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TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD CLASS 10 SCIENCE 2022

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
Where should an object be placed so that a real and inverted image of same size is obtained by a convex lens ?
a.
f
b.
infinity
c.
2f Correct Answer
d.
between f and 2f
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A convex lens forms a real and inverted image of the same size as the object when the object is placed at $2f$ (twice the focal length). In this case, the image is also formed at $2f$ on the other side of the lens. At $f$ the image is formed at infinity, at infinity the image is at the focus and highly diminished, and between $f$ and $2f$ the image is real, inverted and enlarged.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
If a molecule is made of similar kind of atoms, then it is called __________ molecule.
a.
Mono atomic
b.
hetero atomic
c.
homo atomic Correct Answer
d.
poly atomic
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A molecule made of similar kind of atoms is called a homo atomic molecule. "Homo" means same, so the atoms present are of the same element. Monoatomic means a single atom, hetero atomic means different kinds of atoms, and polyatomic refers to a molecule with many atoms, not necessarily of the same kind.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
The number of components in a binary solution is _________.
a.
2 Correct Answer
b.
3
c.
4
d.
5
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A binary solution has $2$ components. 'Binary' means two, so the solution contains two substances: a solute and a solvent.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
A charge of 12 coulomb flows through a bulb in 5 sec ond. What is the current through the bulb ?
a.
60 A
b.
17 A
c.
2.4 A Correct Answer
d.
24 A
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Current is given by $I=\frac{Q}{t}$. Here, $Q=12\,\text{C}$ and $t=5\,\text{s}$. So, $I=\frac{12}{5}=2.4\,\text{A}$. Therefore, the current through the bulb is $2.4\,\text{A}$.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
Rectified spirit is an aqueous solution which contains about __________ of ethanol.
a.
95.5% Correct Answer
b.
75.5%
c.
55.5%
d.
45.5%
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Rectified spirit is an aqueous solution containing about $95.5\%$ ethanol. It is ethanol with a small amount of water left after rectification.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
The endarch condition is the characteristic feature of __________.
a.
root
b.
stem Correct Answer
c.
leaves
d.
flowers
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Endarch condition is a characteristic feature of the stem. In endarch xylem, protoxylem lies towards the centre and metaxylem towards the periphery. This arrangement is typical of stems, whereas roots usually show exarch condition.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
The heart of fishes possess __________ chambers.
a.
3
b.
4
c.
2 Correct Answer
d.
5
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The heart of fishes has $2$ chambers: one atrium and one ventricle. Hence, the correct answer is $2$ chambers.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
Male gametes in angiosperms are formed by the division of __________.
a.
Generative cell Correct Answer
b.
Vegetative cell
c.
Pollen grain mother cell
d.
Microspore
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Male gametes in angiosperms are formed by the division of the generative cell. The generative cell divides mitotically to produce two male gametes (sperm cells). The vegetative cell does not form gametes; it helps in pollen tube growth.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
Which one is referred as “Master Gland” ?
a.
Pineal gland
b.
Pituitary gland Correct Answer
c.
Thyroid gland
d.
Adrenal gland
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Pituitary gland is called the “Master Gland” because it secretes hormones that control the activity of many other endocrine glands. Pineal, thyroid and adrenal glands are not called the master gland.
Q10 short answer
(a) (i) What is meant by electric current ? (ii) Name and define its unit. (iii) Which instrument is used to measure the electric current ? How should it be connected in a circuit ?
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(i) Electric current is the rate of flow of electric charge through a conductor. (ii) The SI unit of electric current is ampere (A). One ampere is the current flowing when one coulomb of charge passes through a point in a conductor in one second. That is, $1\,\text{A} = 1\,\text{C s}^{-1}$. (iii) Electric current is measured by an ammeter. It should be connected in series in the circuit so that the same current flows through the ammeter and the circuit.
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Q10 short answer
(b) (i) Who discovered natural radioactivity ? (ii) Write any three features of natural and artificial radioactivity. (iii) Give any three uses of radio isotopes in the field of agriculture.
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Himgiri developed by hybridization and selection for disease resistance against rust pathogens is a variety of __________.
a.
chilli
b.
maize
c.
sugarcane
d.
wheat
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(a) (i) Define : Atomicity. Give an example. (ii) Consolidate the major differences between atoms and molecules.
