ICSE PAPER 2002

(Attempt All Questions)

Question 1.
(a) Name the following : [8]
(i) A substance that initiates an immune response.
(ii) A fluid that transports fatty acid and glycerol.
(iii) The structure in which the testes are present in a man.
(iv) The micro-organism that causes AIDS.
(v) The valve present in between the chambers of the right side of the human heart.
(vi) Condition of a cell placed in a hypotonic solution.
(vii) A pollutant largely responsible for acid rain.
(viii) The part of the human brain that controls body temperature.
(b) Given below are certain functional activities of specific structures in the body of living organisms.
Name the structure responsible for the same. [8]
(i) Prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing.
(ii) Transfers impulses from inner ear to brain.
(iii) Initiates cell division in animal cells.
(iv) Helps to change the focal length of the eye lens.
(v) Transports oxygen to the cells of the human body.
(vi) Helps to increase the volume of the chest cavity lengthwise.
(vii) Transports manufactured food from leaves to other parts of the plant.
(viii) Acts as bearer of heredity units.
(c) Choose the correct answer to the following :
(You may either write the statement with the correct answer or may write the corresponding
letter of the alphabet.)
(i) Cerebellum is the part of the brain which is responsible for :
(a) Interpreting sensations.
(b) Conducting reflexes in the body.
(c) Maintaining posture and equilibrium.
(d) Controlling thinking, memory and reasoning.
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(ii) The mineral element essential for the clotting of blood is :
(a) Iron. (b) Calcium. (c) Iodine. (d) Sulphur.
(iii) A plant is kept in a dark cupboard for about 48 hours before conducting any experiment
on photosynthesis to :
(a) Remove chlorophyll from the leaves.
(b) Remove starch from the plant.
(c) Ensure that no photosynthesis occurs.
(d) Ensure that the leaves are free from starch.
(iv) The parts of the human ear concerned with hearing are :
(a) cochlea, ear ossicles and tympanum.
(b) semicircular canals, utricules and saccules.
(c) eustachian tube, tympanum and utricules
(d) perilymph, ear ossicles and semicircular canals.
(v) During respiration, there is :
(a) Gain in dry weight.
(b) Loss in dry weight.
(c) No change in weight.
(d) All of the above depending on the type of respirable material.
(vi) Marine fish when thrown under tap water bursts because of :
(a) Endosmosis. (b) Exosmosis. (c) Diffusion. (d) Plasmolysis.
(vii) Introduction of deadened or weak microbes into the body is termed :
(a) Immunisation. (b) Vaccine. (c) Sterilisation. (d) Vaccination.
(viii) Duplicated chromosomes are joined at a point termed :
(a) Centrosome. (b) Centromere. (c) Centriole. (d) Chromatid.
(d) Match the items in Column I with those which are most appropriate in Column II. You must
rewrite the matching pairs : [8]
Column I Column II
(a) Liver (i) basic unit of the brain
(b) Ova (ii) stimulated by light
(c) Alveoli (iii) deoxygenated blood
(d) Cochlea (iv) part of the sclera
(e) Vein (v) haploid cell
(f) Neuron (vi) blind sacs
(g) Stomata (vii) found in the kidney
(h) Grana (viii) audio receptors
(ix) diffusion of gases
(x) break down of proteins
(xi) diploid cell
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(e) Given below is a table consisting of a set of items belonging to a common category. Complete
the table by filling in the category and the odd one in the blanks. The first example has been
done for you. [8]
Set Category Odd one
(i) Glucose, Starch, Cellulose, Carbohydrates Calcium
Calcium
(ii) Pleura, Pericardium,
Meninges, Spinal Cord
(iii) BCG, Cholera, Rabies,
Tuberculosis
(iv) Adrenalin, Penicillin,
Insulin, Thyroxine
(v) Xylem, Collenchyma,
Cartilage, Parenchyma
Answer :
(a) (i) Antigen.
(ii) Lymph.
(iii) Scrotum.
(iv) HIV.
(v) Tricuspid valve (Right auriculo-ventricular valve).
(vi) Turgid/Deplasmolysed.
(vii) Sulphur dioxide.
(viii) Hypothalamus.
(b) (i) Epiglottis. (ii) Auditory nerve.
(iii) Centrosome. (iv) Ciliary muscles.
(v) Red blood cells. (vi) Diaphragm.
(vii) Phloem. (viii) Genes.
(c) (i) Maintaining posture and equilibrium. (ii) Calcium.
(iii) Remove starch from the plant. (iv) Cochlea, ear ossicles and
tympanum.
(v) Loss in dry weight. (vi) Endosmosis
(vii) Vaccination (viii) Centromere.
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(d)
(e)
Column I Column II
(a) Liver (i) break down of proteins
(b) Ova (ii) haploid cell
(c) Alveoli (iii) blind sacs
(d) Cochlea (iv) audio receptors
(e) Vein (v) deoxygenated blood
(f) Neuron (vi) basic unit of the brain
(g) Stomata (vii) diffusion of gases
(h) Grana (viii) stimulated by light
Set Category Odd one
(i) Glucose, Starch, Cellulose, Carbohydrates Calcium
Calcium
(ii) Pleura, Pericardium, Protective Spinal cord
Meninges, Spinal Cord coverings
(iii) BCG, Cholera, Rabies, Diseases BCG
Tuberculosis
(iv) Adrenalin, Penicillin, Hormones Penicillin
Insulin, Thyroxine
(v) Xylem, Collenchyma, Plant tissue Cartilage
Cartilage, Parenchyma
(Attempt any FOUR Questions)
Question 2.
(a) The alongside diagram represents the human brain
as seen in an external view. Study the same and
then answer the question that follow :
(i) Name the parts labelled 1, 2, 3 and 4.
(ii) Mention the difference in the arrangement
of the nerve cells in the parts marked 1 and 4.
1
3
4
2
[6]
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(iii) What is the main function of the parts marked 3 and 4 ?
(iv) Name the sheet of nerve fibres that connect the two halves of the part labelled 1.
(b) Define the following terms :
(i) Photophosphorylation (ii) Diffusion
(iii) Noise pollution (iv) Synapse [4]
Answer :
(a) (i) 1. Cerebrum 2. Cerebellum 3. Medulla Oblongata
4. Spinal Cord
(ii)
(iii) 3 (Medulla Oblongata) Its main function is to control the involuntary actions
of human body.
4 (Spinal Cord) Spinal cord conducts four main functions :
1. Conducting sensory impulses from skin and muscles to brain.
2. Conducting motor response from brain to muscles of the trunk and limbs.
3. Controls reflexes below the neck region.
4. Controls most of the involuntary actions.
(iv) Corpus Callosum.
(b) (i) Conversion of low grade energy Adenosine diphosphate (ADP) into high
potential chemical energy Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is known as
photophosphorylation. It takes place in the presence of light.
