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Class 10 Science questions for CBSE

Curriculum-aligned Science questions for Class 10 under CBSE. Shortlist topics, practice at your pace, and make every answer count.

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Q01•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Discuss the phenomenon of refraction of light through a prism. Explain how it leads to the dispersion of light and the formation of a spectrum. Include relevant applications of this concept.

Q02•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Explain the reaction of acids with metals, highlighting the products formed. Provide examples of different acids and metals, and discuss the significance of these reactions.

Q03•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Describe the structure and function of neurons in the nervous system. Explain how signals are transmitted across a synapse and the role of neurotransmitters.

Q04•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Explain the reaction of metals with water. Provide examples of specific metals and describe the products formed in each case. Discuss the implications of these reactions.

Q05•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Describe the process of photosynthesis, including the chemical equation involved. Discuss the factors that affect this process and their implications for plant growth.

Q06•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Discuss the significance of variation in organisms and explain how it contributes to the process of natural selection. Provide examples to illustrate your points.

Q07•Long Answer•[5 Marks]

Explain the law of reflection and demonstrate it with a suitable diagram. Describe how this principle is applied in the construction of periscopes.

Q08•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Describe the process of respiration in plants, including the types of respiration and how they differ from respiration in animals. Discuss the significance of respiration for plant life.

Q09•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Explain the factors affecting the resistance of a conductor. Discuss how length, area, and material of the conductor influence its resistance, providing relevant equations and examples to illustrate your points.

Q10•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Discuss the applications of spherical mirrors and lenses in real-life scenarios. Provide at least two examples for each and explain how these optical devices are utilized in those applications.

Q11•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Describe the structure and function of neurons in the nervous system. Explain how signals are transmitted across synapses and the importance of neurotransmitters in this process.

Q12•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

List and explain the chemical properties of bases. Discuss how bases react with acids, metals, and non-metals, providing balanced chemical equations for each type of reaction discussed.

Q13•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Discuss the various methods of asexual reproduction in organisms, specifically focusing on fission, fragmentation, and budding. Provide examples of organisms that utilize each method and explain the advantages of asexual reproduction.

Q14•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Explain the formation of images by concave and convex mirrors. Include the characteristics of the images formed in terms of size, nature, and position. Illustrate your explanation with appropriate ray diagrams for both types of mirrors.

Q15•Long Answer•[3 Marks]

Describe the physical properties of metals and explain how these properties make metals suitable for various applications in daily life. Provide examples for each property mentioned.

Q16•Short Answer•[2 Marks]

When magnesium oxide reacts with hydrochloric acid, what type of chemical reaction is taking place?

Q17•Short Answer•[2 Marks]

When light passes through a prism, it bends. What is the term for this bending of light?

Q18•Short Answer•[2 Marks]

In flowering plants, which part develops into a fruit after fertilization occurs and protects the seeds?

Q19•Short Answer•[2 Marks]

During a biology class, a student learns about neurons. What is the basic functional unit of the nervous system that transmits signals?

Q20•Short Answer•[2 Marks]

A plant grows on decaying wood and absorbs nutrients from it. What type of nutrition does this plant represent?

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