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(b) (i) Define combination reaction. (ii) Give an example for combination reaction. (iii) Differentiate reversible and irreversible reaction.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Match the following : (1)Solar Energy (i)Flowing water (2)Petroleum (ii)Mobile phone (3)Hydropower (iii)Inexhaustible energy (4)Electronic device (iv)Exhaustible energy resource
a.
(1) - (iv), (2) - (iii), (3) - (ii), (4) - (i)
b.
(1) - (iii), (2) - (iv), (3) - (i), (4) - (ii)
c.
(1) - (iii), (2) - (i), (3) - (iv), (4) - (ii)
d.
(1) - (i), (2) - (iv), (3) - (ii), (4) - (iii)
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
Find the correct pair :
a.
Gregor Johann Mendel - Theory of Natural Selection
b.
Waldeyer - Chromosomes
c.
Watson and Crick - Theory of Evolution
d.
Jean Baptiste Lamarck - Law of Heredity
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Q13 short answer
State Newton’s second law.
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Q14 short answer
Write any two applications of echo.
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Q15 short answer
State Boyle’s Law.
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Q16 short answer
Write the functional group and the suffix used for the following class of compounds. Class of Compounds Functional Group Suffix used Alcohol Aldehyde Ketone Carboxylic Acid
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Q17 short answer
What is the importance of rainwater harvesting ?
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Q18 short answer
Identify the parts A, B, C, D in the given figure.
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Q19 short answer
What is evolution ? Who proposed the theories of evolution ?
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Q20 short answer
Name the two maize hybrids rich in amino acid lysine.
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Q21 short answer
What is the importance of valves in the heart ?
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Q22 short answer
A person with myopia can see objects placed at a distance of 4 m. If he wants to see objects at a distance of 20 m, what should be the focal length and power of the concave lens he must wear ?
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Q23 short answer
Differentiate mass and weight.
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Q24 short answer
List any four properties of light.
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Q25 long answer
Explain why the ceilings of concert halls are curved ?
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Q26 short answer
(a)What is an alloy ? (b)Give the reasons for alloying.
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Q27 short answer
Classify the following compounds based on the pattern of carbon chain and give their structural formula : (i)Propane (ii)Benzene (iii)Cyclobutane (iv)Furan
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Q28 short answer
(a)What is respiratory quotient ? (b)Write the overall reaction for photosynthesis.
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Q29 short answer
(a)Draw and label the parts of process of transpiration. (b)Draw the pictures of Granulocytes.
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Q30 short answer
(a)List the theories postulated to explain the origin of life. (b)Who coined the term ‘Ethnobotany’ ?
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Q31 long answer
Discuss the importance of biotechnology in the field of medicine.
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Q32 short answer
‘A’ is a blue coloured crystalline salt. On heating it loses blue colour and gives ‘B’. When water is added, ‘B’ gives back ‘A’. Identify ‘A’ and ‘B’. Write the equation.
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(a)(i)What is meant by electric current ? (ii)Name and define its unit. (iii)Which instrument is used to measure the electric current ? How should it be connected in a circuit ? OR (b)(i)Who discovered natural radioactivity ? (ii)Write any three features of natural and artificial radioactivity. (iii)Give any three uses of radio isotopes in the field of agriculture.
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(a)(i)Define :Atomicity. Give an example. (ii)Consolidate the major differences between atoms and molecules. OR (b)(i)Define combination reaction. (ii)Give an example for combi
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Q35 short answer
butane (iv) Furan
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Q36 short answer
(a) What is respiratory quotient ?
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Q37 short answer
(b) Write the overall reaction for photosynthesis.
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Q38 short answer
(a) Draw and label the parts of process of transpiration.
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Q39 short answer
(b) Draw the pictures of Granulocytes.
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Q40 short answer
(a) List the theories postulated to explain the origin of life.
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(b) Who coined the term 'Ethnobotany' ?
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Q46 short answer
(a) (i) What are synthetic auxins ? Give examples. (ii) Define triple fusion. (iii) Name the secondary sex organs in male.
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(b) (i) Why did Mendel select pea plant for his experiment ? (ii) Suggest measures to overcome the problems of an alcoholic.
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