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TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD CLASS 10 SCIENCE 2023

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
Magnification of a convex lens is always:
a.
Positive
b.
Negative
c.
Either positive (or) negative Correct Answer
d.
Zero
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The magnification of a convex lens can be either positive or negative. It is positive when the image formed is virtual and erect, and negative when the image is real and inverted. So the correct answer is (c).
Q2 mcq 1 mark
In which of the following reaction, the mass number decreases by four of the daughter nucleus?
a.
$\alpha$ decay Correct Answer
b.
$\beta$ decay
c.
$\gamma$ decay
d.
neutron decay
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In $Ξ±$ decay, the nucleus emits an alpha particle, which consists of 2 protons and 2 neutrons. Therefore, the mass number of the daughter nucleus decreases by 4. Hence, the correct answer is (a).
Q3 mcq 1 mark
The gram molecular mass of water is:
a.
2 g
b.
16 g
c.
18 g Correct Answer
d.
8 g
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The gram molecular mass of water is the molecular mass expressed in grams. For water, $H_2O = 2(1) + 16 = 18$. Therefore, the gram molecular mass of water is 18 g. So the correct answer is (c).
Q4 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following is the universal solvent?
a.
Acetone
b.
Benzene
c.
Water Correct Answer
d.
Alcohol
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Water is called the universal solvent because it dissolves a large number of substances compared with other liquids. Hence, the correct answer is (c).
Q5 mcq 1 mark
The secondary suffix used in IUPAC nomenclature of an aldehyde is __________.
a.
-ol
b.
-oic acid
c.
-al Correct Answer
d.
-one
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In IUPAC nomenclature, the secondary suffix for an aldehyde is $-al$. Therefore, the correct answer is (c).
Q6 mcq 1 mark
The heart of amphibians possess __________ chambers.
a.
3 Correct Answer
b.
4
c.
2
d.
5
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The heart of amphibians has three chambers: two atria and one ventricle. So the correct answer is (a).
Q7 mcq 1 mark
Kreb’s cycle takes place in __________.
a.
chloroplast
b.
mitochondrial matrix Correct Answer
c.
stomata
d.
inner mitochondrial membrane
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Krebs cycle takes place in the mitochondrial matrix, where the enzymes required for the cycle are present. Therefore, the correct answer is (b).
Q8 mcq 1 mark
Bipolar neurons are found in:
a.
retina of eye Correct Answer
b.
cerebral cortex
c.
embryo
d.
respiratory epithelium
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Bipolar neurons are found in the retina of the eye. They connect photoreceptor cells to ganglion cells. Hence, the correct answer is (a).
Q9 mcq 1 mark
Syngamy results in the formation of __________.
a.
zoospores
b.
conidia
c.
zygote Correct Answer
d.
chlamydospores
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Syngamy is the fusion of male and female gametes, and it results in the formation of a zygote. Zoospores, conidia, and chlamydospores are asexual reproductive structures, so they are not formed by syngamy.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
Match the following: (1) Sarcoma (2) Carcinoma (3) Polydipsia (4) Polyphagia
a.
(1)-(iii), (2)-(iv), (3)-(ii), (4)-(i)
b.
(1)-(iv), (2)-(iii), (3)-(i), (4)-(ii)
c.
(1)-(i), (2)-(iii), (3)-(iv), (4)-(ii)
d.
(1)-(iv), (2)-(i), (3)-(ii), (4)-(iii) Correct Answer
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The correct matching is: (1) Sarcoma – connective tissue cancer, (2) Carcinoma – epithelial tissue cancer, (3) Polydipsia – excessive thirst, and (4) Polyphagia – excessive hunger. Hence, the correct option is (1)-(iv), (2)-(i), (3)-(ii), (4)-(iii).
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
9 : 3 : 3 : 1 ratio is due to:
a.
Segregation
b.
Crossing over
c.
Independent assortment
d.
Recessiveness
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
The term Ethnobotany was coined by:
a.
Khorana
b.
J.W. Harshberger
c.
Ronald Ross
d.
Hugo de Vries
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Q13 short answer
Define inertia. Give its classification.
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Q14 short answer
Why does the sky appear blue in colour?
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Q15 short answer
Define one Calorie.
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Q16 short answer
Mention any two applications of Avogadro’s Law.
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Q17 short answer
List out the parasitic adaptations in leech.
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Q18 short answer
What are the structures involved in the protection of brain?
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Q19 short answer
Identify the parts A, B, C and D in the given figure.
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Q20 short answer
Define genetic engineering.
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Q21 short answer
What is Sprite?
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Q22 short answer
Calculate the amount of energy released when a radioactive substance undergoes fusion and results in a mass defect of 2 kg.
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Q23 long answer
Deduce the equation of force using Newton’s Second Law of Motion.
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Q24 long answer
Differentiate the eye defects : Myopia and Hypermetropia.
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Q25 short answer
(a)What do you understand by the term Ultrasonic Vibration ? (b)What is meant by reflection of sound ?
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Q26 short answer
(a)What is an amalgam ? Give an example. (b)Mention any two uses of copper.
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Q27 long answer
Explain the mechanism of cleansing action of soap.
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Q28 short answer
(a)Name the three basic tissue systems in a flowering plant. (b)What are the factors affecting photosynthesis ?
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Q29 short answer
Enumerate the functions of blood.
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Q30 long answer
How do rainwater harvesting structures recharge ground water ?
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Q31 short answer
(a)What do you understand by the term phenotype and geno type ? (b)What are allosomes ?
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Q32 short answer
(a)Calculate the pH of 0.01 M solution of HNO3. (b)A solution is prepared by dissolving 25 g sugar in 100 g of water. Calculate the mass percentage of solute.
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Q33 long answer
(a)(i)State Joule’s Law of Heating. (ii)An alloy of nickel and chromium is used as the heatin g element. Why ? (iii)How does a fuse wire protect electrical appliances ? OR (b)(i)What is a longitudinal wave ? (ii)What is a nuclear reactor ? Explain its essential p arts with their functions.
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Q34 long answer
(a)(i)Define : Atomicity. (ii)Calculate the percentage of sulphur in H2SO4. (iii)In what way hygroscopic substances differ from deliquescent substances. OR (b)(i)Differentiate reversible and irreversible reaction. (ii)What is neutralization reaction ? Give an example. (iii)Give any three characteristics of homologous series.
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Q35 long answer
(a)(i)Which hormone induces parthenocarpy in tomatoes ? (ii)Why is thyroid hormone referred as β€˜personality hormone’ ? (iii)Explain Lamarck’s theories of evolution. OR (b)(i)Which enzyme cuts DNA at specific sites ? (ii)Name two maize hybrids rich in amino-acid, lysi
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Q36 short answer
Define: Atomicity.
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Q37 short answer
Calculate the percentage of sulphur in $H_2SO_4$.
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Q38 short answer
In what way hygroscopic substances differ from deliquescent substances.
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Q39 short answer
Differentiate reversible and irreversible reaction.
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Q40 short answer
What is neutralization reaction ? Give an example.
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Q41 short answer
Give any three characteristics of homologous series.
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Q42 short answer
Which hormone induces parthenocarpy in tomatoes ?
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Q43 short answer
Why is thyroid hormone referred as β€˜personality hormone’ ?
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Q44 short answer
Explain Lamarck’s theories of evolution.
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Q45 short answer
Which enzyme cuts DNA at specific sites ?
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Q46 short answer
Name two maize hybrids rich in amino-acid, lysine.
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Q47 short answer
Explain smoking hazards and the harmful effects of tobacco.
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