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MID TERM EXAMINATION (2024 - 25)
CLASS X
SCIENCE
Time: 3 Hrs. M.M.: 80

General Instructions:
I. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
2. All questions are compulsory. However, an internal choice is provided in some questions. Astudent is
expected to atempt only one of these questions.
3. Section Aconsists of 20 objective type questions carrying 1mark each.
4. Section Bconsists ofó Very Shortquestions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should
be in the range of30 to 50 words.
5. Section Cconsists of 7Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions
should be in the range of 50 to 80 words.
6. Section Dconsists of3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answers to these questions
should be in the range of 80 to 120 words.
7. Section E consists of3 source-basedlcase-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.

SECTION- A

Select the most appropriate option out of the four options given for each question.
1. Study theexperimental setup shown in given figure and choose the correct option:

ZnSO, CuSO, FeSO4

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Observation II III

Solution after reaction Colourless Colourless Colourless

Metal deposited Zn Cu Fe

Which of the following is correct conclusion? (1)

a) Al ismore reactive than Cu and Fe but less reactive than Zn
b) Al is more reactive than Cu but less reactive than Zn and Fe
c) Al is more reactive than Cu and Zn but less reactive than Fe
d) Al is more reactive than Cu, Fe and Zn
2. 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? (1)
a) The total mass of the reactants is equal to the total mass of the products.
b) The number of atoms of each element remains the same, before and after a
chemical reaction.

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 c) The chemical composition of the reactants is the same before and after the
reaction.
d) Mass can neither be created nor can it be destroyed in a chemical reaction.
3. the
Before keeping any catables in ajar, Riya always keeps packet of anhydrous CaCh in
bottle to : (1)
a) Kill germs
b) To absorb oxygen
c) To absorb moisture
d) All of these
4. An aqueous solution turns the red litmus solution blue. Excess addition of which of the
following solution would reverse the change? (1)
a) Baking powder
b) Hydrochloric acid
c) Ammonium hydroxide solution
d) Lime
65. With the reference to four gases CO2, CO, Ch and O2, which one of
table is correct? the options in the
(1)
Acidic Used in Product of Product of
Oxide
treatment respiration incomplete
of water combustion
a) CO Cl; CO
b) CO, Ciz O2 CO,
c) CO2 Ch CO: CO
d) Co Ch CO
6. Jasmine made the following observations (I to V)when
with water. Identifythe set of correct observations givencalcium
in the
oxide reacts vigorously
options
: (1)

Heaker

Wuter

Calciun oxd
I It is an
endothermic reaction
II Slaked lime is produced
Quick lime is produced
IV It is an exothermic reaction
V It is a combination reaction
a) III and IV
b) Iand II

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 c) II, IV and V
Iand IIl
7. Match the chemical substances given in Column (A)with their appropriate application
given in Column (B): (1)
Column (A) Column (B)
1) Bleaching powder a) Preparation of glass
2) Baking soda b) Production of H2 and Cl2
3) Washing soda c) Decolourisation
4) Sodium chloride d) Antacid
a) 1)- b), 2) -a), 3) -d), 4) c)
b) 1)- ), 2) - d), 3) a), 4) b)
c) 1) -b), 2) - d), 3) - a), 4)-c)
d) 1)- c), 2) -b), 3) - d), 4) - a)
8. 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. (1)

ii

iv
ii

a) (i) Pulmonary vein - takes impure blood from body part.

b) (ii) Pulmonary artery - takes blood from lung to heart.
c) (ii) Aorta - takes blood from heart to body parts.
d) (iv) Vena cava - takes blood from body parts to the right auricle.
9. Name the phenomenon shown in the figure below and also the hormone which plays a
key role in this phenomenon. (1)

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a) Phototropism and Abscisic acid

b) Phototropism and Gibberellin
c) Geotropism and Gibberellin
d) Phototropism and Auxin
10. from
Whichthepart ofthe body in the diagram given below will respond to the instructions sent
nervous system? (1)

(b)

(a)

(d)

a) Receptor
b) Effector
c) Nerves
d) Muscles
11. Identify the gland from the figure that
of muscles around the small arteries causes an increase in heartbeat and contraction
during scary situations. (1)

a) 2

b)
c)
d) 6

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12. ime water tums cloudy in the presence of agas which is a by-product of respiration.
Shown beclow are four setups kept in sunlight for 24 hours.

