. û û

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6. Which one of the following structures correctly depicts the compound CaCl2?

7. Carefully study the diagram of the human respiratory system with labels (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv). Select the option
which gives correct identification and main function and/or characteristic.

(a) (i) Trachea: It is supported by bony rings for conducting inspired air.
(b) (ii) Ribs: When we breathe out, ribs are lifted.
(c) (iii) Alveoli: Thin-walled sac like structures for exchange of gases.
(d) (iv) Diaphragm: It is pulled up when we breathe in.

8. When a fuse is rated at 8 A, it means:

(a) it will burn if current exceeds 8 A
(b) it will work only if current is 8 A
(c) it has a resistance of 8Ω
(d) it will not work if current is less than 8 A

9. It is important to balance the chemical equations to satisfy the law of conservation of mass. Which of the following
statements of the law is incorrect?
(a) The number of atoms of each elements remains the same, before and after a chemical reaction.
(b) The total mass of the elements present in the reactants is equal to the total mass of the elements presents
in the products.
(c) Mass can neither be created nor can it be destroyed in a chemical reaction.
(d) The chemical composition of the reactants is the same before and after the reaction.

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10. Observe the image of a single nephron.

The amount of liquid passing through in the form of glomerular filtrate is approximately 150-180 litres per day
whereas the amount of urine flowing out of all the nephrons is only 1.5 to 1.8 litres per day.
Water is getting reabsorbed.
In which part of the nephron could the water be getting reabsorbed?
(a) In the long tubular part
(b) In the Bowman’s cup
(c) In the glomerulus
(d) In the collecting duct

11. Identify X, Y and Z respectively in the given reaction

(a) CH 2 = CH 2 , CH3COOH, CH3COOCH2CH3

(b) CH3COOH, CH 2 = CH 2 , CH3COOCH3
(c) CH3CH3, HCHO, CH3COOH
(d) HCHO, CH3CH3, CH3CH2COOH

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12. If the key in the arrangement is taken out (the circuit is made open) and magnetic field lines are drawn over the
horizontal plane ABCD, the lines are:

(a) elliptical in shape

(b) concentric circles
(c) concentric circles near the point O but of elliptical shapes as we go away from it
(d) straight lines parallel to each other

13. The two versions of a trait (character) which are brought in by the male and female gametes are situated on:
(a) two different chromosomes
(b) copies of the same chromosome
(c) any chromosome
(d) sex chromosomes

14. The given figures show movement seen in Mimosa pudica plant when it is touched.

Select the incorrect option regarding this.

(a) The movement is non-directional that occurs due to turgor changes.
(b) The movement is directional that involves growth.
(c) The movement is in response to touch and is called thigmonasty.
(d) The movement is immediate in response to stimulus.

15. The resistance of a resistor is reduced to half of its initial value. In doing so, if other parameters of the circuit
remain unchanged, the heating effects in the resistor will become:
(a) half
(b) two times
(c) four times
(d) one-fourth

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16. A student plots V-I graphs for three samples of nichrome wire with resistances R1, R2 and R3. Choose from the
following statement that holds true for this graph:

(a) R1 2 R2 2 R3
(b) R1 = R2 = R3
(c) R2 2 R1 2 R3
(d) R3 2 R2 2 R1

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): In many reptiles, sex determination rely entirely on environmental factors.
Reason (R): The temperature at which fertilised eggs are kept determines whether the animal developing in the
eggs will be a male or female.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
18. Assertion (A): A compass needle is placed near a current carrying wire. The deflection of the compass needle
decreases when the magnitude of electric current in the wire increases.
Reason (R): The magnitude of the magnetic field produced at a point increases as the current through the wire
increases.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): Hydrochloric acid helps in the digestion of food in the stomach.
Reason (R): Hydrochloric acid creates an acidic medium to activate protein digesting enzymes.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

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20. Assertion (A): 2H 2 S (g) + O 2 (g) $ 2S (s) + 2H 2 O (l) is a redox reaction.

Reason (R): In this reaction, oxidation of H2S to S and reduction of O2 to H2O takes place.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. What is a rainbow? Draw a labelled diagram to show the formation of a rainbow.


o
A beam of white light falling on a glass prism gets split up into seven colours marked 1 to 7 as shown in the
diagram.

Which two positions correspond closely to the colour of

(i) a solution of potassium permanganate
(ii) danger or stop signal lights?

22. What is haemoglobin? State the consequences of deficiency of haemoglobin in our bodies.

23. What is the difference between the organisms belonging to the first and the third trophic levels? Give one example
each of the organisms belonging to these two trophic levels.

24. Differentiate between an autotroph and a heterotroph.

25. Write the balanced chemical equations for the following reactions and identify the type of reaction in each case.
(i) Nitrogen gas is treated with hydrogen gas in the presence of a catalyst at 773K to form ammonia gas.
(ii) Ethene is burnt in the presence of oxygen to form carbon dioxide, water and releases heat and light.


o
Blue litmus solution is added to two test tubes A and B containing dilute HCl and NaOH solution respectively. In
which test tube a colour change will be observed? State the colour change and give its reason.

26. Trace the sequence of events which occur when a bright light is focused on your eyes.

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Sample Paper 23
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following phenomena occur, when a small amount of acid is added to water?
(i) Ionisation
(ii) Neutralisation
(iii) Dilution
(iv) Salt formation
(a) (i) and (iii)
(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (ii) and (iii)

2. The following reaction is used for the preparation of oxygen gas in the laboratory:
Heat
2KClO 3 (s) Catalyst
2KCl (s) + 3O 2 (g)
Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct about the reaction?
(a) It is a combination reaction.
(b) It is a decomposition reaction and endothermic in nature.
(c) It is a photochemical decomposition reaction and exothermic in nature.
(d) It is a decomposition reaction and accompanied by release of heat.

3. The most suitable material for making the core of an electromagnet is:
(a) iron
(b) steel
(c) aluminium
(d) soft iron

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4. In an attempt to demonstrate electrical conductivity through an electrolyte, the following apparatus (Figure) was
set up.

Which among the following statement(s) is (are) correct?

(i) Bulb will not glow because electrolyte is not acidic.
(ii) Bulb will glow because NaOH is a strong base and furnishes ions for conduction.
(iii) Bulb will not glow because circuit is incomplete.
(iv) Bulb will not glow because it depends upon the type of electrolytic solution.
(a) (ii) and (iv)
(b) (i) and (iii)
(c) (iv) only
(d) (ii) only

5. A student added 10 g of calcium carbonate in a rigid container, secured it tightly and started to heat it. After some
time, an increase in pressure was observed, the pressure reading was then noted at intervals of 5min and plotted
against time, in a graph as shown below. During which time interval did maximum decomposition took place?