ADP
Chlorophyll
Light
ATP
(ii) Diffusion is the movement of molecules of a substance (solute or solvent, gas,
liquid or solid) from the region of their higher concentration to the region of
their lower concentration.
(iii) Noise pollution is the production of any unwanted sound which causes adverse
effects like deafness. Noise disturbs and interrupts the thought process, as a
result of which efficiency in work is lowered. So, we can say that noise affect
both our physical and mental health.
(iv) Synapse is the point of contact between the terminal branches of the axon of one
neuron with the dendrites of another neuron.
Question 3.
(a) The figure given below is a diagrammatic
representation of a part of the cross section of the
root in the root hair zone. Study the same and
then answer the questions that follow :
1 (Cerebrum)
The cortex (outer portion) contains
cell bodies of neuron forming grey
matter. The inner portion forms
white matter.
4 (Spinal Cord)
The inner portion contains cell
bodies of neuron forming grey
matter. The outer portion forms
white matter.
5
1
3
4 2
[6]
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(i) Name the parts indicated by guidelines 1 to 5.
(ii) Is the root hair cell unicellular or multicellular ?
(iii) Draw a labelled diagram of the root hair cell as it would appear if some fertilizer is added
to the soil close to it.
(iv) Name the process responsible for the entry of water molecules from the soil into A1 and
then A2.
(v) What pressure is responsible for the movement of water in the direction indicated by
arrows ?
(vi) How is this pressure set up ?
(b) Mention the difference between the following pairs on the basis of what is given in brackets :[4]
(i) Artery and Vein (type of blood flowing through)
(ii) Serum and Vaccine (composition)
(iii) Antiseptic and Disinfectant (Function)
(iv) Photosynthesis and Respiration (Reactants).
Answer :
(a) (i) 1. Root hair 2. Epidermal Cell
3. Xylem 4. Cortical cell
5. Vacuole.
(ii) Unicellular
(iii) Root hair will shrink due to plasmolysis.
(iv) Osmosis.
(v) Root pressure.
(vi) Root pressure is set up due to alternate turgidity and flaccidity of the root hair
cells and the cortical cells.
(b) (i)
Artery Vein
It carries oxygenated blood. It carries deoxygenated blood.
(Exception : Pulmonary artery) (Exception : Pulmonary vein)
(ii) Serum Vaccine
It consists of water, proteins, fat, It consists of dead or weakened
minerals, hormones and urea. microbes that stimulate the body
to produce its own antibodies.
FULL GROWN ROOT HAIR
NUCLEUS
VACUOLE
CYTOPLASM
CELL MEMBRANE
CELL WALL
EPIDERMAL CELL
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(iii) Antiseptic Disinfectant
These are chemical substances which These are powerful chemical
destroy some bacteria and prevent the substances used for destroying
growth of others on the body or wound. microbes in spots and places and
for sterilizing operation theatres
and surgical instruments.
(iv) Photosynthesis Respiration
Carbon dioxide and water are the Oxygen and glucose are the
reactants. reactants.
Question 4.
(a) The diagram given below is that of a developing human foetus in the womb. Study the same
and then answer the questions that follow : [6]
(i) Name the parts 1 to 5 indicated by guidelines.
(ii) What term is given to the period of development of the foetus in the womb ?
(iii) How many days does the foetus take to be fully developed ?
(iv) Mention two functions of the parts labelled 2 other than its endocrine function.
(v) Name the hormone (any one) produced by the part labelled 2.
(vi) What is the function of the part marked 3 ?
(b) (i) State Mendels law of dominance. [4]
(ii) What is a dihybrid ratio ?
(iii) Define Phenotype.
(iv) What are autosomes ?
Answer :
(a) (i) 1 Umbilical cord 2 Placenta
3 Amniotic fluid 4 Mouth of uterus/cervix
5 Muscular wall of uterus
(ii) Gestation period.
(iii) 280 days.
2
5
1
3
4
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(iv) 1. Transfer oxygen, nutrients, water and hormones from mother to developing
embryo (diffusion).
2. It excretes nitrogenous wastes and carbon dioxide which need to be
continuously removed.
(v) Progesterone/oestrogen.
(vi) Amniotic fluid acts as a cushion for the embryo and protects it from jerks or
mechanical shocks.
(b) (i) Mendels law of dominance states that out of a pair of contrasting characters
brought together in an offspring, one always dominates over the other. The one
that is expressed is dominant and the one that remains masked, is recessive.
(ii) Dihybrid ratio 9 : 3 : 3 : 1
(iii) Phenotype refers to the observable characteristics of an organism which are
genetically controlled.
(iv) All the chromosomes other than sex chromosomes present in diploid cells are
known as autosomes.
Question 5.
(a) (i) What is a Lacrimal gland ? [6]
(ii) In what two ways is yellow spot different from blind spot ?
(iii) Name an old-age eye defect. Why is it caused ?
(iv) What is meant by power of accommodation of the eye ?
(v) Mention the characteristics of the image that falls on the retina of the eye.
(vi) Name the photoreceptors found in the retina of the eye.
(b) In each of the following cases, pick out one term which includes the other three : [4]
(i) glucose, oxygen, energy, oxidation.
(ii) glomerular filtrate, bowmans capsule, ultrafiltration, glomerulus.
(iii) ethyl alcohol, carbon dioxide, anaerobic, oxygen absence.
(iv) diffusion, respiratory gases, alveoli, capillary network.
Answer :
(a) (i) Lacrimal glands are the structures located at the upper, outer end of the eyeball,
beneath the eyelid. Lacrimal glands manufacture tears. These tears contain
bactericidal enzyme called lysozyme which cleans and lubricates the eyeball.
(ii) Yellow Spot Blind Spot
1. It is the area of best vision. 1. It is the area of no vision.
2. It contains maximum number 2. There are no cone and
of cone cells. rod cells in this area.
(iii) Presbyopia is an old-age eye defect. It is caused due to the loss of elasticity of
the lens with age.
(iv) Adjustment of the eye with the help of ciliary muscles in order to assure clear
vision of objects at different distances is called accomodation.
(v) The image formed is inverted, real and diminished.
(vi) Rods and cones.
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(b) (i) Oxidation. (ii) Ultrafiltration
(iii) Anaerobic (iv) Alveoli.
Question 6.
(a) In order to study and prove a particular physiological process in plants, the following experiment
was set up. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow : [6]
(i) Name the physiological process being studied.
(ii) What is the function of soda lime in the bottle A and why is lime water placed in bottle
B ?
(iii) What change would you expect to observe in bottle D ?
(iv) Represent the physiological process named in i above in the form of a chemical equation.
(v) In order to obtain accurate results, the bottle C should be covered with a black cloth.
Why ?
(vi) If bottle C were fitted with a 3 holed rubber stopper and a thermometer were introduced
in such a way that its bulb reaches close to the germinating seeds, what would you
observe ? Why?
