ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Science Education)

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Course: General Science (6404)

Level: ADE/B.Ed (4-Years) Semester: Autumn, 2023
Instructions for Assignment
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. Read each question carefully before writing an answer.
3. Read the relevant units of the study guide for writing the answer of a question and
arrange the points in an appropriate manner for the answer.
4. You may take help from other resources such as books, websites and other online
resources for writing the answer of a question.
5. You must mention the resources used for writing the answer at the end of the answer.
6. Assignment should be handwritten. Typed assignments will not be accepted.
7. Write the answer in your own words.
8. The answer of a question must contain at least 1200-155 words
9. Leave 2-3 lines after every answer so that the tutor may provide feedback on your
answer.
10. Send each assignment separately under postal cover.
11. You will receive your assignment back after it is checked.
12. If any part of your assignment is not marked or there is an error in the calculation
of total score of assignment then you may contact your tutor/regional center for
further guidance.
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
(Units 1–4)
Q.1 A) Fill in the blanks with suitable words. (20)
i. The temperature at which a liquid is changed from liquid to vapours by
applying heat is called……………………
ii. The values of kinetic friction is always………………..than static friction.
iii. Each d subshell holds- electrons.
iv. The crust is a layer made up of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.
v. Ozone layer occurs in the earths………………….layer.

B) What is force of friction? Write advantages and disadvantages of friction.

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Q.2. What are scientific discoveries? Give description of any ten discoveries. (20)

Q.3 Elaborate impact of atmosphere on the earth. (20)

Q.4 Give detailed note on the following: (20)

i. Movement of molecules in solids.
ii. Effect of temperature on the structure of solids.
iii. Movement of molecules in liquids.
iv. Movement of molecules n gases.

Q.5. Describe different aspects of pressures. (20)

ASSIGNMENT No. 2
(Units 5–9)
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Q.1 Fill in the blanks (20)

A). i. The finger like structures which absorb nutrient are called.-
ii. Plasma contains…………..percent water.
iii. RBCs contain a pigment called……………..
iv. Among the foumbers of the heart…………chamber has the strongest
walls.
v. Male gametes are called-

B). What is specific heat? Write applications of specific heat.

Q.2 What are different temperature measurement scales? How temperature in one scale
can be converted from one scale to other scale. (20)

Q.3 What is magnetism and magnetic lines of force? Write properties of magnetic fields. (20)

Q.4 Write characteristic features of Bryophytes and pteridophytes. (20)

Q.5 What are different types of muscles? Write functions of muscles in human body. (20)