JSC Sample Question Paper-1 2023-24

Class X Science
Time: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80
General Instructions:
i. This question paper consists of 39 questions in 5 sections.
ii. All questions are compulsory.
iii. Section A consists of 20 objective type questions carrying 1 mark each.
iv. Section B consists of 6 Very Short questions carrying 02 marks each. Answers to these questions should be in the
range of 30 to 50 words.
v. Section C consists of 7 Short Answer type questions carrying 03 marks each. Answers to these questions should be in
the range of 50 to 80 words.
vi. Section D consists of 3 Long Answer type questions carrying 05 marks each. Answer to these questions should be in
the range of 80 to 120 words.
vii. Section E consists of 3 source-based/case-based units of assessment of 04 marks each with sub-parts.
SECTION A

1. On heating lead nitrate, two gases are evolved, one is colourless and the other is brown in colour. Which
gases are they?
(a) Oxygen and nitrogen dioxide (b) Hydrogen and lead oxide
(c) Hydrogen and oxygen (d) Oxygen and nitrous oxide
2. The values of x, y and z in the balanced chemical equation PCl5(s) + xH2O(l)  yH3PO4(aq) + z zHCl (aq)
are:
(a) x = 4, y = 3, z = 3 (b) x = 4, y = 1, z = 5
(c) x = 1, y = 2, z = 3 (d) x = 5, y = 1, z = 2
3. Which of the following substance will not give carbon dioxide on treatment with dilute acid?
(a) Marble (b) Limestone (c) Baking soda (d) Lime
4. Study the experimental setup shown in the given figure and choose the correct option from the following:

P Q Change observed in calcium hydroxide solution

(a) K2CO3 Cl2 gas No change
(b) KHCO3 CO2 gas No change
(c) KHCO3 H2 gas Turn milky
(d) K2CO3 CO2 gas Turns milky
5. Following metals are taken and each of them was tested for its reaction with cold water, hot water and
steam: Zn, Al, Cu, Fe, Mg, Na, K
Select the correct observations:
(I) Na and K react violently with cold water.
(II) Mg does not react with cold water but reacts with hot water.
(III) Al, Zn and Cu react with steam
(IV) Fe does not react with water or steam at all.
(a) Both (I) and (II) (b) Both (II) and (III)
(c) Both (I) and (IV) (d) Both (III) and (IV)
6. Which of the following are ionic compounds?
(I) MgCl2 (II) HCl(III) CCl4 (IV) Na2O
(a) Both (I) and (II) (b) Both (II) and (III) (c) Both (I) and (IV) (d) (I), (II) and (IV)
7. The soap molecule has a
(a) hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail
(b) hydrophobic head and a hydrophilic tail
(c) hydrophobic head and a hydrophobic tail
(d) hydrophilic head and a hydrophilic tail
8. In the given food chain, suppose the amount of energy at fourth trophic level is 5 kJ, what will be the
energy available at the producer level?
Grass → Grasshopper → Frog → Snake → Hawk
(a) 5 k J (b) 50 k J (c) 500 k J (d) 5000 k J
9. In the following groups of materials, which group (s) contains only non-biodegradable items?
(i) Wood, paper, leather
(ii) Polythene, detergent, PVC
(iii) Plastic, detergent, grass
(iv) Plastic, bakelite, DDT
(a) (iii) (b) (iv)
(c) (i) and (iii) (d) (ii) and (iv)
10. An object AB is placed in front of a lens LL’ as shown in the figure below:

Select the row containing the correct nature of lens, position of image and magnification produced:
Nature of lens Position of image Magnification
(a) Concave lens On the same side as lens >-1
(b) Concave lens Between O and F1 < -1
(c) Convex lens Between O and F1 <+1
(d) Convex lens On the same side as lens >+1
11. The phenomena that play a role in the formation of rainbow is:
(a) Reflection and refraction of light
(b) Refraction, absorption, dispersion and refraction of light
(c) Dispersion, refraction and reflection of light
(d) Refraction, dispersion, reflection and refraction of light
12. Opening and closing of stomatal pore depends on:
(a) Atmospheric temperature
(b) Oxygen concentration around stomata
(c) Carbon dioxide concentration around stomata
(d) Water content in the guard cells
13. Which is the correct sequence of the components of a reflex arc?
(a) Receptors→Muscles→Sensory neuron→Motor neuron→Spinal cord
(b) Receptors→Motor neuron →Spinal cord →Sensory neuron →Muscle
(c) Receptors →Spinal cord →Sensory neuron →Motor neuron →Muscle
(d) Receptors →Sensory neuron →Spinal cord →Motor neuron →Muscle
14. The figure given below shows a female reproductive system in humans with labels A to D.
Match the labelling referred in Column I and correlate with the function in Column II.

