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Subject: CBSE Class 10 Science (NCERT Physics, Chemistry & Biology)

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Q1. During electrolysis of acidified water, bubbles are seen at both electrodes. The gas collected at the cathode is:

Correct Answer: Option B (Hydrogen)

Concept Explanation: In electrolysis of water, hydrogen is released at the cathode and oxygen at the anode in a 2:1 ratio.

Q2. Which of the following correctly explains why concave mirrors are used in vehicle headlights?

Correct Answer: Option B (They produce parallel rays after reflection)

Concept Explanation: When the bulb is placed at the focus of a concave mirror, reflected rays become parallel, producing a powerful beam.

Q3. The functional unit of the nervous system is:

Correct Answer: Option C (Neuron)

Concept Explanation: Neuron is the structural and functional unit responsible for transmission of nerve impulses.

Q4. A student observes that plants kept in darkness for several days become pale. The main reason is:

Correct Answer: Option B (Absence of chlorophyll formation)

Concept Explanation: Sunlight is necessary for chlorophyll synthesis. Without it, leaves lose their green colour.

Q5. Which statement is correct regarding homologous series?

Correct Answer: Option B (Consecutive members differ by -C\(\mathrm{H_2}\) group)

Concept Explanation: Compounds in a homologous series differ by one carbon and two hydrogen atoms.

Q6. A farmer notices that crop yield decreases after repeated use of chemical fertilizers. Which sustainable practice can improve soil fertility?

Correct Answer: Option B (Crop rotation with legumes)

Concept Explanation: Leguminous plants fix atmospheric nitrogen, naturally improving soil fertility.

Q7. A student connects an electric bulb to a battery using copper wires. The bulb does not glow. Which is the MOST likely reason?

Correct Answer: Option B (Battery may be exhausted)

Concept Explanation: Copper conducts electricity well. An exhausted battery is the most probable reason.

Q8. A person suffering from myopia cannot clearly see:

Correct Answer: Option B (Distant objects)

Concept Explanation: In myopia, images of distant objects form before the retina. Concave lenses correct this defect.

Q9. A metal oxide reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid. The reaction confirms that metal oxides are generally:

Correct Answer: Option C (Basic)

Concept Explanation: Metal oxides react with acids to form salt and water, showing basic nature.

Q10. A student rubs an ebonite rod with fur and brings it near small paper bits. The paper pieces get attracted because:

Correct Answer: Option B (Charges are induced in paper)

Concept Explanation: Charged ebonite rod induces opposite charges on paper bits, causing attraction.

Q11. A shopkeeper uses thick electric wires in high-power appliances mainly because thick wires:

Correct Answer: Option B (Reduce heating effect)

Concept Explanation: Thicker wires have lower resistance, reducing overheating and power loss.

Q12. Assertion (A): Rusting of iron occurs faster in coastal areas. Reason (R): Moist air near coastal regions accelerates corrosion.

Correct Answer: Option A (Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation of A)

Concept Explanation: Moisture and salts present in coastal air speed up the rusting process.

Q13. Assertion (A): The image formed by a plane mirror is always virtual. Reason (R): Light rays actually meet behind the mirror.

Correct Answer: Option C (A is true but R is false)

Concept Explanation: In a plane mirror, reflected rays only appear to meet behind the mirror; they do not actually meet.

Q14. Case Study: A student performs an experiment using blue and red litmus papers with different solutions. He notices: • Solution X turns red litmus blue • Solution Y turns blue litmus red • Solution Z shows no change Which option is correct?

Correct Answer: Option B (X is basic, Y is acidic)

Concept Explanation: Bases turn red litmus blue, while acids turn blue litmus red. Neutral solutions show no change.

Q15. Case Study: A family installs solar panels on their roof to reduce electricity bills. The panels convert solar energy into electrical energy using:

Correct Answer: Option B (Photovoltaic effect)

Concept Explanation: Solar cells convert sunlight directly into electricity through the photovoltaic effect.

Q16. Two resistors of 4\(\Omega\) and 6\(\Omega\) are connected in series. The effective resistance is:

Correct Answer: Option B (10\(\Omega\))

Concept Explanation: In series combination, resistances add directly: R = 4 + 6 = 10\(\Omega\)

Q17. Which of the following can undergo both addition and substitution reactions?

Correct Answer: Option C (Benzene)

Concept Explanation: Benzene mainly undergoes substitution reactions but can also show addition under special conditions. This is a tricky concept.

Q18. In a food chain: Grass \(\rightarrow\) Grasshopper \(\rightarrow\) Frog \(\rightarrow\) Snake If frogs disappear suddenly, the immediate effect would MOST likely be:

Correct Answer: Option C (Increase in grasshoppers)

Concept Explanation: Frogs feed on grasshoppers. Their absence allows grasshopper population to rise rapidly.

Q19. A student says that current consumed by a device depends only on voltage. Another student says it also depends on resistance. Who is correct?

Correct Answer: Option B (Only second student)

Concept Explanation: According to Ohm's law, I = V/R. Current depends on both voltage and resistance.

Q20. A convex lens forms a real, inverted image equal in size to the object. The object is placed:

Correct Answer: Option C (At 2F)

Concept Explanation: For a convex lens, when the object is at 2F, the image formed is real, inverted, and equal in size.

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