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KARNATAKA STATE BOARD CLASS 10TH SCIENCE 2026-1

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
The power of a lens is + 2D. Then the focal length of that lens is
a.
0.5 m Correct Answer
b.
2 m
c.
0.2 m
d.
5 m
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The formula for power ($P$) is $P = \frac{1}{f}$ where $f$ is in meters. Given $P = +2D$, we have $2 = \frac{1}{f}$, which means $f = \frac{1}{2} = 0.5\text{ m}$. Thus, (a) is correct.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
The resistivities of some materials at 20Β°C are given in the table below: Materials | Resistivity ($\Omega m$) K | $2.63 \times 10^{-8}$ L | $5.20 \times 10^{-8}$ M | $1.60 \times 10^{-8}$ N | $6.84 \times 10^{-8}$ The best conductor of electricity among these materials is
a.
N
b.
K
c.
M Correct Answer
d.
L
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The best conductor is the material with the lowest electrical resistivity. Comparing the values: $1.60 \times 10^{-8} < 2.63 \times 10^{-8} < 5.20 \times 10^{-8} < 6.84 \times 10^{-8}$. Material M has the lowest resistivity, so it is the best conductor.
Q3 short answer 1 mark
Write the symbol diagram of the following components used in the electric circuit: i) Rheostat ii) Wire crossing without joining
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i) Rheostat: A rectangle with an arrow pointing to the top side or a zigzag line with an arrow crossing it. ii) Wire crossing without joining: Two lines crossing each other, where one line has a small semi-circular loop over the point of intersection.
Q4 short answer 1 mark
How many times the magnetic field produced by a circular coil of a conductor having 5 turns is larger than the magnetic field produced by a coil of 1 turn ?
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The magnetic field produced by a circular coil is directly proportional to the number of turns ($n$). Therefore, a coil with 5 turns produces a magnetic field that is 5 times larger than that produced by a coil of 1 turn.
Q5 short answer 2 marks
Observe the figure given below. Among the resistors A and B, through which of the resistors more current flows ? Give reason for your answer.
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In the given circuit, the resistors A ($4\,\Omega$) and B ($20\,\Omega$) are connected in series. In a series combination, the current flowing through every component in the circuit is the same. Therefore, equal current flows through both resistors A and B.
Q6 short answer 2 marks
What is the colour of danger signal lights ? Why is that colour used ?
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The colour of danger signal lights is red. Red light is used because it has the longest wavelength in the visible spectrum and is least scattered by air molecules, dust, or smoke particles. This allows the signal to be seen from a long distance, even in foggy or rainy conditions.
Q7 short answer 2 marks
a) State Fleming’s left hand rule. b) What is the potential difference between the live wire and the neutral wire in domestic electric circuit in our country ?
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a) Fleming’s left-hand rule states that if you stretch the thumb, forefinger, and middle finger of your left hand such that they are mutually perpendicular to each other, the forefinger indicates the direction of the magnetic field, the middle finger indicates the direction of current, and the thumb indicates the direction of the force or motion on the conductor. b) The potential difference between the live wire and the neutral wire in domestic electric circuits in India is 220 V.
Q8 long answer 3 marks
What is presbyopia ? What are the reasons for this defect ? Suggest a remedy for this defect. OR What is short-sightedness ? What are the reasons for this defect ? How can this defect be corrected ?
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Presbyopia is the defect of vision in which an old person cannot see nearby objects clearly due to the loss of accommodation of the eye. Reasons: This occurs due to the gradual weakening of ciliary muscles and the diminishing flexibility of the crystalline eye lens. Remedy: This defect is corrected by using convex lenses of suitable power (often requiring bifocal lenses).
Q9 long answer 3 marks
What is fuse ? What are the reasons for causing overload and short circuit in an electric circuit ? OR What is earth wire ? Explain the function of the earth wire.
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Electric fuse: An electric fuse is a safety device used in electrical circuits to protect appliances from damage due to excessive current. It consists of a thin wire made of a material with a low melting point, which melts and breaks the circuit when current exceeds a safe limit. Reasons for overload: Overloading occurs when too many electrical appliances (especially high-power devices like heaters or ACs) are connected to a single socket or circuit simultaneously, causing the total current to exceed the capacity of the wiring. Reasons for short circuit: A short circuit occurs when the live wire and the neutral wire come into direct contact with each other, often due to damaged insulation or a fault in an appliance. This leads to a sudden, extremely low-resistance path, causing a massive surge in current.
Q10 long answer 3 marks
Draw the ray diagram that shows the image formation when an object is kept at β€˜C’ of a concave mirror. Write the nature of the image formed. [ C : Centre of curvature ]
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For a concave mirror, when an object is placed at the centre of curvature (C): 1. A ray parallel to the principal axis passes through the focus (F) after reflection. 2. A ray passing through the focus (F) emerges parallel to the principal axis after reflection. Nature of the image formed: - Real and inverted. - The size of the image is equal to the size of the object. - The image is formed at C.
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Q11 long answer 4 marks
a) State the laws of refraction of light. b) Mention any two differences between convex mirror and convex lens. OR a) What is magnification ? Write the formula used to calculate the magnification of the image produced by a lens. b) State the laws of reflection of light.
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Q11 short answer
OR a) What is magnification ? Write the formula used to calculate the magnification of the image produced by a lens. b) State the laws of reflection of light.
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Q11 short answer
a) State the laws of refraction of light. b) Mention any two differences between convex mirror and convex lens.
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Q12 long answer 4 marks
Two resistors having resistance 2 $\Omega$ are first connected in series and then in parallel in an electric circuit to a potential difference of 6 V. Find the electric power of this circuit in series and parallel combinations.
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
The gas liberated when dilute sulphuric acid is added to zinc is
a.