(a) 10-15 min

(b) 15-20 min
(c) 0-5 min
(d) 5-10 min

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6. Three hydrocarbons X, Y and Z are shown below:

X : CH3CH2CH2CH2CH3;
Y : CH 3 - C / C - CH 2 CH 3 ;
Z : CH 3 CH 2 − CH = CH − CH 3
Identify the incorrect statements about these three hydrocarbons.
I. X and Y both differ by a — CH2 unit.
II. X and Z have the same boiling point.
III. All have different general formulae.
IV. Y and Z have different molecular masses.
(a) II and III
(b) I and II
(c) All the statements are incorrect.
(d) I and IV

7. Structural formula of benzene is :

8. The directional movement in plants as shown in figure is due to which plant hormone?

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(a) Abscisic acid

(b) Cytokinins
(c) Auxin
(d) Ethylene

9. When a 4V battery is connected across an unknown resistor R there is a current of 100 mA in the circuit as shown
in the figure. The value of the resistance of the resistor is:

(a) 40 Ω
(b) 4Ω
(c) 0.4 Ω
(d) 400 Ω

10. In photosynthesis, which substances are used up, which are produced and which are necessary, but remain
unchanged after the reaction?

S. No. Used up Produced Remain Unchanged

(a) Carbon dioxide Water Oxygen
(b) Chlorophyll Carbon dioxide Water
(c) Oxygen Starch Cellulose
(d) Water Oxygen Chlorophyll

11. The diagram given below shows the human excretory system. Identify the function of part labelled as X:

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(a) to produce urea

(b) to excrete urea
(c) to store urine
(d) to produce urine

12. Two individuals are as shown using geometric shapes.

Their sex chromosomes are respectively denoted by Xf Xm and Xf Y. What are the possible combinations of sex
chromosomes for their male and female offspring respectively?
(a) XmY and XmXm
(b) XfXm and XmXm
(c) XmY and XmXf
(d) XfY and XmY

13. The image shows the model of a family of dogs.

It can be observed that the offspring is similar to the parent but not identical. What is the likely reason for this?
(a) Fast multiplication of body cells
(b) Variation in the genetic material
(c) Effect of environment on the offspring
(d) Asexual mode of reproduction

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14. The image shows the Fleming’s left-hand rule.

Which option explains the rule to understand the working of motor?

(a) When a conductor is moved inside a magnetic field, current is produced in the conductor.
(b) When a current carrying conductor is moved with a force, it creates the magnetic field.
(c) When a current carrying conductor is placed in a magnetic field, it experiences a force by magnetic field.
(d) When magnetic field is moved relative to the conductor, current is produced in the conductor.

15. Calculate the current flowing through the 10Ω resistor in the following circuit.

(a) 0.6 A
(b) 1.2 A
(c) 2.0 A
(d) 0.2 A

16. Which among the following statements is incorrect for magnesium metal?
(a) It reacts with cold water to form magnesium oxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
(b) It burns in oxygen with a dazzling white flame.
(c) It reacts with steam to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
(d) It reacts with hot water to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): Amount and timing of hormones released are regulated by feedback mechanisms.
Reason (R): Hypersecretion or hyposecretion of any hormone has a harmful effect on our body.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): Domestic circuits are connected in parallel.

Reason (R): Parallel circuits have same current in every part of the circuit.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): Herbivores have longer small intestine than carnivores.
Reason (R): Carnivores can digest cellulose due to the presence of enzyme, cellulase.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

20. Assertion (A): Clove oil is an olfactory indicator. Reason (R): Smell of clove can be characterised in acidic
medium, but it cannot be recognised in basic medium.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. The diagram given below shows an object O and its image I.

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Sample Paper 24
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Magnetic field is produced by the flow of current in a straight wire. The phenomenon was discovered by:
(a) Fleming
(b) Faraday
(c) Oersted
(d) Maxwell

2. Why is it important to balance a skeletal chemical equation?

(a) To verify the law of constant proportion.
(b) To verify law of conservation of energy.
(c) To verify the law of conservation of momentum.
(d) To verify the law of conservation of mass.

3. Respiratory structures of two different animals a fish and a human being are as shown.
Observe (a) and (b) and select one characteristic that holds true for both of them.

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(a) Both have thin and moist surface for gaseous exchange.
(b) Both are placed internally in the body of animal.
(c) In both the blood returns to the heart after being oxygenated.
(d) Both are poorly supplied with blood vessels to conserve energy.

4. A cross between a tall plant (TT) and short pea plant (tt) resulted in progeny that were all tall plants because:
(a) shortness is the dominant trait.
(b) tallness is the dominant trait.
(c) height of pea plant is not governed by gene T or t.
(d) tallness is the recessive trait.

5. Marble statues are corroded or stained when they repeatedly come into contact with polluted rain water. Identify
the main reason.

(a) Polluted water is basic in nature hence it reacts with calcium carbonate.
(b) Decomposition of calcium carbonate to calcium oxide.
(c) Calcium carbonate dissolves in water to give calcium hydroxide.
(d) Polluted water is acidic in nature hence it reacts with calcium carbonate.

6. The table provides the pH value of four solutions P, Q, R and S :

Solution pH value
P 2
Q 9
R 5
S 11

Which of the following correctly represents the solutions in increasing order of their hydronium ion concentration?
(a) P>S>Q>R
(b) P>Q>R>S
(c) S<P<Q<R
(d) S<Q<R<P

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7. Which of the following is correct?

(a) 1 kWh = 36 # 106 J
(b) 1 watt hour = 3600 J
(c) Energy (in kWh)
V (volt) # l (ampere) # t (sec)
(d) Energy (in kWh) = power (in W) # time (in hr) =
1000

8. Which of the options in the given table are correct?

Option Natural Source Acid Present

(i) Orange Oxalic acid
(ii) Sour milk Lactic acid
(iii) Ant sting Methanoic acid
(iv) Tamarind Acetic acid
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) (i) and (iv)
(c) (ii) and (iii)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

9. Select from the following statement which is true for bases.

(a) Bases have a pH less than 7.
(b) Bases are bitter and turn blue litmus red.
(c) Bases turn pink when a drop of phenolphthalein is added to them.
(d) Bases are sour and change red litmus to blue.

