DP MODERN PUBLIC SCHOOL

CLASS – 12TH

SUBJECT – BIOLOGY (2025-26)

ASSIGNMENT QUESTIONS

HOLIDAY HOME WORK

Solve the given assignments in separte notebook

Assignment 1

SEXUAL REPRODUCTION IN FLOWERING PLANTS

Q.1 Write briefly the role of pollination in the growth and development in an angiosperm.

Q.2 Describe the structure of a typical/polygonum type embryo sac found in flowering
plants. Why is it called monosporic?

Q.3 Why is the process of fertilization in a flowering plant referred to as double fertilization?

Q.4 What is the process of fertilization in flowering plant referred to as double fertilization?

Q.5 The flower of Brinajal is referred to as chasmoganous while that of Bean is

cleistogamous. How are they different from

each other.

Q.6 Coconut Palm is monoecious while Date Palm is dioecious. Why are they called so?

Q.7 Banana is a parthenocarpic fruit whereas oranges show polyembryony. How are they
different from each other with respect each to seeds ?

Q.8 Name the cell from which the endosperm of Coconut develops. Give the characteristic
features of endosperm of

Coconut.

Q.9 Draw a vertical section of a Maize grain and label.

 (i) Pericarp (ii) scutellum (iii) coleoptile (iv) radicle

Q.10 Fertilization is essential for production of seeds

(i) Give one example of an angiosperm that produces seed without fertilization.
Name the process.

(ii) Explain two ways by which seeds develop without fertilization.

Q.11 Explain any two devices by which autogamy is prevented in flowering plants.

Q.12 Mention the reasons for difference in ploidy of zygote and primary endosperm
nucleus in an angiosperm.

Q.13 How does the floral pattern of Mediterranean orchid, Ophrys, guarantee cross
pollination ?

Q.14 Draw a longitudnal section of a post pollinated pistil to who entry of pollen tube into
mature embryo sac. Label

Filiform apparatus, chalazal end, hilum, antipodals, male gametes and secondary nucleus.

Q.15 Where does triple fusion take place in a flowering plant. Why is it so called ? Mention
its significance.
Q.16 If you squeeze a seed of orange, you might observe many embryos of different sizes.
How is it possible ? Explain.

Q.17 (a) Mention any four strategies adopted by flowering plants to prevent self pollination.

(b) Why is geitonogamy also referred to geneticalautogamy ?

Q.18 Explain giving two reasons why pollen grains can be best measured as fossils.

Q.19 How many haploid cells are present in a mature female gametophyte of a flowering
plant. Name them.

Q.20 Differentiate between albuminous and non-albuminous seeds, giving one example
each.

Q.21 Draw a diagram of a male gametophyte of an angiosperm. Label any four parts . Why
is sporollenin considered the

Most resistant organic material ?

Q.22 Differentiate between geitonogamy and xenogamy in plants. Which one between the
two will lead to inbreeding

Depression and why ?

Q.23 Where is sporollenin present inplants ?state its significance with reference to its
chemical nature.
Q.24 State one advantage and one disadvantage of cleistogamy.

Q.25 Explain the function each of a) Coleorhiza (b) Germ pores .

Q.26 How does the study of different parts of a flower help in identifying wind as its
pollinating agent ?

Q.27 Write the cellular contents carried by the pollen tube. How does the pollen tube gain
entry into the embryo sac ?

Q.28 Name the product of fertilization that forms the kernel of coconut. How does the
Kernel differ from coconut water ?

Q.29 (a) Mention the similarity between autogamy and geitonogamy.

(b) How does geitonogamy differ from xenogamy ?

Q.30 Differentiate perisperm and endosperm giving one example of each.

Assignment: 2

Chapter 2 – Human Reproduction (50 Questions)

Section A: Very Short Answer Questions (1 mark each)

1. Name the hormone responsible for the descent of testes into the scrotum.
2. What is the function of Sertoli cells?

3. Define capacitation.

4. What is the acrosome and what does it contain?

5. Mention the role of inhibin in males.

6. What is zona pellucida?

7. Which layer of the uterus is shed during menstruation?

8. Name the cells that secrete testosterone.

9. Define ovulation.

10. Mention the site of fertilization in humans.

Section B: Short Answer Type I (2 marks each)

11. State any two differences between spermatogenesis and oogenesis.

12. What is the role of FSH in the male reproductive system?

13. Describe the structure and function of the epididymis.

14. How is polyspermy prevented in humans?

15. Explain the role of seminal plasma.

16. Name the phases of the menstrual cycle and state the hormonal regulation
involved.
 17. What is the importance of the corpus luteum?

18. Why is cleavage in the human zygote called holoblastic?

19. Write two major functions of the placenta.

20. Distinguish between morula and blastocyst.

Section C: Short Answer Type II (3 marks each)

21. Explain the role of hormones in parturition.

22. What changes occur in the uterus during implantation?

23. Describe the role of oxytocin during childbirth and lactation.

 24. Write a note on embryonic development till gastrulation.

25. What is the significance of the acrosomal reaction?

26. Explain the feedback mechanism of the menstrual cycle.

27. Describe the role of Leydig cells and their regulation.

28. Explain the process of fertilization in humans.

29. What is lactational amenorrhea? Mention its significance.

30. Write short notes on: a) Puberty

b) Corpus luteum

c) Colostrum
Section D: Long Answer Type (5 marks each)

30. Describe the process of spermatogenesis with a labeled diagram.

31. Explain the menstrual cycle in detail with a graph showing hormonal
changes.

32. Describe the structure of the human sperm and its adaptations for motility
and fertilization.

33. Illustrate and describe the structure of the human female reproductive
system.

34. Explain the hormonal regulation of the male reproductive system.

35. Describe the stages of embryonic development up to implantation.

36. Draw and explain the structure of the blastocyst and its significance.

37. Discuss the hormonal control of the female reproductive cycle.

 38. Describe the process of oogenesis with a neat diagram.

39. Explain the role of placenta as an endocrine organ.

Section E: Diagram-Based Questions

40. Label the parts of a longitudinal section of a human testis and write their
functions.

41. Diagrammatically represent the menstrual cycle with hormonal and uterine
changes.

42. Draw a labeled diagram of a mature sperm and write its functions.

43. Show a diagrammatic representation of the human male reproductive

system and label at least 6 parts.
44. Draw the female reproductive system and label the site of fertilization and
implantation.

45. Represent spermatogenesis diagrammatically and label all stages.

46. Show the path of sperm from testes to urethra using a labeled diagram.

47. Draw the blastocyst and label trophoblast, ICM, and blastocoel.

48. Diagram of ovary showing primary follicle to Graafian follicle stages.

49. Show hormonal regulation of the menstrual cycle using a flowcarts .