(b) Column B is a list of items related to ideas in Column A. Match the term in Column B
with the suitable idea given in Column A. [4]
Column A Column B
(i) Chromosomes become arranged in a horizontal Anaphase
plane at the equator.
(ii) Daughter chromosomes move to opposite poles of Prophase
the spindle.
(iii) Chromosomes become visible as fine, long threads. Telophase
(iv) Chromosomes lose their distinctiveness and gradually Metaphase
become transformed into chromatin network.
Answer :
(a) (i) Respiration.
(ii) Soda lime in bottle A absorbs the carbon dioxide from the air passing through it.
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Lime water in bottle B is kept to make sure that no carbon dioxide is present
in the air which enters bottle C. Carbon dioxide, if present, would turn lime
water milky.
(iii) The lime water present in bottle D will turn milky due to the carbon dioxide
produced because of respiration.
(iv) C
6
H
12
O
6
+ 6O
2

Respiration
6 CO
2
+ 6H
2
O + 38 ATP
(Glucose) (Oxygen) (Carbon dioxide) (Water) (Energy)
(v) The bottle C should be covered with a black cloth to avoid photosynthesis. If
photosynthesis takes place, carbon dioxide produced during respiration will
be used up and the desired result of the experiment will not be achieved.
Therefore, to stop sunlight from entering the bottle, it should be covered with
black cloth as photosynthesis is initiated by sunlight.
(vi) If a thermometer is introduced in bottle C, a rise in temperature will be
noticed because germinating seeds produce heat during respiration.
(b) Column A
(i) Chromosomes become arranged in a
horizontal plane at the equator.
(ii) Daught er chr omosomes move t o
opposite poles of the spindle.
(iii) Chromosomes become visible as fine,
long threads.
(iv) Chromosomes lose their distinctiveness
and gradually become transformed into
chromatin network.
Column B
Metaphase
Anaphase
Prophase
Telophase
Question 7.
(a) Given below is a diagram of a smear of human blood. Study the same and then answer the
questions that follow :
(i) Name the parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 indicated by guidelines.
(ii) Mention two structural differences between the parts labelled 1 and 2.
(iii) What is the main function of the parts labelled 1, 2 and 3 ?
(iv) What is the life span of the part labelled 1 ?
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(v) Name a soluble protein found in 4 which helps in the clotting of blood.
(vi) Name the disease in which blood fails to clot naturally.
(b) What do the following abbrevations stand for : [4]
(i) WHO
(ii) NADP
(iii) DNA
(iv) ATP ?
Answer :
(a) (i) 1 Red blood cells
2 White blood cells
3 Platelets
4 Plasma
(ii) 1 (RBCs) 2 (WBCs)
(iii) 1. (RBCs) They transport oxygen to the cells and tissues of the body.
2. (WBCs) They destroy bacteria and provide defence to the body.
3. (Platelets) At the site of injury, platelets disintegrate to release a chemical
substance thromboplastin which initiates the process of blood clotting.
(iv) 120 days
(v) Fibrinogen.
(vi) Haemophilia (Bleeders disease).
(b) (i) World Health Organisation
(ii) Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate
(iii) Deoxyribonucleic Acid
(iv) Adenosine Triphosphate.
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Question 1.
(a) Name the following : [8]
(i) The genetic constitution of an organism.
1. They contain nucleus.
2. They are like amoeboid and can
produce pseudopodia.
1. The mature RBCs are devoid of
nucleus.
2. They are like the biconcave
discs.
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(ii) The tissue responsible for the ascent of sap in plants.
(iii) The part of the eye responsible for its shape.
(iv) The part of the chloroplast where the dark reaction of photosynthesis takes place.
(v) The kind of animal tissue found lining the respiratory organs.
(vi) The gland in the skin that secretes sebum.
(vii) The pressure which is responsible for the movement of water molecules across the corti-
cal cells of the root.
(viii) The blood vessel which carries oxygenated blood to the liver.
(b) Given below in the box are a set of 22 biological terms. Of these, 18 can be paired into 9
matching pairs. Of the nine pairs, one has been done for you as an example. Write out the
remaining 8 matching pairs. Number the pairs made by you as I to 8. [8]
Cell wall, Deoxy ribonucleic acid, Neurotransmitter, Vaccine, Antibiotic, Weakened mi-
crobes, Melanin, Spinal cord, Adipose tissue, Cellulose, Chromosome, Adenosine triphos-
phate, Neuron, Subcutaneous layer, Penicillin, Energy molecule, Malphigian layer, Lysol,
Liver, Acetylcholine, Kidney, Haemophilia..
Example : Adenosine triphosphate - energy molecule.
(c) There are five groups given below with four examples in each. In each group, there is one
example which does not fit into the category. For each of these groups write down the category
of the group and identify the odd one as shown in the example below : [8]
(0) Diplococcus, Salmonella typhi, Plasmodium, Vibrio cholerae.
(i) Adrenal, Liver, Thyroid, Pituitary.
(ii) Coughing, Sneezing, Eating, Blinking.
(iii) Corpus luteum, Corpus callosum, Pons, Cerebellum.
(iv) Sulphur dioxide, Carbon monoxide, Oxygen, Nitrogen dioxide.
Sr. No. 0 has been done for you as an example.
Example : S.No. Category Odd one
(0) Disease causing bacteria Plasmodium
(d) Give the technical terms for the following :- [8]
(i) Loss of water in the form of water droplets from the margin of leaves.
(ii) A statistical study of the human population of a region.
(iii) Air breathed in and out during quiet normal breathing.
(iv) Movement of WBCs out of capillary walls at the site of the injury.
(v) The period of intrauterine development of the embryo.
(vi) A colourless plastid in the cytoplasm of plant cells around which starch collects.
(vii) Proteins produced in the blood to fight and destroy harmful microbes.
(viii) The phase of contraction of the chambers of the heart.
(e) Given below is an incomplete table relating to certain structures found in the human body,
their location, and function. Study the same and then give the appropriate answer in terms of
structure, location and function, for the blanks numbered 1 to 8 : [8]
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Structure Location Function
Epiglottis 1 2
3 4 Insulates the Axon
5 the glands on top 6
of the kidneys
Yellow spot 7 8
Answer :
(a) (i) Genotype
(ii) Xylem
(iii) Sclera
(iv) Stroma
(v) Ciliated Epithelial Tissue
(vi) Sebaceous glands
(vii) Root pressure
(viii) Hepatic Artery
(b) ATP Energy molecule
Neurotransmitter Acetylcholine
Adipose tissue Subcutaneous layer
Malpighian layer Melanin
Cell wall Cellulose
Antibiotic Penicillin
Vaccine Weakened microbes
Neuron Spinal cord
Chromosome DNA
(c) Sr. No. Category Odd one
1. Endocrine glands Liver
2. Involuntary actions Eating
3. Parts of brain Corpus luteum
4. Pollutants Oxygen
(d) (i) Guttation
(ii) Demography
(iii) Tidal Volume
(iv) Diapedesis
(v) Gestation Period
(vi) Leucoplast
(vii) Antibody
(viii) Systole
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B
C
A
(e) 1. Opening of larynx (glottis)
2. Guarding the opening of larynx (glottis), preventing entry of food in respiratory
tract.