10. A substance X, turns red Litmus blue, it will change methyl orange to :
(a) pink
(b) yellow
(c) colourless
(d) red

11. Which three allotropes of carbon, do the given figures represent?

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(I) (II) (III)

(a) Diamond Graphite Buckminster-Fullerene
(b) Graphite Buckminster-Fullerene Diamond
(c) Diamond Buckminster-Fullerene Graphite
(d) Graphite Diamond Buckminster-Fullerene

12. Involuntary actions in the body are controlled by:

(a) medulla in midbrain
(b) medulla in forebrain
(c) medulla in spinal cord
(d) medulla in hindbrain

13. Three resistances are connected as shown below.

The equivalent resistance between A and B is:

2Ω
3
(a)
3Ω
2
(b)
4Ω
3
(c)
3Ω
4
(d)

14. The figure given below shows a schematic plan of blood circulation in humans with labels (i) to (iv).
Identify the correct label with its functions.

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(a) (i) Pulmonary vein - takes impure blood from body part.
(b) (ii) Pulmonary artery - takes blood from lung to heart.
(c) (iii) Aorta - takes blood from heart to body parts.
(d) (iv) Vena cava takes - blood from body parts to right auricle.

15. The image shows the structure of a flower.

Which process will likely be disturbed or not occur, if labelled part is removed from the flower?
(a) Transport of pollen
(b) Formation of fruit
(c) Development of pollen tube
(d) Formation of pollen

16. An electron is entering a region of magnetic field as shown. Given that the magnetic field direction is into the
paper. In which direction will the deflection of the electron occur?

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(a) Out of the paper

(b) Into the paper
(c) Towards the top of the paper
(d) Towards the bottom of the paper

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): Movement of leaves of sensitive plant is different from movement of a shoot towards light.
Reason (R): Sensitive plant shows seismonastic movements which are due to turgidity of cells whereas the
movement of shoot is a tropic movement.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): A pencil partly immersed in water appears to be bent at the water surface.
Reason (R): Light from different points on the pencil immersed in water refracts and appears to
come from a point above the original position.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
19. Assertion (A): Testes are located outside the abdominal cavity in the scrotum.
Reason (R): Because sperm formation requires lower temperature than the normal body temperature.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

20. Assertion (A): Ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points.
Reason (R): A large amount of energy is required to break the strong inter-ionic attraction in ionic compounds.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. An object is placed at a distance of 15 cm from a concave lens of focal length 30 cm. List four characteristics
(nature, position, etc.) of the image formed by the lens.


o
An object of height 1.2 m is placed before a concave mirror of focal length 20 cm so that a real image is formed at
a distance of 60 cm from it. Find the position of an object. What will be the height of the image formed?

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Sample Paper 25
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which of the following statements are correct in reference to the role of A (shown in the given diagram) during a
breathing cycle in human beings?

(i) It helps to decrease the residual volume of air in lungs.

(ii) It flattens as we inhale.
(iii) It gets raised as we inhale.
(iv) It helps the chest cavity to become larger.
(a) (iii) and (iv)
(b) (ii) and (iv)
(c) (i), (ii) and (iv)
(d) (i) and (ii)

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2. The direction of magnetic field around a straight conductor carrying current can be determined by:
(a) Fleming’s right hand rule
(b) Right hand thumb rule
(c) Lenz’s law
(d) Fleming’s left hand rule

3. What is the correct direction of flow of electrical impulses?

4. Following observations are observed when calcium oxide reacts vigorously with water.

Identify the incorrect observations.

(i) It is an endothermic reaction.
(ii) Slaked lime is produced.
(iii) Quick lime is produced.
(iv) It is an exothermic reaction.
(v) It is a combination reaction.
(a) (iii) and (iv)
(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (ii), (iv) and (v)
(d) (i) and (iii)

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5. Two bulbs have the following ratings :

1. 40 W, 220 V.
2 20 W, 100 V.
The ratio of their resistance is :
(a) 2 : 1
(b) 1 : 2
(c) 1 : 3
(d) 1 : 1

6. In which of the following setups would the bulb glow?

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(a) (i) and (iv)

(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (i), (ii) and (iv)
(d) (ii), (iii) and (iv)

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7.

Which of the following two combinations are correct?

Metal Gas Evolved

(i) Copper Yes
(ii) Iron Yes
(iii) Magnesium No
(iv) Zinc Yes
(a) i and iii
(b) i and iv
(c) ii and iii
(d) ii and iv

8. If two parents have the genotypes AA # aa, the probability of having an aa genotype in the F1 generation is:
(a) 50 per cent
(b) 25 per cent
(c) None of these
(d) 75 per cent

9. Ankit observed that the stain of curry on a white shirt becomes reddish-brown when soap is scrubbed on it,.but it
turns yellow again when the shirt is washed with plenty of water. What might be the reason for his observation?
(i) Soap is acidic in nature.
(ii) Soap is basic in nature.
(iii) Turmeric is a natural indicator which gives reddish tinge in bases.
(iv) Turmeric is a natural indicator which gives reddish tinge in acids.
(a) (ii) and (iii)
(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (i) and (iv)

10. Galvanisation is a method of protecting iron from rusting by coating with a thin layer of:
(a) aluminium
(b) gallium
(c) silver
(d) zinc

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11. Which option correctly lists the changes that occur in females during puberty?
(a) reproductive organs enlarge, size of the breasts increases, thick hairs grow on the body
(b) thick hairs grow on face, cracking of voice, enlargement of reproductive organ
(c) size of the breasts increases, beginning of menstruation, thick hairs grow on the body
(d) thin hairs growth occurs on the body, size of the breasts increases, pitch of the voice increases

12. Which of the following hydrocarbons represent the isomer of Butene?

13. Observe the diagram of an activity given below. What does it help to conclude, when the person exhales into the
test-tube?

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(a) Fermentation occurs in the presence of oxygen

(b) Percentage of carbon dioxide is more in inhaled air.
(c) Fermentation occurs in the presence of carbon dioxide.
(d) Percentage of carbon dioxide is more in the exhaled air.

14. Equal volumes of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide solutions of same concentration are mixed and the pH
of the resulting solution is checked with a pH paper. What would be the colour obtained?
(a) Red
(b) Blue
(c) Orange
(d) Yellowish green

15. The magnetic field lines of solenoid are similar to the magnetic field lines of bar magnet. Which image correctly
shows the solenoid as a bar magnet?