15. In the list of organisms given below, those that reproduce by the asexual method are
(i) banana
(ii) dog
(iii) yeast
(iv) Amoeba
(a) (ii) and (iv) (b) (i), (iii) and (iv)
(c) (i) and (iv) (d) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
16. In human males all the chromosomes are paired perfectly except one. This/these unpaired chromosome
is/are
(i) large chromosome
(ii) small chromosome
(iii) Y-chromosome
(iv) X-chromosome
(a) (i) and (ii) (b) (iii) only
(c) (iii) and (iv) (d) (ii) and (iv)
17. Assertion (A): In a homologous series of alcohols, the formula for the second member is C2H5OH and the
third member is C3H8OH.
Reason (R): The difference between the molecular masses of the two consecutive members of a
homologous series is 14.
18. Assertion: Polythene bags and plastic containers are non-biodegradable substances.
Reason: They can be broken down by microorganisms in natural simple harmless substances.
19. Assertion (A): The V/I ratio increases linearly with increase in potential difference.
Reason (R): The V–I graph is a straight line that passes through the origin of the graph.
20. Assertion (A): Amphibians can tolerate mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
Reason (R): Amphibians are animals with two chambered heart.
SECTION B
21. Balance the following chemical equations.
i. NH3 + CuO  Cu + N2 + H2O
ii. Al2(SO4)3 + NaOH  Al(OH)3 + Na2SO4
22. Why is damage to the ozone layer a cause for concern? What steps are being taken to limit this damage?
23. The refractive index of water is 4/3 and for glass it is 3/2, with respect to air. What is the refractive index
of glass with respect to water?
24. A resistance of 6 ohms is connected in series with another resistance of 4 ohms. A p.d of 20 volts is
applied across the combination. Calculate the current through the circuit and p.d across the 6 ohm
resistance.
25. Explain how root pressure is involved in water movement in plants. During which part of the day is
effect of root pressure important.
26. (a) Which part of the brain which controls involuntary actions such as blood pressure? Which part of the
brain is responsible for precision of voluntary actions?
(b) What is the function of gustatory receptors and olfactory receptors?
SECTION C
27. When electricity is passed through a common salt solution, sodium hydroxide is produced along with the
liberation of two gases “X” and “Y”. “X” burns with a pop sound whereas “Y” is used for disinfecting
drinking water. (i) Identify X and Y. (ii) Give the chemical equation for the reaction stated above. (iii)
State the reaction of Y with dry slaked lime.
28. How is copper obtained from its ore ? Write equations. (b) How is impure copper refined by electrolytic
refining ? Draw diagram and write reactions at cathode and anode.
29. An object of size 7.0 cm is placed at 27 cm in front of a concave mirror of focal length 18 cm. At what
distance from the mirror should a screen be placed, so that a sharp focused image can be obtained? Find
the size and the nature of the image.
30. (a) State Ohm’s law.
(b) Define 1 ohm.
(c) A graph between potential difference (V) and current (I) is given in figure. Find the resistance of the
conductor using the graph.

31. (i) State the rule used to find the force acting on a current carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field.
(ii) Given below are three diagrams showing entry of an electron in a magnetic field. Identify the case in
which the force will be (1) maximum and (2) minimum respectively. Give reason for your answer.

32. Following are the two examples of plant movement:

(i) Which stimulus is common for movement in both the cases?

(ii) Does the movement take place towards the point where stimulus is received? Mention separately for
both plants.
 (iii) Give one reason for the movement in each case.
33. Some plants do not produce seeds. For such plants parts like roots, stem and leaves are used to develop
into new plants.
(a) Identify the process.
(b) Which type of reproduction is it- sexual or asexual ? Answer with reason.
(c) Give any two examples of this process.
SECTION D
34. (a) What is the difference between displacement and double displacement reactions? Explain giving
example.
(b) An aqueous solution of metal nitrate P reacts with sodium bromide solution to form yellow ppt of
compound Q which is used in photography. Q on exposure to sunlight undergoes decomposition
reaction to form metal present in P along with reddish brown gas. Identify P& Q. Write the chemical
reaction & type of chemical reaction.
35. A person cannot see distinctly the object placed beyond 5 cm from his eyes. Name the defect of vision the
person is suffering from. Draw a ray diagram to illustrate this defect. List its two possible causes. Name
the lens used for the correction of this defect.
36. A flowering plant with blue colour flowers is cross-pollinated with another one bearing white flowers.
All plants of F1 generation had blue flowers. Plants of F1 generation were cross pollinated to obtain F2
generation. Based on the above information, make a cross/illustration and answer the following
questions:
a. What is the genotype of F2 progeny?
b. What percentage of plants bear white flowers in F2 generation?
c. What is the name given to such a cross?
d. Give the phenotypic ratio for F2 progeny.
SECTION E
37. Ramesh consulted a cardiologist as his father had been hospitalized since he was having pain in his chest.
The doctor examined him thoroughly and suggested few changes in lifestyle and diet. He said that our
body needs healthy fats for energy and other functions. But too much saturated fat can
cause cholesterol to build up in your arteries (blood vessels). Animal fats contain saturated fats that raise
your LDL (bad) cholesterol. High LDL cholesterol increases your risk for heart disease and stroke.

(A) How can unsaturated hydrocarbons be converted to saturated hydrocarbons?

(B) Name the above reaction and also write the equation.
(C) Name the catalysts used in the above reaction.
38. Valves are mechanical devices designed to control the flow of liquid and gases. Many valves are
manually operated. Electrically operated valves are known as solenoid valves. A solenoid valve consists
of two basic units: an assembly of the solenoid (the electromagnet) and plunger (the core), and a valve
containing an opening (orifice) in which a disc or plug is positioned to control the flow of fluid. The valve
is opened or closed by the movement of the magnetic plunger. When the coil is energized, the plunger is
drawn into the solenoid (electromagnet) and flow through the orifice is allowed. The valve returns
 automatically to its original position when current ceases due to the pressure of spring and flow through
the orifice is restricted.

(A). Where should a magnetic compass be placed in solenoid to get maximum deflection in the magnetic
compass?
(B). How can the magnetic field strength of a solenoid be increased?
(C) Draw the magnetic field lines produced inside a solenoid.
39. Shivam went to the hospital along with his grand father as he was suffering from fever. When they were
passing through the dialyzing unit, Shivam saw a patient undergoing dialysis. His grandfather explained
that dialysis is a treatment for people whose kidneys are failing. Dialysis does the work of your kidneys,
removing waste products and excess fluid from the blood.

(A) Name the organs of the human excretory system.

(B) Where is the urine formed collected?
(C) What is the function of Bowman’s capsule and gloremulus?