3. Myelin sheath
4. Surrounds nerve fibre
5. Adrenal glands
6. Helps body in emergency
7. At the back of eye on horizontal axis
8. Point of brightened vision
(Attempt any FOUR Questions)
Question 2.
(a) Given below is the diagram of a part of the human ear. Study the same and then answer the
questions that follow :- [5]
Labyrinth of the inner ear.
(i) Give the biological term for Malleus, Incus and Stapes.
(ii) Name the parts labelled A, B and C in the diagram.
(iii) State the functions of the parts labelled A and B.
(iv) Name the audio receptor region present in the part labelled A.
(b) A healthy croton plant bearing variegated leaves was kept in a dark cupboard to destarch it
after which it was placed in sunlight for a few hours. One of the leaves was then plucked and an
outline of the leaf marking the green and the non-green regions was drawn. The leaf was then
tested for starch. Using the above information, answer the following questions : [5]
(i) State the aim of the above experiment.
(ii) Name the Chemical used for testing the presence of starch.
(iii) Why is the leaf boiled in water and alcohol before testing for the presence of starch ?
(iv) What change is seen on the leaf after the starch test ?
(v) Give the chemical equation to represent the process of starch formation in plants.
Answer :
(a) (i) Hammer, anvil and stirrup.
(ii) (A) Cochlea
(B) Semi-circular canals
(C) Utricle, sacculus
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COBALT CHLORIDE PAPER
CLIPS
SLIDES
(iii) (A) Concerend with hearing
(B) Have receptors for static equilibrium
(iv) Organs of corti
(b) (i) To show that chlorophyll is necessary for photosynthesis.
(ii) Iodine
(iii) To kill the enzymes and to remove chlorophyll from the leaf
(iv) Green parts turned blue black while non-green parts turned brown.
(v) 6CO
2
+ 12H
2
O

Light
Chlorophyll
C
6
H
12
O
6
+ 6O
2

+ 6H
2
O
n [C
6
H
I2
O
6
]
Condensation
Polymerisation
[C
6
H
I0
O
5
]
n
+ nH
2
O
starch
Question 3.
(a) Given below is the diagram of an experimental set up to study the process of transpiration in
plants. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow [5]

(i) What is the colour of dry cobalt chloride paper ?

(ii) Is the experimental leaf a monocot or a dicot ? Give a reason to support your answer.
(iii) Why are glass slides placed over the dry cobalt chloride papers ?
(iv) After about half an hour what change, if any, would you expect to find in the cobalt
chloride paper placed on the dorsal and ventral sides of the leaf ? Give a reason to sup-
port your answer.
(v) Define the term transpiration.
(b) (i) Draw a neat diagram of a single Malpighian corpuscle and label the following parts
Glomerulus, Bowmans capsule, Afferent arteriole, and Efferent arteriole.
(ii) Name and define the process that occurs in the Glomerulus. [5]
Answer :
(a) (i) Blue
(ii) Dicot
Reason - Reticulate venation.
(iii) To make the better contact of cobalt chloride paper with the leaf and to prevent
absorption of water from the air.
(iv) More transpiration occurs on dorsal side because, blue cobalt chloride turns
pink on dorsal side (lower side) much earlier than ventral side (upper side).
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(v) Transpiration is a process during which water in the form of water vapours
is lost from the exposed aerial parts of the plant.
(b) (i)
(ii) Ultrafiltration : Filtration taking place under tremendous pressure.
Question 4.
(a) (i) From where to where do the following blood vessels carry blood ? [5]
(1) Hepatic vein.
(2) Hepatic portal vein.
(ii) State any four major activities of the Red Cross Society.
(iii) Define birth rate.
(b) Differentiate between any five of the following : [5]
(i) Blood plasma and serum.
(ii) Antiseptic and disinfectant.
(iii) Catabolism and anabolism.
(iv) Pleural fluid and pericardial fluid.
(v) Aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration.
(vi) Structure of the sperm and the structure of the ovum.
Answer :
(a) (i) 1. Liver to heart
2.Stomach and intestine to liver
(ii) 1. Educates people on first aid and related skills.
2.To look after maternal and child welfare activities.
3.To arrange for ambulance during emergencies.
4.To procure and supply blood to the needy victims of war.
5.To educate people in accident preventions.
(iii) It is the number of children born per 1000 living person, per year.
(b) (i) Blood plasma Serum
contains fibrin does not contain fibrin
(ii) Antiseptic Disinfectant
can be applied on body cannot be applied on body
EFFERENT ARTERIOLE
BOWMANS CAPSULE
GLOMERULUS
AFFERENT
ARTERIOLE
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VAS DEFERENS
EPIDIDYMIS
SEMINAL VESICLES
TESTIS
(iii) Anabolism Catabolism
It is a constructive, i. e. , It is a destructive, i.e.,
a building up process. a breaking up process.
(iv) Pleural Pericardial
Protects lungs Protects heart
(v) Aerobic Anaerobic
Occurs in presence of O
2
Occurs in absence of O
2
(v) Sperm Ovum
Has a distinct head and tail Large, rounded, non-motile form reception cone
to engulf the sperm
Question 5.
(a) Given below is the outline of the cross-section of the male reproductive system : [5]
(i) Copy the outline on to your answer sheet with pencil and label the following parts :
testis, epididymis, seminal vesicles, vas deferens.
(ii) Name the hormone produced by the testis.
(iii) Why are sperms produced in large numbers ?
(iv) State the function of the seminal vesicles.
(b) Define the following terms, giving one example of each :- [5]
(i) Alleles
(ii) Hormones
(iii) Exocrine glands
(iv) Active transport
(v) Gaseous pollutant.
Answer :
(a) (i)
(ii) Testosterone
(iii) Because many sperms perish due to the acidic environment of the uterus.
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(iv) To provide energy for sperms.
(b) (i) Different forms of the same gene. Alleles producing black and white hair is an
example.
(ii) Secretions from endocrine glands which acts on target cells. e.g. Thyroxine.
(iii) The glands which pour their secretions with the help of ducts. e.g. Sweat glands.
(iv) Process of forcibly carrying solutes from their region of low concentration to
high concentration by using energy. e.g. In the root, solutes are taken up from
the soil through active transport.
(v) The gas which when present alters and affects the atmosphere is called gaseous
pollutant. e.g., SO
2
.