Oxygen
b.
Hydrogen
c.
Nitrogen
d.
Chlorine
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
To make pure iron hard and strong,
a.
it will be fused with some other metals
b.
anodisation will be done
c.
zinc will be added
d.
carbon will be added in definite proportion
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Q15 mcq 1 mark
The unique property of carbon to form a large molecule by forming bonds with other carbon atoms is
a.
Tetravalency
b.
Inflammability
c.
Catenation
d.
Allotropism
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Q16 short answer 1 mark
How many single and double bonds are present in $C_3H_7COOH$ molecule ?
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Q17 short answer 1 mark
Observe the given equation. $W\,Pb(NO_3)_2 \longrightarrow X\,PbO + Y\,NO_2 + Z\,O_2$. Which numbers respectively will be in the positions W, X, Y and Z when this equation is balanced ?
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Q18 short answer 1 mark
Which metal among aluminium and copper is used as reducing agent in the extraction of manganese metal ? Why ?
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Q19 short answer 2 marks
While diluting an acid, water should not be added to acid. Why ?
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Q20 short answer 2 marks
Write the name, molecular formula and structural formula of the compound obtained when one hydrogen atom of ethane is replaced by –CHO group.
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Q21 short answer 2 marks
OR Show the formation of sodium chloride molecule by the transfer of electrons with the help of electron dot diagram.
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Q21 short answer 2 marks
Write any two differences between roasting and calcination.
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Q22 long answer 3 marks
Write the molecular formula of the following compounds and mention two uses of each : i) Washing soda ii) Plaster of Paris.
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Q22 long answer 3 marks
OR a) What is water of crystallisation ? b) Name the salts used in the following. i) In fire extinguishers ii) Bleaching of wood pulp in paper factories.
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Q23 long answer 3 marks
Observe the solutions of compounds given below and answer the following questions : $Pb(NO_3)_2, BaCl_2, Na_2SO_4, KI$. a) Which solutions are to be reacted with each other to get white precipitate ? Mention the type of this reaction. b) Which positive and negative ions combine to form this precipitate ?
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Q24 long answer 3 marks
Draw the diagram of the arrangement of the apparatus used to show the action of steam on a metal. Label the following parts : i) Metal sample ii) Delivery tube
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Q25 long answer 4 marks
a) Carbon could not form $C^{-4}$ anion or $C^{+4}$ cation. Why ? b) Explain the mechanism of the cleaning action of soap.
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Q25 long answer 4 marks
OR a) Write the electron dot structures of the following molecules : i) Nitrogen molecule ii) Ethene molecule. b) Explain the oxidation reaction of converting ethanol into ethanoic acid.
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Q26 mcq 1 mark
The important role of stomata in transportation of water is
a.
performing continuous transpiration
b.
absorbing carbon dioxide
c.
releasing oxygen
d.
creating upward tension
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Q27 mcq 1 mark
As the food moves forward in the human digestive system the enzymes that help for the digestion respectively are
a.
Pepsin $\rightarrow$ Trypsin $\rightarrow$ Lypase
b.
Amylase $\rightarrow$ Pepsin $\rightarrow$ Lypase
c.
Lypase $\rightarrow$ Amylase $\rightarrow$ Trypsin
d.
Trypsin $\rightarrow$ Pepsin $\rightarrow$ Amylase
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Q28 mcq 1 mark
Observe the given diagram. The response shown by part X is
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a.
Positive thigmotropism and directional movement
b.
Positive geotropism and independent movement
c.
Positive phototropism and non-directional movement
d.
Positive chemotropism and independent movement
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Q29 short answer 1 mark
Draw the diagram that shows the germination of pollen on stigma.
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Q30 short answer 1 mark
Identify the group of plants that can be grown by vegetative propagation among the following. P : Rose, Jackfruit, Bryophyllum Q : Money plant, Mustard, Watermelon R : Banana, Rose, Hibiscus S : Papaya, Hibiscus, Mustard.
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Q30 short answer 1 mark
Identify the group of plants that can be grown by vegetative propagation among the following
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Q31 short answer 1 mark
The number of male turtles in the sea shore is decreasing nowadays. What is the reason for this ?
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Q32 short answer 2 marks
Name the glands that secrete the following hormones and mention the function of these hormones. i) Insulin ii) Thyroxin.
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Q32 short answer 2 marks
Mention two important plant hormones that help for the growth of the stem. Give an example for the hormone that stops the growth of the plant.
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Q33 short answer 2 marks
The rate of respiration is more in which organism among Human and Fish ? Why ?
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Q34 short answer 3 marks
Mention the function of each part of the human brain given below : i) Cerebrum ( Forebrain ) ii) Cerebellum iii) Medulla
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Q35 short answer 3 marks
a) Define the following : i) Food chain ii) Biomagnification. b) Mention the importance of ozone.
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Q35 short answer 3 marks
a) What are biodegradable substances ? Write two examples for decomposers. b) Which synthetic chemical is responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer ?
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Q36 short answer 3 marks
A red flowering pea plant ( RR ) is crossed with a white flowering pea plant ( rr ). Show the result of $F_2$ generation with the help of checker board. Write the phenotypic and genotypic ratio of the plants obtained in $F_2$ generation.
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Q37 short answer 4 marks
Draw the diagram that shows the cross-section of human heart and label the following parts : i) Septum ii) Right atrium.
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Q38 long answer 5 marks
a) How does a fertilized egg develop into a foetus in the female uterus ? How does the embryo get nourishment in mother’s womb ? Explain. b) What are the changes that occur in a flower after fertilization ?
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Q38 long answer 5 marks
a) List any two methods of contraception that human beings usually follow. b) How does menstrual cycle occur ? Explain. c) Write any two differences between self and cross pollination.
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