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Class 10 Science

Previous Board Examination Question Paper – Set 1

Time: 3 Hours    Maximum Marks: 80


General Instructions:

  1. All questions are compulsory.
  2. The question paper consists of Sections A, B, C, D and E.
  3. Use of calculator is not permitted.
  4. Draw neat and labelled diagrams wherever required.

Section A – MCQs

(1 × 20 = 20 Marks)

1. Which gas is released during photosynthesis?

a) Carbon dioxide   b) Oxygen   c) Nitrogen   d) Hydrogen

2. The functional unit of kidney is:

a) Neuron   b) Nephron   c) Alveolus   d) Glomerulus

3. Which acid is present in vinegar?

a) Citric acid   b) Acetic acid   c) Lactic acid   d) Sulphuric acid

4. The SI unit of electric current is:

a) Volt   b) Ampere   c) Ohm   d) Coulomb

5. Which mirror is used as rear-view mirror in vehicles?

a) Plane mirror   b) Concave mirror   c) Convex mirror   d) Spherical mirror

6. The process of transfer of pollen grains from anther to stigma is called:

a) Fertilisation   b) Pollination   c) Germination   d) Reproduction

7. Which metal is most reactive?

a) Iron   b) Copper   c) Sodium   d) Silver

8. The pH value of pure water is:

a) 1   b) 5   c) 7   d) 14

9. The energy possessed by a body due to its motion is:

a) Potential energy   b) Chemical energy   c) Kinetic energy   d) Heat energy

10. Which part of the brain controls voluntary actions?

a) Cerebellum   b) Medulla   c) Cerebrum   d) Spinal cord

Section B – Very Short Answer

(2 × 5 = 10 Marks)

11. Define photosynthesis.

12. Write the chemical formula of washing soda.

13. State Ohm’s law.

14. What is puberty?

15. Name the hormone that regulates blood sugar level.

Section C – Short Answer

(3 × 6 = 18 Marks)

16. Explain the process of respiration in human beings.

17. Write any three differences between acids and bases.

18. State three laws of reflection.

19. Describe the structure of a nephron with diagram.

20. Explain how sound is produced in human beings.

21. What is biodegradable waste? Give examples.

Section D – Long Answer

(5 × 4 = 20 Marks)

22. Explain the process of photosynthesis with a neat labelled diagram.

23. Describe the process of reproduction in flowering plants.

24. Derive the formula for electric power.

25. Explain the working of human eye with diagram.

Section E – Case Study Based Questions

(4 × 3 = 12 Marks)

26. A student observed that iron objects rust when exposed to air and moisture.

a) What is rusting?
b) Name two methods to prevent rusting.
c) Why is rusting harmful?


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