16. The current flowing through a wire of resistance 2Ω varies with time as shown in figure below. The amount of
heat produced (in J) in 3 s would be:

(a) 18 J
(b) 2J
(c) 10 J
(d) 28 J

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): Accumulation of variation in a species increases the chances of its survival in changing environment.
Reason (R): Accumulation of heat resistance in some bacteria ensure their survival even when temperature in
environment rises too much.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): A solenoid tends to expand, when current passes through it.
Reason (R): Two straight parallel metallic wires carrying current in same direction repel each other.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): It is necessary to separate oxygenated and de-oxygenated blood in mammals and birds.
Reason (R): Mammals and birds are warm blooded animals and they depend on environment for their body
temperature regulation.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

20. Assertion (A): Decomposition of vegetable matter into compost is an endothermic reaction.
Reason (R): Decomposition reaction involves breakdown of a single reactant into simpler products.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. How can change of size of eyeball be one of the reason for:
(i) Myopia
(ii) Hypermetropia
Compare the size of eyeball with that of a normal eye in each case. How does this change of size affect the position
of image in each case?


o
State the cause of dispersion of white light by a glass prism. Draw a labelled diagram to illustrate the recombination
of the spectrum of white light. Why is it essential that the two prisms used for the purpose should be identical
and placed in an inverted position with respect to each other?

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Sample Paper 26
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Study the given figure depicting locations of several endocrine glands in a human female identify the labelled
glands and select the option with any four correct labels.

(a) p-Pituitary, t-Thyroid, u-Adrenal, w-Ovary

(b) u-pancreas, w-Ovary, p-Hypothalamus, q-Pineal
(c) q-Pituitary, t-adrenal, p-Hypothalamus, v-Pancreas
(d) s-Parathyroid, q-Pineal, v-Ovary, u-Thyroid

2. A solenoid’s magnetic field will not increase when:

(a) a soft iron core is inserted inside the solenoid
(b) the magnitude of current will increase
(c) the conductor is kept closed
(d) a soft aluminium core is inserted inside the solenoid

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3. The image shows the process of vegetative propagation in a plant.

The shoot of the parent plant is pushed below the soil that results in growth of a new plant. What is the advantage
of this process?
(a) This helps grow plants without adding extra manure
(b) This result in plant of different flowers
(c) This allows growth of plants with new genetic composition
(d) This eliminates the need of producing plant using seeds

4. The graph given below depicts a neutralisation reaction (acid + alkali $ salt + water). The pH of a solution
changes as we add excess of acid to an alkali.

Volume of acid added

Which letter denotes the area of the graph where both acid and salt are present?
(a) B
(b) A
(c) D
(d) C

5. C 6 H 12 O 6 (aq) + 6O 2 (aq) $ 6CO 2 (aq) + 6H 2 O (l)

The above reaction is a/an:
(a) endothermic reaction
(b) displacement reaction
(c) neutralisation reaction
(d) exothermic reaction

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6. A student learns that magnetic field strength around a bar magnet is different at every point. Which diagram
shows the correct magnetic field lines around a bar magnet?

Correct Answer

7. Which of the given options correctly represents the parent acid and base of calcium carbonate?

Option Parent acid Parent base

(a) HCl NaOH
(b) H2CO3 Ca(OH)2
(c) H3PO3 CaSO4
(d) H2SO4 CaSO4

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8. The temperature of a conductor is increased. The graph best showing the variation of its resistance is:

9. The diagram shows the reaction between metal and dil. hydrochloric acid.

What is the reason for different behaviour of Mg in test tube B?

(a) Mg reacts with dil. HCl to produce H2 gas which helps in floating
(b) Mg is lighter element than dil. HCl
(c) Mg reacts with dil. HCl to produce CO2 gas which helps in floating
(d) Mg reacts with di. HCl to produce N2 gas which helps in floating

10. During the preparation of hydrogen chloride gas on a humid day, the gas is usually passed through the guard tube
containing calcium chloride. The role of calcium chloride taken in the guard tube is to:
(a) moisten the gas
(b) absorb the evolved gas
(c) absorb Cl- ion from the evolved gas
(d) absorb moisture from the gas

11. A plant is kept in the dark for two days. A leaf is used in an experiment to investigate the effect of two factors on
photosynthesis as shown in the diagram.

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What are the colours of Q and R, when the leaf is tested for starch, using iodine solution?

S. No. Q R
(a) Blue/black Brown
(b) Brown Brown
(c) Blue/black Blue/black
(d) Brown Blue/black

12. Refer to the given figure showing a cross between a tall and a short variety of a plant species.

What could be genotype of X, Y and Z in the given figure?

X Y Z
(a) TT tt Tt
(b) Tt Tt Tt
(c) Tt Tt TT
(d) TT tt TT

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13. A diagram is given below:

The statement which defines the diagram and its parts is:
(a) This is an ideal setting of micelle formation with A = hydrophobic end. B = hydrophilic end and C = oil
droplet.
(b) This is an ideal setting of micelle formation with A = Hydrophilic end, B = oil droplet and C = Hydrophobic
end.
(c) This is an ideal setting of micelle formation with A = oil droplet, B = hydrophobic end and C = hydrophilic
end.
(d) This is an ideal setting of micelle formation with A = oil droplet, B = hydrophilic end and C = hydrophobic
end.

14. The resistance of a wire of length 300 m and cross-sectional area 1.0 mm2, made of material of resistivity
1.0 # 10−7 Ωm is:
(a) 3 Ω
(b) 2 Ω
(c) 30 Ω
(d) 20 Ω

15. The diagram shows a vertical section through the heart.

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What are the functions of the numbered blood vessels?

S. No. Carries blood to body Carries blood to lungs Carries blood from lungs Carries blood from body
(a) 1 2 3 4
(b) 1 3 4 2
(c) 2 4 3 1
(d) 3 1 4 2

16. In the reaction of iron with copper sulphate solution:

CuSO 4 + Fe $ Cu + FeSO 4
Which option in the given table correctly represents the substance oxidised and the reducing agent?

Option Substance oxidised Reducing agent

(a) Fe Fe
(b) Fe FeSO4
(c) Cu Fe
(d) CuSO4 Fe

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): Cerebellum controls the coordination of body movement and posture.
Reason (R): Medulla oblongata controls and regulates the centre for coughing, sneezing and vomiting.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): At high temperatures, metal wires have a greater chance of short circuiting.
Reason (R): Both resistance and resistivity of a material vary with temperature.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): The transfer of pollen grains from the anther of a stamen to the stigma of a carpel is called
pollination.
Reason (R): Pollination is done by insects, birds, wind and water.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

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20. Assertion (A): Quicklime reacts vigorously with water releasing a large amount of heat.
Reason (R): A solution of quicklime is used for whitewashing walls.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. A person is unable to see distinctly the objects closer than 1m. Name the defect of vision he is suffering from. Draw
ray diagrams to illustrate the cause of the defect and its correction by suitable lens.


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Explain why the planets do not twinkle?

22. What is biological magnification? Will the levels of this magnification be different at different Levels of the
ecosystem?

