JBN, Second Preliminary Examination (2021 - 2022) Subject: Biology Grade: 10 Date: 24 February 2022 Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Max. Marks: 40 Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately. You will not be allowed to write during the first 10 minutes. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers. Attempt all questions from Section A and any three questions from Section B. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ]. This Paper consists of 5 printed pages. SECTION A (Attempt all questions.) Question 1 [10] Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. 1. The normal diastolic blood pressure in a normal healthy adult human is. A. 80mm HG B. 60 mm HG Cc. 90 mm HG D. 120 mm HG A. Retina B. Corea C. Sclera D. Choroid 2. The region in the eye where the rod and cones are located are the Page 1of 53. Which of the following statement is.incorrect about double circulation? A. Itonly occurs in mammals ; B. Itis composed of systemic circulation C. Itis composed of Pulmonary circulation D. It occurs in all vertebrates 4. Hyposecretion of cortisone causes A. Parkinson's disease B. Addison's disease C. Cushing syndrome D. Myxedema Connects the two cerebral hemispheres A. Cerebellum B. Thalamus C. Corpus callosum D. Medulla oblongata The step of urine formation occurring in Malpighian capsule A. Selective reabsorption B. Tubular secretion C. Ultrafiltration D. Waste filtration 7. This structure holds the lens in position A. Comea B. Pupil C. Optic nerve D. Ciliary body 8. The part of brain which controls the body temperature, A. Cerebrum B. Pituitary gland C. Hypothalamus D. Spinal nerves 8. Following hormone is released by the alpha cells of Pancreas. A. Insulin B. Glucagon C. Somatostatin D. Glucocorticoid 10. is the last part of a single nephron. A. Collecting duct B. Distal convoluted tubule C. Henle's loop D. Glomerulus Page 2 of §SECTION B (Attempt any three questions.) Question 2 [10] (Explain why the blood flowing away from the stomach and intestine is put into circulation via the liver and not directly. (2) (i) The diagram given below is an external view of the human brain. ‘Study the same and answer the questions that follow. a. Name the parts labelled A, B and C in the diagram. i b. Mention the collective term for the membranes covering the brain. t c. State the function of part A & B 2] (ii) Differentiate between yellow spot & blind spot. 2 (iv) Mention any two functions of spleen. 2) Question 3 [10] () Complete the following table by filling in the blanks from 1 to 10 with appropriate terms. (5) 2 4 Promotes glucose utilization by the body cells. 8 10 Page 3 of S(ii) Draw a neat & labelled diagram of Malpighian capsule. (2] (ii) Describe the function of cochlea, (2) (iv) Define accommodation of the eye. 1) Question 4 [10] (i) The diagram given below shows a section of a human kidney. Study the diagram carefully and answer tl fhe questions that follow. a. Label the parts numbered 1 to 4. (2) b. Why does part 2" have a striped appearance? (1) ¢. What is the fluid that passes down part ‘4"? Name the main nitrogenous waste present in it. fol Explain the term tropic hormone using an example. 2] Define hyperopia. With the help of a diagram explain how itcan be corrected? 2) () State the location & function of central canal, 2) Question 5 © Give reason why we urinate fewer times in summer than in winter. [2] ) Name the part of the ear which is responsible for transmitting impulses to the brain. a) (ii) Define hypertension. i (™) Draw & label the drawing of human eye (label minimum 6 parts). (4) () Explain somatic nervous system along with its components. (2) Page 4 ofSQuestion 6 10] (1) (i) Differentiate between Chordae tendinae and suspensory ligament on the basis of their function. ti (ji) Given below is the diagram of human ear. Study the same & answer the questions (i) State the name of the fluid that reduces friction during heartbeat. that follows: a. Label the parts 2 to 5. (1) b. Name the fluid present in the inner ear. fol . Which structure shown above responds to change in position write the number & name. 4. a 1] Which structure shown above equalizes the atmospheric : hich structure shown ab pheric pressure & ear pressure (iv) Explain the process of phagocytosis with the help of a diagram 2] (¥) Enlist two changes in your body in an extreme dangerous situati hormone responsible for bringing these changes. eS (2) End of Paper —-——. Page Sof S