Glass lank
Plant

Pot
Limewater Limewater
Set P Set Q

-Tank coated
with black paint
lant
-Pot
Limewater
Set R Set S

In which setup is lime water expected to be cloudiest? (1)

a) Setup P
b) Setup Q
Setup R
d) Setup S
13. Which of the following optical device can produce a real image? (1)
a Concave lens
b) Concave mirror
c) Plane mirror
d) Convex mirror
14. A student sitting on the last bench can read the letters written on the blackboard but is
not able to read the letters written in his textbook. Which of the following statements
correct about him? (1)
a) The near point of his eyes has receded away
b) The near point of his eyes has come closer to him
The far point of his eyes has come closer to him
d) The far point of his eyes has receded away
15. Read the statements given below :
i) Complex substances are not broken down into simpler substances.
i) Simple diffusion is sufficient to meet the requirement of exchange of gases.
ii) Specialised tissues perform different functions in the organism.
iv) Entire surface of the organism is in contact with the environment for taking in
food.
The correct statemnents with reference to single celled organisms are : (1)
a) (i) and (iii)
b) (i) and (ii)
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 c) (ii) and (iv)
d) (i) and (iv)
16. The growth of tendrils in pea plants is due to the : (1)

a) Effect of sunlight on the tendril cells facing the sun

b) Effect of gravity on the part of tendril hanging down towards the earth
Rapid celldivision and elongation in tendril cells that are away from the support
d) Rapid cell division and elongation in tendril cells in contact with the support.
Q. no. 17 to 20 are Assertion - Reasoning based questions. These consist of two
statements Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Answer these questions selecting the appropriate option given below :
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true andR is not the correct
explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) A is False but R is true
9a17. Assertion (A): Strength of the acid or base
decreases with
Reason (R): lonisation of an acid ora base increases with dilution. (1)
18. Assertion (A): Nerve dilution.
impulse is a one-way conduction.
Reason (R): Nerve impulse is transmitted from (1)
dendrite to axon terminals.
g19. Assertion (A): In parallel combination,
decreases. equivalent resistance of the system of resistors
Reason (R): When resistors are connected in parallel, the (1)
decreases. effective area of cross-section
20. Assertion (A): Carbohydrate digestion only takes place in the
Reason (R): Pancreatic juice contains the enzyme small intestine. (1)
pancreatic amylase.
SECTION-B
0. no. 21 to 26 are very
short answer questions.
21. Write balancedchemical
equations for the
a) Sunlight is passed over silver bromide.following:
b) Solution of
sodium sulphate reacts with solution of
22. How is the novement of bariumn chloride. (2)
shoots towards light? leaves of the sensitive plant different
from the movement of
(2)
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 23. Through a reflex arc flow chart, trace the sequence of events that occurs when bright
light is focused on your cyes.
OR

"Reflex arcs continue to be more efficient for quick responses". Justify the statement
with a reason. (2)
24. Observe the VIgraph of two resistors A and B shown below.
B

Given that both the resistors are made up of the same material and have the same area
of cross-section. Which one of the two is longer? Support your answer. (2)
25. What do you mean by atmospheric refraction? State an observation on earth due to this
phenomenon.
OR
What do you mean by scattering of the sunlight? State an observation on earth due to
this phenomenon. (2)
p 26. Stomata of desert plants remain closed during day time. How then are they able to take
up carbon dioxide and perform photosynthesis? (2)

SECTION-C
Q. no. 27 to 33 are short answer questions.

o. 27. A white powder is added while baking cakes to make it soft and spongy. Name its main
ingredients. Explain the function of each ingredient. Write the chemical reaction taking
place when the powder is heated during baking. (3)
28. After burning magnesium ribbon, a student mixes the product formed with water and
tested its nature with litmus paper. Explain his observations with the help of balanced
chemical equations.
Poir of tongs Magnesium ribbon

Burner

China dish

OR

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 a) Observe the given figure and write what happens when coppcr powder 1S heated
in a china dish. Explain your observation.

Chino dish.
containing
copper powder Wire gouze

Tripod stand

Burner

b) What
will you observe if hydrogen gas is passed over the heated material
obtained in (a) above? (3)
29. With the help of a diagram, explain two factors responsible for movement of
minerals in tall trees. water and
(3)
30. a) A person suffered a head injury, due to which he faces problems in breathing as
well as the inability to recall his residential address. What could be the reason for
his problems?
b) Brain and spinal cord are two vital organs of our body. How is our body designed
to protect them? (3)
31. a) The refractive index of water is 1.33. What does it mean?
b) What does a negative linear magnification indicate?
c) A convex lens of power +3D is held in contact with a concave lens of
power
A parallel beam of light is made to fallon the combination. At what distance -1D.
from
the combination will the beam get focussed?
(3)
32. a) With the help of diagrams show what happens when a narrow beam of whitelight
passes through (i) a glass slab and (ii) glass prism?
b) What is the reason for the different observations in the two cases?
(3)
33. a) Define one ohm of resistance.
/ b) Three resistors 6 ohm, 3 ohm and 2 ohm are connected together so that the total
resistance is greater than 6 ohm and less than 8 ohm. Draw a diagram of the
possible arrangement and calculate its total resistance. (3)

SECTION-D
Q. No. 34 to 36 are long answer questions.