23. Name the parts A, B, C and D of human brain.

24. How is the amount of urine produced regulated?

25. Identify the reducing agent in the following reactions:

(i) H 2 O + F2 $ HF + HOF
(ii) Fe 2 O 3 + 3CO $ 2Fe + 3CO 2


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Which among the following changes are exothermic or endothermic in nature?
(i) Decomposition of ferrous sulphate.
(ii) Dilution of sulphuric acid.
(iii) Dissolution of sodium hydroxide in water.
(iv) Dissolution of ammonium chloride in water.

26. Write two different ways in which glucose is oxidised to provide energy in human body. Write the products formed
in each case.

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Sample Paper 27
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. The diagram shows the human gut. Which numbered structures secrete digestive enzymes?

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(b) 2, 3, 5, and 6
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 6
(d) 2, 3, 4 and 5

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2. Which of the following relation is correct?

(a) 2l1 = l2 = 3l3

(b) 3l1 = 2l2 = l3
(c) l1 = 2l1 = 3l3
(d) l1 = 4l2 = 3l3

3. Four metals P , Q , R and S are tested with water, steam and dilute hydrochloric acid. The table given below
shows the results of the experiment.

Metals Reaction with water Reaction with steam Reaction with dil. HCl
P # { {
Q # # {
R { { {
S # # #
Between which two metals should hydrogen be placed in the series?
(a) P and R
(b) P and Q
(c) R and S
(d) Q and S

4. The figure given below represents the experiment carried out between conc. sulphuric acid and sodium chloride,
which react with each other to form HCl gas.

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Blue litmus paper is brought near the mouth of the Delivery tube to check the presence of HCl acid but no change
is observed in the colour of litmus paper because:
(a) The litmus paper used is moist.
(b) The litmus paper used is dry.
(c) The litmus paper is kept very dose to the mouth of the delivery tube.
(d) Blue litmus paper does not change its colour with an acid.

5. In one of the industrial processes used for manufacture of sodium hydroxide, a gas X is formed as by-product.
The gas reacts with lime water to give a compound Y which is used as a bleaching agent in chemical industry.
The compound X and Y could be:
(a) CO 2 and CaOCl 2 respectively
(b) H 2 and NaHCO 3 respectively
(c) Cl 2 and NaHCO 3 respectively
(d) Cl 2 and CaOCl 2 respectively

6. The maximum resistance which can be made using four resistors each of resistance (1/2) Ω is:
(a) 1Ω
(b) 2Ω
(c) 8Ω
(d) 2.5 Ω

7. Which of the following is the correct representation of electron dot structure of nitrogen?

8. Which of the following measures can be adopted to prevent or slow down rancidity?
(i) Food materials should be packed in air tight container.
(ii) Food should be refrigerated.
(iii) Food materials and cooked food should be kept away from direct sunlight.
(a) I and III
(b) II and III
(c) II and ID
(d) I, II and III

9. Match the terms of Column (I) with those of Column (II).

Column(I) Column(II)
(A) Olfactory receptors (i) Tongue
(B) Thermoreceptors (temperature receptors) (ii) Eye
(C) Gustatoreceptors (iii) Nose
(D) Photoreceptors (iv) Skin
(a) (A)-(iii), (B)-(iv), (C)-(i), (D)-(ii)
(b) (A)-(ii), (B)-(i), (C)-(iv), (D)-(iii)
(c) (A)-(ii), (B)-(iv), (C)-(i), (D)-(iii)
(d) (A)-(iii), (B)-(ii), (C)-(iv), (D)-(i)

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10. Iron nail dipped in copper sulphate solution for about half an hour

Which of the following is the correct observation of the reaction shown in the above set up?
(a) Blue colour of copper sulphate solution is obtained
(b) Copper displaces iron
(c) Reaction is exothermic
(d) No reaction takes place

11. If a round, green seeded pea plant (RRyy) is crossed with wrinkled, yellow seeded pea plant (rrYY), the seeds
produced in F1 , generation are:
(a) wrinkled and yellow
(b) wrinkled and green
(c) round and yellow
(d) round and green

12. Select the incorrect option.

Indicator Colour in acidic medium Colour in Basic medium

A. Litmus (purple) Red Blue
B. Flower of hydrangea plant (Blue) Blue Pink
C. Red cabbage juice (Purple) Red or Pink Green
D. Turmeric Juice (Yellow) Colourless Yellow
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D

13. At the centre of a bar magnet, the magnetism is:

(a) minimum
(b) maximum
(c) same as at the poles
(d) zero

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14. The image shows the magnetic field lines around a straight current carrying conductor.

If the direction of the current in the straight wire is changed, what change in the magnetic field line will be
observed?

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

15. The figure given below represents a single nephron from a mammalian kidney. Identify the labelled parts by
selecting the most appropriate option.

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A B C
(a) Renal artery Collecting duct Bowman’s capsule
(b) Glomerulus Bowman’s capsule Collecting duct
(c) Bowman’s capsule Glomerulus Collecting duct
(d) Collecting duct Glomerulus Bowman’s capsule

16. The image shows a surgical method in females to prevent pregnancy.

Which event will be likely prevented from this method?

(a) Production of eggs
(b) Maturation of eggs
(c) Entry of sperm into the uterus
(d) Entry of eggs into the uterus

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): Monohybrid cross deals with inheritance of one pair of contrasting characters.
Reason (R): Dihybrid cross deals with inheritance of two pairs of contrasting characters.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
(d) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.

18. Assertion (A): A fuse in a circuit prevents damage to the appliances and the circuit due to overloading.
Reason (R): Overloading occurs when the live wire and the neutral wire come into direct contact.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
(d) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.

19. Assertion (A): Leaves are the main site of photosynthesis.

Reason (R): Chloroplast are present in leaves.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
(d) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.

20. Assertion (A): Following are the members of a homologous series:

CH 3 OH , CH 3 CH 2 OH ,CH 3 CH 2 CH 2 OH
Reason (R): A series of compounds with same functional group, but differing by —CH 2 — unit is called a
homologous series.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
(d) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Define the term power of accommodation. Write the modification in the curvature of the eye lens which enables
us to see the nearby objects clearly?


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A glass prism is able to produce a spectrum when white Light passes through it but a rectangular block of same
transparent glass does not produce any spectrum. Why?

22. Two green plants are kept separately in oxygen free containers, one in the dark and the other in continuous light.
Which one will live longer? Give reasons.

23. What are the problems caused by the non-biodegradable wastes that we generate?

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Sample Paper 28
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. In each test tubes A, B , C and D , 2 ml of solution of Al 2 (SO 4) 3 in water was filled. Clean pieces of zinc was
placed in test tube A, clean iron nail was put in test tube B , silver (Ag) was placed in test tube C and a clean
copper wire was placed in test tube D .