Question 6.
(a) The diagram below represents a certain category of blood vessels showing the role of a special
structure in their walls :- [5]
(i) Name the kind of blood vessels shown.
(ii) Name the structures shown inside the blood vessels.
(iii) Describe the role of these structures.
(iv) Are these structures present in any other kind of blood vessel ? If so, name it.
(v) Towards which side of the figure (top or bottom) is the heart located ?
(b) (i) What are the age restrictions for marriage by law for boys and girls in India ? [5]
(ii) Name two surgical techniques (one for the human male and another for the human
female) that can be used to prevent pregnancy in the female.
(iii) Give two advantages of a small family.
Answer :
(i) Vein
(ii) Valves
(iii) Prevent backflow of blood during contraction of heart.
(iv) Lymph vessels
(v) Top
(b) (i) Boys - 21 years
Girls - 18 years
(ii) Males- Vasectomy; Females - Tubectomy
(iii) 1. It provides sufficient facilities to children.
2. Standard of living of family is raised.
DIRECTION OF
BLOOD FLOW
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Question 7.
(a) Given below is a

diagram representing a stage during mitotic cell division in an animal cell :
(i) Identify the above stage. Give a reason to support your answer. [5]
(b) (i) They regain their turgor pressure.
(ii) The tree gives CO
2
, at night due to respiration. Moreover, there is no photosyn-
thesis at night.
(iii) Much water is lost by sweat during summer and during winter much water has
to be reabsorbed.
(iv) Biconcave discs So that they can travel in a single profile and squeeze through
narrow capillaries.
Mitochondria absent So that they should not use oxygen for themselves.
(v) (a) It interferes with human communication, comfort and health.
(b) It causes anxiety, stress and high blood pressure.
(c) It affects peace of mind and interrupts concentration of thought.
(v) Mitosis
1. Two daughter cells are formed.
2. Same number of chromosomes as
that of parent cell.
Meiosis
1. Four daughter cells are formed.
2. Half the number of chromo-
somes as that of parent cell.
(ii) Name the cell organelle that forms the aster
(iii) Name the parts labelled 1, 2, and 3.
(iv) Name the stage that follows this stage of
mitosis. How can this stage be identified ?
(v) Mention two points of difference between
mitosis and `meiosis with regard to:-
1. The number of daughter cells formed.
2. The chromosome number in the daugh-
ter cells.
(b) Give one reason for each of the following :-
(i) Wilted lettuce leaves if kept in cold water become crisp. [5]
(ii) It is advisable not to sleep under a tree at night.
(iii) Urine is slightly thicker in summer than in winter.
(iv) Erythrocytes are biconcave discs and lack mitochondria.
(v) Noise is regarded as unwanted sound.
Answer :
(a) (i) Prophase - Nuclear membrane disappears.
(ii) Centrosome
(iii) 1. Centromere
2. Sister chromatids
3. Spindle fibres
(iv) Metaphase - Chromosomes line up on equatorial plane.
1
2
3
Nuclear
Membrane
Disappears
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ICSE PAPER 2004
(Answer All Questions)
Question 1.
(a) Name the following : [8]
(i) The type of gene, which in the presence of a contrasting allele, is not expressed.
(ii) The vaccine that helps to produce immunity against Polio.
(iii) The canal through which the testes descend into the scrotum just before birth in a human
male child.
(iv) The duct which carries urine from the urinary bladder to outside the body.
(v) The bacteria which carries out the process of nitrification.
(vi) The respiratory pigment present in Erythrocytes.
(vii) The tissue that transports manufactured starch from the leaves to all parts of the plant.
(viii) The structure where photo phosphorylation takes place.
(b) Given below are certain biological statements which are incomplete and hence incorrect. Re-
write the correct form of the statement by inserting a suitable word/words at the right place.
Do not delete any word already given in the statement. Underline the inserted word/words. [8]
(i) Fertilisation is the product of egg nucleus and sperm nucleus.
(ii) Diapedesis is the process of movement of corpuscles through capillary walls.
(iii) Destarching a plant means removing the starch from the plant.
(iv) Death rate is the number of deaths of the given population per year.
(v) Residual volume is the volume of air left in the lungs after expiration.
(vi) The splitting of water molecules into hydrogen ions and hydroxyl ions is termed pho-
tolysis.
(vii) Transpiration is the loss of water from the leaves of the plant.
(viii) A reflex action is a spontaneous response to a stimulus.
(c) Give one point of difference between the following pairs on the basis of what is indicated in
brackets. [8]
(i) Cobalt chloride paper and Goats bladder (process where it is used).
(ii) Rod and Cone cells (pigment).
(iii) Red blood corpuscles and white blood corpuscles (origin).
(iv) Inspired air and Expired air (% of oxygen).
(v) Cerebrum and Spinal cord (arrangement of cytons and axons of neurons).
(vi) Prostrate gland and Cowpers gland (the nature of secretion).
(vii) Pleura and Pericardium (location).
(viii) Bicuspid valve and Tricuspid valve (place where it is present).
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(d) Given below is a table consisting of a set of items belonging to a common category. Complete
the table by filling in the CATEGORY and the ODD TERM : [8]
SET CATEGORY ODD TERM
(i) TAB, BCG , DPT,
Penicillin
(ii) Semi-circular canals, Malleus,
Cochlea,Utriculus, Sacculus.
(iii) Vacuole, Ribosome,
Mitochondria, Centrosome.
(iv) Steroids, Cortisone, Testosterone,
Adrenalin, Prolactin.
(e) (1) Given below are sets of terms. In each case, re-write the terms in the correct order so as to
be in logical sequence. One has been done for you. e.g., Urea in blood, collecting tubule,
glomerulus, distal convoluted tubule, urine. [4]
Urea in blood, glomerulus, distal convoluted tubule, collecting tubule, urine.
(i) Metaphase, Telophase, Prophase, Anaphase.
(ii) Pharynx, Trachea, Larynx, Bronchi, Nostril, Lungs.
(iii) Cortical cell, Root hair, Xylem, Water, Veins.
(iv) Luteal phase, Follicular phase, Menstrual phase, Ovulatory phase.
(2) State whether the following statements are true and false. Correct and rewrite the false
statements by changing either the first word or the last word only : [4]
(i) DUP is the first heart sound.
(ii) Platelets which disintegrate in the injured tissue cells release prothrombin.
(iii) Respiration is a catabolic process.
(iv) Cytokinesis is a division of cytoplasm.
Answer :
(a) (i) Recessive gene (ii) Salks vaccine (iii) Inguinal canal (iv) Urethra
(v) Nitrifying bacteria (vi) Haemoglobin (vii) Phloem
(viii) Granum of Chloroplast
(b) (i) Fertilisation is the product of fusion of egg nucleus and sperm nucleus.
(ii) Diapedesis is the process of movement of white blood corpuscles through cap-
illary walls.