34. a) Complete the table given below:

Salt Parent Acid Parent Base Nature of the Salt

i) Sodium chloride HCI NaOH I)

i) Potassium carbonate H2CO3 I) Basic

iii) Sodium acetate III) NaOH Basic

iv) Copper sulphate H2SO4 Cu(OH)2 )

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 b) With the help of an activity show aqueous solutions of acids and bases conduct
electricity while solutions of compounds like alcohol and glucose do not.
OR
a) What do you mean by water of crystallisation of a substance?
b) Describe an activity to show that blue copper sulphate crystals contain water of
crystallisation. Write an equation to support your answer. (5)
35. a) Flow of energy in an ecosystem is unidirectional. Justify.
b) Plants Deer Lion
In the given food chain,what will be the impact of removing all the organisms of
second trophic level on the first and the third trophic levels? Will the impact be
the same for the organisms ofthethird trophic level in the above food chain if they
were present in a food web? Justify.
OR
a) The maximum concentration ofharmful chemicals is found in human beings. State
the phenomenon involved and hence justify this statement.
b) A gas X' which is adeadly poison is found at the higher levels of the atmosphere
and performs an essential function. Name the gas and write the function performed
by this gas in the atmosphere. Which chemical is linked to the decrease in the level
of this gas? What measures have been taken by an international organisation to
check the depletion of the layer containing this gas? (5)
36. a) Rohit claims to have obtained an image twice the size of the object with a concave
lens. Is he correct? Give reason for your answer.
b) Where should an object be placed in case of a convex lens to form an image of the
same size as that of the object? Show with the help of a ray diagram, the position
and nature of the image formed.
c) With the help of a ray diagram illustrate the change in position, size and nature of
image formed if the convex lens in case () isreplaced by a concave lens of same
focal length.
OR
Explain briefly the following observations :
a) A swimming pool appears shallow than what it actually is.
b) A convex lens can be used as a magnifier but a concave lens cannot be.
c) A convex mirror is used as a rear view mirror by the drivers of motor vehicles.
d) A concave mirror is used by ENT specialists.
A convex mirror is used as the reflector in street lamps. (5)

SECTION- E
Q.no. 37 to 39 are case - based/data -based questions with 2 to 3 short sub - parts.
Internal choice is provided in one of these sub-parts.

37. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:

The strength of acid and base depends on the number of H and the number of OH
respectively. If we take hydrochloric acid and acetic acid of the same concentration, say
one molar, then these produce different amounts ofhydrogen ions. Acids that give rise
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 t0 more H ions are said to be strono acids, and acids that give less H ions arc said to
be weak acids.

The pH Scale

ACIPIC BASIC

1 4 10 11 12 13 14

a) What is an alkali?
b) Fresh milk has a pH of 6. How do you think the pH will change as it turns into
curd?
c) During indigestion the stomach produces too much acid and this causes pain
and irritation. Name the acid present in the stomach and write its pH value? How
can we get relief from it?
OR
c) Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body. It does not dissolve in water.
but is corroded when the pH in the mouth goes below a certain range. What is the
chemical composition of tooth enamel? Write the pH at which tooth decay starts
in our mouth? How can we prevent this?
(4)
38. Read the paragraph and answer the following:
Many unicellular organisms remove metabolic waste products by simple diffusion from
the body surface into the surrounding while complex multicellular organisms have
specialized organs for excretion. Kidneys remove poisonous substances such as urea,
salts and excess water from blood and excrete them as urine. Nephron is a unit of
filtration in kidneys that filters waste material. It selectively reabsorbs certain substances
with the help of capillaries that surround it. In case of kidney failure artificial kidney
can be used.
Which of the following processes occurs in the part shown below?

i) Tubular secretion
ii) Tubular reabsorption
ii) Ultrafiltration
iv) All of the above

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 b) In which part of thc nephron does selcctive
reabsorption occur?

c) Identify the parts labelled (a) and (b) in the figure and write one difference
between them.

(a) (b)

(c)
(d)

(e)

OR
c) What is the significance of selective reabsorption? Also, name two substances that
are reabsorbed. (4)
39. The relationship between potential difference and the current was first established by
George Simon Ohm. This relationship is known as Ohm's law. According to this law,
the current passed through a conductor is proportional to the potential difference applied
between its ends provided the temperature remains constant i.e. I xV or V=IR where
R is the constant for the conductor and it is known as the resistance of the conductor.
Although Ohm's law has been found valid over a large class of materials, there are some
materials for which Ohm's law is not valid.
a) What will be the shape of the V-Igraph for a conductor that obeys Ohm'slaw?
b) What will happen to the current passing through the conductor when the voltage
across the conductor gets doubled?
c) Find the resistance when a battery of 9Vis connected across a conductor and 0.1
Aof current is drawn from the battery.
OR
c) Find the electric current that flows through a conductor of 16 ohm when connected
to a potential difference of 8 V. (4)

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