Which of the following option(s) is/are correct about above experiment?

(a) Copper is more reactive than aluminium.
(b) Zinc is more reactive than aluminium.
(c) Zinc, iron, silver and copper are less reactive than aluminium.
(d) Zinc is more reactive than copper.

2. A light bar magnet is suspended near a current-carrying wire as shown below. What will happen to the light bar
magnet?

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(a) It will rotate anti-clockwise.

(b) It will rotate clockwise.
(c) It will move to the left.
(d) It will move to the right.

3. Nastic movements are non-directional responses to the stimuli. These movements are independent of the direction
of the stimulus. On the other hand, growth movements which occur in the direction of the stimulus are called
tropic movements.
Which of the following movements is a nastic movement?
(a) Closing up of leaves of a sensitive plant on being touched with an object.
(b) Bending of shoot of a plant in response to light
(c) Movement of root of a plant towards a source of water.
(d) Climbing up of a plant on an object by using tendrils.

4. The diagram shows part of the human respiratory system.

What are W , X , Y and Z ?

S.No. Bronchus Bronchiole Larynx Rings of cartilage

a. W X Z Y
b. X Z Y W
c. Y W X Z
d. Z Y W X

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5. The diagram shows the arrangement of cells inside the leaf of a green plant. (No cell contents are shown). Which
cells normally contain chloroplasts?

(a) 1 and 4
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 4
(d) 2 and 3

6. The table shows the changes that occur in girls during puberty.

(i) Increases in the size of the breasts.

(ii) Beginning of menstruation.
(iii) Darkening of skin around the nipples.
What is the likely significance of these changes?
(a) Sexual maturation
(b) Aging of the body
(c) Abnormal division of the cells
(d) Production of germ cells

7. Clean small pieces of magnesium, zinc, aluminium, iron and copper by rubbing them with a piece of sand paper.
Take them in separate test tubes. Add about 10 ml of dilute hydrochloric acid to each of them.

Identify the correct statement(s).

(i) The rate of evolution of hydrogen gas bubbles is not same in all the test tubes.
(ii) The rate of formation of bubbles is the fastest in the case of magnesium.
(iii) The reactivity decreases in the order:
Mg 2 Zn 2 Al 2 Fe 2 Cu


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(iv) In the case of copper, no bubbles are seen and the temperature also remains unchanged. This shows that
copper does not react with dilute HCl.
(a) (iii) and (iv)
(b) (ii) and (iv)
(c) (i), (ii) and (iv)
(d) Only (iii)

8. Which of the following statements about the given reaction are correct?
3Fe (s) + 4H 2 O (g) $ Fe 3 O 4 (s) + 4H 2 (g)
(i) Iron metal is getting oxidised
(ii) Water is getting reduced
(iii) Water is acting as reducing agent
(iv) Water is acting as oxidising agent
(a) (iii) and (iv)
(b) (i),(ii) and (iv)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (i),(ii) and (iii)

9. Four students (A), (B), (C) and (D) separately measured the pH values of each one of the given samples of distilled
water, oxalic acid, dilute hydrochloric acid and a solution of sodium hydroxide using pH papers.

Student Distilled water Oxalic acid Dil. Hydrochloric Sodium Hydroxide

A. 7 1 1 1
B. 7 3 1 1
C. 7 1 1 13
D. 7 3 1 13
Which one of the following represents correct pH value?
(a) B
(b) A
(c) D
(d) C

10. The table shows the formulae of three organic compounds that belong to the same homologous series.

First member of the homologous series CH 3 - O - CH 3

Second member of the homologous series CH 3 CH 2 - O - CH 3
Third member of the homologous series CH 3 CH 2 CH 2 - O - CH 3
What is the general formula of this series?
(a) C n H 2n + 2 O
(b) C n H 2n O
(c) C n H 2n + 2 OH
(d) C n H 2n + 2 OH

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11. An acid (A) with sodium hydrogen carbonate is used in making the cakes fluffy and spongy. It is due to the release
of gas (B) in the reaction. Here,(A) and (B) are:
(a) (A) : Tartaric acid, (B), O2
(b) (A) : Oxalic acid, (B), CO2
(c) (A) : Tartaric acid, (B). CO2
(d) (A) : Succinic acid, (B). H2

12.

The above lens has a focal length of 10 cm. The object of height 2 mm is placed at a distance of 5 cm from the
pole. Find the height of the image.
(a) 6.67 mm
(b) 4 cm
(c) 3.33 mm
(d) 4 mm

13. Rahul is a skilled painter. He mixed a white coloured powder, compound X with water. The compound X reacted
vigorously with water to produce a compound Y and a large amount of heat. Then, Rahul used the compound Y
for white washing the walls.

Name the compound Y that Rahul got after mixing X with water.
(a) Calcium oxide
(b) Calcium
(c) Calcium hydroxide
(d) Calcium carbonate

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14. Identify P , Q R and S in the case of normal human from given flow chart and select the correct option.

P Q R S
a. XX XY XY XX
b. XY XX XX XY
c. XX XY XX XY
d. XY XX XY XX

15. Figure (A), (B), (C) and (D) respectively correspond to

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(a) the short-sighted eye, the correction of long sightedness, the long-sighted eye and the correction of short-
sightedness
(b) the short-sighted eye, the correction of short sightedness, . the long-sighted eye and the correction of long-
sightedness
(c) the long-sighted eye, the correction of short-sightedness, the short-sighted eye and the correction of long-
sightedness
(d) None of the above

16.

For the diagram shown, according to the new Cartesian sign convention the magnification of the image formed
will have the following specifications:
(a) Sign — Positive, Value — More than 1
(b) Sign — Positive, Value — Less than 1
(c) Sign — Negative, Value — More than 1
(d) Sign — Negative, Value — Less than 1

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): Mendel selected pea plants for this experiments.
Reason (R): Pea plant is self pollinating with short life cycle and bears visible contrasting characters.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): When the length of a wire is doubled, then its resistance also gets doubled.
Reason (R): The resistance of a wire is directly proportional to its length.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): Transpiration is a necessary evil.

Reason (R): It causes water loss but helps in absorption and upward movement of water and minerals.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

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20. Assertion (A): Following are the structural isomers of butane.

Reason (R): Structural isomers have the same molecular formula, but they differ in their structures.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. For the same angle of incidence in media A, B and C, the angles of refraction are 20°, 30° and 40° respectively. In
which medium will the velocity of light be maximum? Give reason in support of your answer.


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Why is the colour of the clear sky blue?