(iii) Destarching a plant means removing the starch from the leaves of plant.
(iv) Death rate is the number of deaths per 1000 of living of the given population
per year.
(v) Residual volume is the volume of air left in the lungs after forcible expiration.
(vi) The splitting of water molecules into hydrogen ions and hydroxyl ions with the
help of light is termed as photolysis.
(vii) Transpiration is the loss of water in the form of water vapours from the leaves
of the plant.
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(viii) A reflex action is an instantaneous response to a stimulus.
(c) (i) Cobalt chloride Paper Goats bladder
Cobalt chloride paper is Goats bladder is used for
used for transpiration. osmosis.
(ii) Rod Cells Cone Cells
Rod cells contain the Cone cells contain the pigment
pigment Rhodopsin. Iodopsin.
(iii) Red Blood Corpuscles White Blood Corpuscles
Red Blood corpuscles White Blood corpuscles have
have their origin in their origin in Lymph Nodes
Bone Marrow.
(iv) Inspired air Expired air
It consists of 20.96% of It consists of 16.4% of oxygen.
oxygen.
(v) Cerebrum Spinal Cord
In cerebrum cytons In spinal cord cytons are
are on the outer side on the inner side and axons
and axons on the inner are on the outer side.
side.
(vi) Prostrate gland Cowpers gland
It gives an alkaline Cowpers gland pours
secretion, pours into the out secretion which serves
semen as it passes through as a lubricant.
the urethra.
(vii) Pleura Pericardium
Pleura is the outer Pericardium is the
covering of the lungs. outer covering of heart.
(viii) Bicuspid Valve Tricuspid valve
Bicuspid valve is located Tricuspid valve is located
on the left side of heart. on the right side of heart.
(d) SET CATEGORY ODD TERM
(i) TAB, BCG, DPT, Vaccines Penicillin
Penicillin
(ii) Semi-circular canals, Parts of inner ear Malleus
Malleus, Cochlea,
Utriculus, Sacculus.
(iii) Vacuole, Ribosome, Plant cell organelles concerned Centrosome
Mitochondria, with food storage and synthesis
Centrosome.
(iv) Steroids, Cortisone, Hormones Steroids
Testosterone,
Adrenalin, Prolactin.
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(e) 1. (i) Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase
(ii) Nostril, Pharynx, Larynx, Trachea, Bronchi, Lungs
(iii) Water, Root hair, Cortical Cell, Xylem, Veins
(iv) Menstrual phase, Follicular phase, Ovulatory phase, Luteal phase. [4]
2. (i) False (ii) False (iii) True (iv) True
Correct statements.
(i) LUBB is the first heart sound.
(ii) Platelets which disintegrate in the injured tissue cells release Thrombokinase/
Thromboplastin.
(Answer any FOUR Questions)
Question 2.
(a) Given alongside is a diagrammatic representation
of a certain part of the process of circulation of
blood in man. Study the same and then answer
the questions that follow :
(i) Name the parts labelled 1, 2, 4 and 6.
(ii) Give the number and name of the vessel
which contains the
maximum amount of urea a few hours after
a protein rich meal.
(iii) Draw a neat, labelled diagram of the cross
sectional view of the blood vessel
numbered 3.
(iv) Mention two structural differences between
blood vessels 3and 8 [6]
(b) Briefly describe the following terms and then
answer as directed after each :
(i) Antiseptic. Name an antiseptic.
(ii) Biodegradable Pollutants. Name one.
(iii) Ozone hole. When is the International Ozone Day observed ?
(iv) Green House effect. Name a phenomenon that is caused due to the green house effect. [4]
Answer :
(a) (i) 1 Pulmonary Artery
2 Pulmonary Veins
4 Renal Artery
6 Hepatic Artery
(ii) 5 Hepatic vein
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LUMEN
WAVY ELASTIC MEMBRANE
ENDOTHELIUM
EXTERNAL LAYER
(Connective tissue)
MIDDLE LAYER (Smooth
muscle and elastic fibres)
(b) (i) Antiseptic : These are mild chemical substances, which when applied on
the body, kill germs. Lysol, Boric Acid is an antiseptic.
(ii) Biodegradable Pollutants : Biodegradable pollutants are substances that can be
broken down or decomposed by micro-organisms and dispersed.
Example : Human excreta, vegetable peelings.
(iii) Ozone hole : The partial depletion of ozone layer due to CFCs (chlorofluoro
carbons) used in refrigeration and aerosol sprayers are known as ozone holes.
International ozone day is observed on 16th September.
(iv) Green House Effect : Increase in CO
2
and other green house gases has led to
increase in the temperature of the Earth due to a special property of CO
2
in
absorbing and reflecting infrared radiations re-emitted from earths surface.
Global warming and coastal flooding is caused due to green house effect.
Question 3.
(a) This part is not included in the syllabus for march 2005 examination and onwards.
(b) Complete the following table by filling in the blank spaces 1 to 8 :-
Name of the Gland Substance produced One important function
Islets of 1 ........................... 2 ...........................
Langerhans
3 ........................... Adrenaline 4 ...........................
5 ........................... Thyroxine 6
7 ........................... LH 8 ........................... [4]
Artery
(a) Three-layered wall.
Middle layer is thick and elastic.
(b) It has a narrower lumen.
(c) Valves are absent in its inner lining.
(iv) Veins
The middle elastic tissue layer
is thin and less muscular.
It has a wider lumen.
Valves are generally present.
(iii) T.S. Artery
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Answer :
Name of the gland Substance produced One important function
Islets of Langerhans 1. (a) Insulin 2.(a) Promotes glucose
(b) Glucagon uptake by body cells.
(c) Somatostatin (b) Stimulates liver to convert
glycogen into glucose.
(c) Inhibits secretion of insulin
and glucagon. (Any one)
3. Adrenal Medulla Adrenaline 4. Prepares the body to meet
any emergency situation for
fight or flight.
5. Thyroid gland Thyroxine 6. Thyroxi n regul at es t he
basal metabolism, ossifica
tion of bones and mental de-
velopment.
7. Anterior Lobe of LH (Luteinizing 8. Ovulation, maintenance of
pituitary gland Hormone) corpus luteum and secretion
of progesterone in females
and testosterone in males.
Question 4.
(a) The diagram given alongside is an experimental set up to
demonstrate the production of CO
2
during aerobic respi-
ration in germinating seeds. Study the same and then an-
swer the questions that follow :
(i) Explain the purpose of placing potassium hydroxide
in the conical flask.
(ii) Will the level of water in the delivery tube rise or
fall after a few hours ? Justify your answer.
(iii) Draw a labelled diagram of the control experiment for the above experiment.
(iv) Represent the process of aerobic respiration in the form of a chemical equation.
(b) This part is not included in the syllabus for march 2005 examination and onwards.
