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The document outlines a Science examination for Class X, consisting of multiple parts with varying question types and marks distribution. Part I includes 12 multiple-choice questions, Part II requires answers to 7 questions with one compulsory, and Part III involves 7 questions with one compulsory, focusing on topics like biogas, genetics, and health. Part IV consists of 3 detailed questions, emphasizing explanations and diagrams related to DNA and natural selection.

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Sch6 2ndhalf 10th Bio

The document outlines a Science examination for Class X, consisting of multiple parts with varying question types and marks distribution. Part I includes 12 multiple-choice questions, Part II requires answers to 7 questions with one compulsory, and Part III involves 7 questions with one compulsory, focusing on topics like biogas, genetics, and health. Part IV consists of 3 detailed questions, emphasizing explanations and diagrams related to DNA and natural selection.

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SCIENCE

Class : X
Time allowed: 15 mins + 3 hrs
Marks: 75
Part – I
Note: (i) Answer all the 12 questions. 12 ×
1 = 12
(ii) Choose the most suitable answer from the given four alternative and write
the option code with the corresponding answer.
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7. Which of the following statement is wrong with respect to wind energy?
a) Wind energy is a renewable energy
b) The blades of wind mill are operated with the help of electric motor
c) Production of wind energy is pollution free
d) Usage of wind energy can reduce the consumption of fossil fuels.
8. Tobacco consumption is known to stimulate secretion of
a) nicotine b) tannic acid c) curcumin d) adrenaline
9. 9: 3: 3: 1 ratio is due to
a) crossing over c) recessiveness
b) segregation d) independent assortment
10. __________ is a new breed of sheep developed in Punjab by crossing Bikaneri (Magra)
ewes and Australian Marino rams.
a) Rambouillet b) Lohi c) Merino d) Hissardale
11. All files are stored in the
a) folder b) box c) paint d) scanner
12. The term Ethnobotany was coined by
a) Khorana c) Ronald Ross
b) J W Harshberger d) de Vries
Part – II
Note: Answer any 7 questions. Question No. 22 is compulsory.
7 × 2 = 14
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17. What are the advantages of using biogas?
18. Write a short note on editor and its types.
19. What precautions can be taken for preventing heart diseases?
20. The degenerated wing of a kiwi is an acquired character. Why is it an acquired character?
21. What do you understand by the term mutation?
22.
Part – III
Note: Answer any 7 questions. Question No. 32 is compulsory.
7×4=
28
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28. Suggest measures to overcome the problems of an alcoholic.
29. a) Read the following content and answer the questions below.
Pure - bred tall Pea plants are first crossed with pure - bred dwarf pea plants. The pea plants
obtained in F1 generation are then cross - bred to produce F2 generation of pea plant.
i) What do the plants of F1 generation look like?
ii) What is the ratio of tall plants to dwarf plants in F2 generation?
iii) Which type of plants were missing in F1 generation but reappeared in F2 generation?
b) Define genotype.
30. a) B i o f o r t i f i c a t i o n m a y h e l p i n r e m o v i n g h i d d e n h u n g e r . H o w ?
b) What is Stage?
31. a) What are the consequences of soil erosion?
b) Name two maize hybrids rich in amino acid lysine.
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Part – IV
Note: (i) Answer all the questions.
(ii) Each question carries seven marks.
(iii) Draw the diagram wherever necessary.
3 × 7 = 21
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35. a) i) Explain Watson and Crick model of DNA using a well-labelled diagram.
ii) List the three methods of selection.
iii) What is the name of the condition where excessive glucose is excreted in the urine?
(OR)
b) i) Natural selection is a driving force for evolution. How?
ii) Give any two uses of solar cells.
iii) Expand the abbreviation – NIDDM.

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