22. (i) What is meant by garbage? List two classes into which garbage is classified.
(ii) What do we actually mean when we say that the “enzymes are specific in their action”?

23. What are the strategies of plants to get rid of their wastes?

24. What is the advantage of having four chambered heart?

25. A student performs the following four experiments.

Based on the above experiments:

(i) In which test tube(s) no reaction occurred? Give reason.
(ii) Arrange the given metal samples in the increasing order of reactivity.

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Sample Paper 29
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which organism reproduces by the method shown in the given figure?

(a) Amoeba
(b) Plasmodium
(c) Paramecium
(d) Leishmania

2. Dramatic changes of body features associated with puberty are mainly because of secretion of :
(a) oestrogen from adrenal gland and testosterone from pituitary gland.
(b) oestrogen from testes and testosterone from ovary.
(c) testosterone from thyroid gland and oestrogen from pituitary gland.
(d) testosterone from testes and oestrogen from ovary.

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3. The table shown below gives information about four substances: A, B , C and D .

Substance Melting point (k) Electrical Conductivity

Solid Liquid/Aqueous
A. 295 Good Good
B. 1210 Good Good
C. 1890 Good Good
D. 1160 Good Poor
Identify Ionic compounds from the above given substances.
(a) B and C
(b) A and B
(c) A, C and D
(d) A, B and D

4. A student arranges an electric circuit as shown in figure :

He gently puts the compass needle near the thick copper wire XY . He observes that compass needle shows
deflection as soon as key (K) is inserted What does this depict?
(a) The compass needle is faulty.
(b) There is a magnetic field around the conductor XY
(c) Connections in the circuit are not proper.
(d) Heating effect of current causes deflection in compass needle.

5. In the following circuits, heat produced in the resistor or combination of resistors connected to a 12 V battery
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(a) minimum in case (i)

(b) same in all the cases
(c) maximum in case (iii)
(d) maximum in case (ii)

6. If an electron is travelling horizontally towards east, a magnetic field in vertically downward direction exerts a
force on the electron along:
(a) west
(b) east
(c) south
(d) north

7. Carefully study the diagram of human excretory system with labels A, B and C .
Select the option which gives correct function of B.

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(a) carry urine from kidney to urinary bladder

(b) contain urine till is released out
(c) passage through which urine is excreted out of the body.
(d) guard the urethra

8. Identify gas A in the following experiment.

(a) Hydrogen
(b) Nitrogen
(c) Carbon dioxide
(d) Oxygen

9. Which of the following I-V graph represents for ohmic conductors ?

10. Identify the correct representation of reaction occurring during chlor-alkali process:
(a) 2NaCl (aq) + 2H 2 O (aq) $ 2NaOH (aq) + Cl 2 (g) + H 2 (g)
(b) 2NaCl (l) + 2H 2 O (l) $ 2NaOH (l) + Cl 2 (g) + H 2 (g)
(c) 2NaCl (aq) + H 2 O (l) $ 2NaOH (aq) + Cl 2 9 (g) + H 2 (g)
(d) 2NaCl (aq) + 2H 2 O (l) $ 2NaOH (aq) + Cl 2 (aq) + H 2 (aq)

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11. Which of the following correctly represents a balanced chemical equation?

(a) 3Fe (s) + 4H 2 O (g) $ Fe 3 O 4 (s) + 4H 2 O (g)
(b) Fe (s) + 4H 2 O (g) $ Fe 3 O 4 (s) + 4H 2 O (g)
(c) 3Fe (s) + 4H 2 O (g) $ Fe 3 O 4 (s) + H 2 (g)
(d) 3Fe (s) + H 2 O (g) $ Fe 3 O 4 (s) + H 2 (g)

12. In the reaction of iron with copper sulphate solution:

CuSO 4 + Fe $ Cu + FeSO 4
Which option in the given table correctly represents the substance oxidised and the reducing agent?

Option Substance oxidised Reducing agent

a. Fe Fe
b. Fe FeSO 4
c Cu Fe
d. CuSO 4 Fe

13. In human males, all the chromosomes are paired perfectly except one. This/these unpaired Chromosome is/are:
(i) large chromosome
(ii) small chromosome
(iii) Y-chromosome
(iv) X-chromosome
(a) Only (iii)
(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (iii) and (iv)

14. The diagram shows the electrolysis of water.

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A few drops of H 2 SO 4 are added to pure water because :

(a) pure water is a bad conductor of electricity
(b) it does not conduct electricity
(c) Both b . and c
(d) it makes the reaction faster

15. C 4+ does not exist but Pb 4+ exists although both belong to the same group. This is because:
(i) size of carbon is much smaller than Pb.
(ii) large amount of energy is needed in case of carbon.
(iii) of inert pair effect.
(iv) nucleus cannot hold such a large number of electrons.
The correct statement(s) is/are:
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) Only (i)
(c) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(d) Only (iii)

16. Observe the diagram of Human digestive system.

Match the labelling referred in column I and correlate with the function in column II.

Column I Column II
(i) (A) The length of this depends on food the organism eats.
(ii) (B) Initial phase of starch digestion.
(iii) (C) Increases the efficiency of lipase enzyme action.
(iv) (D) This is the site of the complete digestion of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
(a) (i)-(A), (ii)-(B), (iii)-(C), (iv)-(D)
(b) (i)-(B), (ii)-(C), (iii)-(D), (iv)-(A)
(c) (i)-(B), (ii)-(D), (iii)-(C), (iv)-(A)
(d) (i)-(D), (ii)-(A), (iv)-(B), (IV)-(C)

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Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): The uterine line in human females becomes thick and spongy every month.
Reason (R): The lining breaks and comes out through the vagina as blood and mucus if fertilisation does not
occur.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is fake.
(d) Assertion (A) is fake but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): Two resistance having value R each. Their equivalent resistances is = R
2
Reason (R): Given resistance is connected in parallel.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is fake.
(d) Assertion (A) is fake but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): Excretion is the biological process by which harmful wastes are removed from an organism’s body.
Reason (R): The mode of excretion is same in both unicellular and multicellular organisms.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is fake.
(d) Assertion (A) is fake but Reason (R) is true.

20. Assertion (A): White silver chloride turns grey in sunlight.

Reason (R): Decomposition of silver chloride in presence of sunlight takes place to form silver metal and chlorine
gas.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is fake.
(d) Assertion (A) is fake but Reason (R) is true.

SECTION-B

Question no. 21 to 26 are very short answer questions.