Answer :
(i) To absorb CO
2
given out by germinating seeds.
(ii) Rise; Germinating seeds give up CO
2
which will be absorbed by KOH as a
result vacuum will be created and to fill up that vacuum water will rise.
KOH SOLUTION
WATER LEVEL
[6]
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KOH SOLUTION
ANTISEPTIC
DEAD
SEEDS
WATER LEVEL
(iii)
Dead seeds with antiseptic will be taken. These seeds will not germinate,
neither they will produce CO
2
nor will the water rise.
(iv) C
6
H
12
O
6

+ 6O
2
6CO
2
+ 6H
2
O

+ 38ATP
Question 5.
(a) Given below is a diagrammatic representation of the ventral sectional view of the female repro-
ductive system :
(i) Redraw the same on your answer sheet and then fill in and label the following parts :
(1) Right ovary (2) Uterus (3) Placenta (4) Embryo (5) Amnion (6) Oviducal funnel.
(ii) State the function of the :
(1) Placenta ; (2) Amniotic fluid.
(iii) Using the symbol X indicate the region in the diagram where fertilization occurs.
(iv) Differentiate between identical twins and fraternal twins. [6]
(b) (i) Name :
(1) The tube which connects the cavity of the middle ear with the throat.
(2) The nerves which transmit impulses from the ear to the brain.
(ii) Differentiate between the following pairs :
(1) Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus.
(2) Acromegaly and Myxoedema. [4]
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Answer :
(a) (i)
(ii) 1. Placenta : Placenta is permeable to respiratory gases, nutrients and also
antibodies but it does not allow the passage of germs from the mother to the
foetus.
Secondly placenta also act as an endocrine gland and produces the hormones
called estrogens and progesterone.
2. Amniotic fluid : Amniotic fluid is the one which fills the space between
the amnion and the embryo. This fluid acts as a cushion for the embryo and
protects it from jerks or mechanical shocks; it also prevents sticking of the
foetus to the amnion.
(iii) X has been marked. It is the place where fertilization occurs.
(iv)
(b) (i) (1) Eustachian tube
(2) Auditory nerves.
(ii)
Fraternal Twins
1.Fraternal twins are produced from
two eggs.
2.No splitting of eggs take place.
3.Offsprings produced may be of
same sex or either sex (male or
female).
Identical Twins
Identical twins are produced from
a single fertilised egg.
Fertilised egg splits into two parts;
each part behaves as an indepen-
dent egg.
Offsprings produced are always of
the same sex.
Diabetes mellitus
1.When concentration of glucose in-
crease in the blood as well as in urine,
It is named as Diabetes mellitus.
2.This is due to inadequate secretion of
Insulin.
Diabetes insipidus
1. There is no sugar in urine it is
named as Diabetes insipidus.
2.This is due to deficiency of vaso-
pressin (ADH).
UTERUS
PLACENTA
OVIDUCAL FUNNEL
RIGHT OVARY
AMNION
EMBRYO
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Question 6.
(a) Given below is a diagram depicting a defect of the human eye. Study the same and then answer
the questions that follow : [6]
(i) Name the defect shown in the diagram.
(ii) Give two possible reasons for this defect of the eye in human beings.
(iii) Name the parts labelled 1 to 4.
(iv) Name the type of lens used to correct this eye defect.
(v) Draw a labelled diagram to show how the above mentioned defect is rectified using the
lens and named above.
(b) (i) Mention two reasons for the increase of population in India. [4]
(ii) Write the full form of NADP and ADP.
(iii) Mention two functions of WHO.
Answer :
(a) (i) Myopia.
(ii) Two possible reasons for Myopia are
(a) eyeball is lengthened from front to back
(b) lens is too curved.
(iii) (1) Vitreous Humour (2) Yellow spot (3) Lens (4) Pupil.
(iv) Concave lens is used to correct this eye defect.
(v)
A concave lens diverges the light rays as a result, the image is now formed on
the retina.
Acromegaly
Oversecretion of growth hormones in
adults causes the bones of the hands,
feet, cheeks and jaws to extra-grow and
thicken and become disproportionate to
the body and this is known as acrome-
galy.
Myxoedema
Undersecretion of thyroxine in adults,
causes the facial muscles to swell and
look puffy. This is accompanied by
slow heart rate, sensitivity to cold.
This is more common in females.
1
2
3
4
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(b) (i) The two reasons for the increase of population in India are :
(a) Illiteracy : Most of the rural population which forms bulk of our society
are still illiterate, ignorant and superstitious.
(b) Desire for a male child : Most Indian families still hold the view that a
male child is essential for keeping up the name of the family. Further, a
male child is usually a great help to the aged parents. These two reasons
contribute to getting several children before getting one son or sometimes
not even that.
(ii) NADP Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate
ADP Adenosine Diphosphate.
(iii) Two functions of WHO are :
(a) To collect and supply information about the occurrence of diseases of epi-
demic nature.
(b) To promote and support projects for research on diseases.
Question 7.
(a) Give biological reasons for the following : [6]
(i) It is necessary to maintain a normal osmotic concentration of the blood.
(ii) People on reaching high altitude may suffer from unsteady vision, loss of hearing,
lack of muscular co-ordination and even complete blackout.
(iii) Salt and sugar are used in preserving food.
(iv) A tiger owes its existence to chlorophyll.
(v) Some plants show wilting of their leaves during mid-day even when the soil is well
watered.
(vi) On sprinkling common salt on grass growing in a lawn, the grass is killed.
(b) (i) Draw a neat diagram of the stomatal apparatus found in the epidermis of leaves and
label the Stoma, Guard cells, Chloroplast, Epidermal cells, Cell wall and Nucleus. [4]
(ii) Complete the following process to show how the oxygen in the air reaches a mesophyll
cell of the leaf :
Oxygen in air Mesophyll cell.
Answer :
(a) (i) To allow the exchange of digested food materials (nutrient and gases) with
the cells of the body, it is necessary that the osmotic concentration of the blood
should be normal.
(ii) As we go higher up, the air we breathe in decreases in pressure accompanied
by a gradual decrease in oxygen content. At this state, the blood becomes
more venous by accumulation of more CO
2
and this condition is known as
ASPHYXIATION. The blood pressure also increases inside the blood vessels.
Thus, people on reaching high altitude may suffer from unsteady vision,
loss of hearing, lack of muscular coordination and even complete back out.
(iii) Salt and sugar are used in preserving food, because these bring up plasmolysis
of the microbial cells present in food as a result the food remain saved or
preserved for a longer time.
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(iv) A tiger owes its existence due to chlorophyll.
Green plants prepare their own food with the help of chlorophyll. These green
plants are taken by herbivores and further herbivores are taken by carnivores.
Without chlorophyll no herbivores will exist and without herbivores no carnivores
will exist.