21. Why is Tyndall effect shown by colloidal particles? State four instances of observing the Tyndall effect.


o
(i) Why is red used as the stopping light at traffic signals?
(ii) Two triangular glass prisms are kept together connected through their rectangular side. A light beam is
passed through one side of the combination. Will there be any dispersion? Justify your answer.

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Sample Paper 30
Class X 2022-23
Science (086)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. A student is expected
to attempt only one of these questions.
3. Section A consists of 20 Objective Type questions carrying 1 mark each.
4. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
5. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should
in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should
be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION-A

Select and write one most appropriate option out of the four options given for each of the questions 1 – 20.

1. Which among the following is/are double displacement reaction(s)?

(i) Pb + Cucl 2 $ Pbcl 2 + Cu
(ii) Na 2 SO 4 + BaCl 2 $ BaSO 4 + 2NaCl
(iii) C + O 2 $ CO 2
(iv) CH 4 + 2O 2 $ CO 2 + 2H 2 O
(a) Only (ii)
(b) (i) and (iv)
(c) (iii) and (iv)
(d) (i) and (ii)

2.

Examine the above figure and state which of the following option is correct? (one small box in the figure is equal
to 1 cm).
(a) The mirror has a focal length of -3 cm and will produce an image of magnification -1.
(b) The mirror has a focal length of -6 cm and will produce an image of magnification +1.
(c) The mirror has a focal length of -6 cm and will produce an image of magnification -1.
(d) The mirror has a focal length of -3 cm and will produce an image of magnification +1.

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3. The image shows a bud developing on a Hydra.

How does the bud develop in the Hydra?

(a) Bud develops due to repetitive cell division at a specific site
(b) Bud develops due to separation of body parts of Hydra
(c) Bud develops due to attachment of another Hydra at a specific site
(d) Bud develops due to change in the environmental conditions

4. Different organs of human eye are labelled as A to F .

The Structure of Human Eye

When light rays enter the eye, most of the refraction occurs at the:
(a) part B
(b) part D
(c) part E
(d) outer surface of part F

5. The given figure represents a single nephron from a mammalian kidney. Identify the labelled parts, match them
with the options (I-IV) and select the correct answer.
(i) The site of Ultrafiltration
(ii) Collect the urine an make it more concentrated
(iii) The main site of reabsorption of glucose an amino acids.
(iv) Largely responsible for the maintenance of blood pH
(a) (i)-A, (ii)-B, (iii)-C, (iv)-D
(b) (i)-A, (ii)-E, (iii)-C, (iv)-D
(c) (i)-E, (ii)-E, (iii)-D, (iv)-A
(d) (i)-B, (ii)-A, (iii)-C, (iv)-E

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6. The table given below shows the reaction of a few elements with acids and bases to evolve Hydrogen gas.

Element Acid Base

A. # #
B. { {
C. { #
D. { {
Which of these elements form amphoteric oxides ?
(a) B and D
(b) A and D
(c) C and D
(d) A and C

7.

The angle of incidence from air to glass at the point O on the hemispherical glass slab is :
(a) 0c
(b) 45c
(c) 180c
(d) 90c

8. What happens when a solution of an acid is mixed with a solution of a base in a test tube?
(i) The temperature of the solution increases.
(ii) The temperature of the solution decreases.
(iii) The temperature of the solution remains the same.
(iv) Salt formation takes place.
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) Only (i)
(c) (i) and (iv)
(d) (ii) and (iii)

9. A student obtains a blurred image of a distant object on a screen using a convex lens. To obtain a distinct image
on the screen, he should move the lens:
(a) towards the screen.
(b) away from the screen
(c) either towards or away from the screen depending upon the position of the object.
(d) to a position very far away from the screen.

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10. The molecular formulae of three organic compounds are shown below. Choose the correct option.

Organic Compound Molecular Compound

P C3H8
Q C 5 H 10
R C4H6
Identify the incorrect statement about these three hydrocarbons.
(a) P , Q both differ by -CH 2 unit.
(b) ALL have different general formula.
(c) Q is an alkene.
(d) P is an alkane.

11. pH of different solutions are given in the table below:

Solution pH
P 2.2-2.4
Q 13.8-14.0
R 6.5-7.5
S 8.0-9.0
Arrange these solutions in the increasing order of H+ ion concentration.
(a) S 1 R 1 Q 1 P
(b) P 1 R 1 S 1 Q
(c) R1S1Q1P
(d) Q 1 S 1 R 1 P

12. Which of the following is the correct electronic arrangement of sodium oxide?

Correct Answer

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13. Select the correct statement regarding p , q , r and s .

(a) q represents pulmonary artery that carries oxygenated blood from lungs to heart.
(b) p represents pulmonary veins that carries deoxygenated blood from heart to lungs
(c) Exchange of gases takes place in r and oxygenated blood is carried back through aorta.
(d) Exchange of gases and substances takes place in s and deoxygenated blood is then carried back to the lungs
through vena cava.

14. Which of the following statements are true about the endocrine glands?
(i) They are ductless glands
(ii) They release their hormones into a duct
(iii) They produce chemical messengers called hormones
(iv) They release their hormones directly into the bloodstream
(a) (i), (iii) and (iv)
(b) (i) and (iii)
(c) (i) and (iv)
(d) (i), (ii) and (iii)

15. Two pea plants one with round green seeds (RRyy) and another with wrinkled yellow (rrYY) seeds produce
F1 progeny that have round, yellow (RrYy) seeds. When F1 plants are selfed, the F2 progeny will have new
combination of characters. Choose the new combination from the following:
(i) Round, yellow
(ii) Round, green
(iii) Wrinkled, yellow
(iv) Wrinkled, green
(a) (i) and (iv)
(b) (i) and (ii)
(c) (i) and (iii)
(d) (ii) and (iii)

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16. Quick lime combines vigorously with water to form (A) which reacts slowly with the carbon dioxide in air to form
(B).Identify the compounds (A) and (B).

(A) (B)
a. Calcium carbonate Calcium hydroxide
b. Calcium hydroxide Calcium carbonate
c. Calcium Calcium bicarbonate
d. Calcium bicarbonate Calcium

Question no. 17 to 20 are Assertion-Reasoning based questions.

17. Assertion (A): The planets twinkle while the stars do not.
Reason (R): The planets are much closer to the earth than the stars.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

18. Assertion (A): In human beings, the sex of the individual is largely genetically determined.
Reason (R): In snails, sex is not genetically determined.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

19. Assertion (A): Amoeba always produces two daughter amoebae while Plasmodium divides into many daughter
cells.
Reason (R): Amoeba undergoes binary fission while Plasmodium undergoes multiple fission.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

20. Assertion (A): Burning of natural gas is an endothermic process.

Reason (R): Methane gas combines with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

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