(v) Some plants show wilting of their leaves during mid day even when the soil is
well watered due to more transpiration then absorption.
(vi) On sprinkling common salt on grass growing in a lawn, the grass is killed due to
plasmolysis of grass cells due to build up of concentration gradient.
(b) (i)
(ii) Oxygen in the air stomata intercellular space mesophyll cell.
ICSE PAPER 2005
(Answer All Parts in this Section)
Question 1.
(a) Name the following : [5]
(i) The organ that produces urea.
(ii) The organization that suggests quarantine measures to prevent the spread of diseases.
(iii) The tissue lining the inner part of the cheek of man.
(iv) Mutually beneficial association of two living organisms.
(v) The phase of the cardiac cycle in which the ventricles relax.
(b) Choose the odd one out from each of the following sets, giving the reason for your choice :[5]
(i) AIDS, Small pox, Diphtheria, Measles.
(ii) Mitral valve, Sinoatrial node, Aorta, Pulmonary vein.
CHLOROPLASTS
NUCLEUS
CELL WALL
NUCLEUS
EPIDERMAL CELL
STOMA
GUARD CELL
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Oil
Test Tube
Water
A B
(iii) Fat droplet, Glycogen, Cell membrane, Starch.
(iv) Carbolic acid, Mercurochrome, Phenol, Benzoic acid.
(v) Basophils, Neutrophils, Monocytes, Eosinophils.
(c) Complete the following table by filling in the blank spaces numbered 1 to 10 : [5]
Gland Secretions Effects on Body
1 Oestrogen 2
Alpha cells of 3 4
Pancreas
5 6 Protruding eyes
Lachrymal 7 8
9 10 Gigantism.
(d) State whether the following statements are true or false. If false, rewrite the correct statement
by changing the first or last word only : [5]
(i) Hormones are secreted directly into the organs.
(ii) Photosynthesis occurs in all the cells of a plant.
(iii) Antibodies are obtained from fungi and bacteria.
(iv) Vasectomy is the surgical method of sterilization in men.
(e) Give these exact location and one function of each of the following structures : [5]
(i) Meninges (ii) Lenticels (iii) Chordae tendinae (iv) Amnion (v) Thylakoids.
(f) Given below in the box are a set of 14 biological terms. Of these, 12 can be paired into 6 matching
pairs. Of the six pairs, one has been done for you as an example. Write out the remaining 5
matching pairs made by you as 1 to 5.
Vein, Kidney, Artery, Androgen, Water Pollutants, Myopia, Leydig cells, Thoracic cavity, Narrow
lumen, Lungs, Uriniferous tubule, Pleural cavity, Insecticides, Concave lens.
Example : Myopia Concave lens. [5]
(g) Study the diagram given below and answer the questions
that follow :
(i) Explain the physiological process being studied.
(ii) What will be observed in the two test tubes after two
to three days ?
(iii) Give a reason for your answer in (ii) above.
(iv) Why is the surface of water covered with oil ?
(v) State the purpose of setting up test tube B. [5]
(h) Given below are five sets of terms. In each case, arrange and
re-write each set of terms so as to be in logical sequence :-
(i) Right auricle, Pulmonary vein, Post and Pre Vena Cava, Lungs, Right ventricle, Pulmonary
artery, Left auricle.
(ii) Posterior Vena Cava, Renal artery, Aorta, Renal vein, Kidney.
(iii) Dorsal root ganglion, Receptor, Effector, Ventral root ganglion, Associated neuron.
(iv) Graafian follicle, Ostium, Ovum, Uterus, Fallopian tube.
(v) Yellow spot, conjunctiva, Pupil, Cornea, Lens, Vitreous humour, Aqueous humour. [5]
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Answer :
(a) (i) Liver (ii) World Health organisation (WHO)
(iii) Epithelial Tissue -Squamous epithelium
(iv) Symbiotism or Symbiosis. (v) Ventricular diastole.
(b) (i) Diphtheria : It is because, diphtheria is the only disease which is not caused by
virus. Rest all are caused by virus.
(ii) Sino-atrial node or SAN : It is the pacemaker located in the walls of the right
auricle which starts the heart beat. Rest all are concerned either with the flow of
blood or are the blood vessels.
(iii) Cell membrane : It is a covering of the cell whereas all others are the contents of
the cell.
(iv) Phenol : It is a disinfectant whereas others are not, they are mild antiseptics.
(v) Monocytes : It is because monocytes are non-granulocytes whereas all other are
granulocytes (granular leucocytes).
(c) 1. Ovary
2. Brings about puberty changes and induces secondary sexual characters. In mature
woman, the oestrogens prepare the wall of the uterus in anticipation of receiving
a fertilised egg.
3. Glucagon.
4. It stimulates the breakdown of glycogen in the liver to glucose, thus it raises the
glucose level in the blood.
5. Thyroid gland.
6. Over secretion of Thyroxine.
7. Tears (Tear secretion).
8. * Lubricate the surface of the eye. * Wash away dust particles.
* Help in killing germs. * Communicate emotions.
9. Pituitary gland.
10. Oversecretion of growth hormone.
(d) (i) False. Hormones are secreted directly into the blood.
(ii) False. Respiration occurs in all the cells of a plant.
(iii) False. Antibiotics are obtained from fungi and bacteria.
(iv) True.
(e) (i) Meninges It is the protective membranous covering of the brain which is contin-
ued backward on the spinal cord.
Function It surrounds and protects brains delicate parts. It also protects brain
from external shocks and mechanical injuries.
(ii) Lenticels They are the minute openings which never close and are present on the
old stems.
Function They allow respiratory gases to pass in and out and also take part in
transpiration.
(iii) Chordae Tendinae - They are tendon - like fibrous cords that connect the free,
lower pointed ends of valves to small conical projections called papillary muscles,
located on the inner surface of the ventricles.
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Function Their function is to hold in position the tricuspid and the bicuspid
valves, therefore, helping them to close and open. They also prevent valves to be
pushed into auricles during contraction of ventricles.
(iv) Amnion Amnion is a sac which develops around the embryo even before the
formation of allantois (in the uterus of the mother).
Function This sac gives protection (mechanical) to the embryo as the amniotic
fluid present in the amnion sac acts as a cushion for the embryo and protects it
from jerks or mechanical shocks.
(v) Thylakoids They are the closely packed flattened sacs arranged in piles in
colourless ground substance (stroma) of the chloroplasts in the leaf cells of the
plant. (i.e. in palisade cells and in spongy cells of leaves).
Function In the walls of the thylakoids is contained the pigment chlorophyll
which has the ability to convert light energy of sun into chemical energy like ATP
and NADPH.
(f) 1. Kidney - Uriniferous tubule. 2. Artery - Narrow lumen.
3. Androgen - Leydig cells. 4. Lungs - Pleural cavity.
5. Water pollutants - Insecticides.
(g) (i) The process being studied is termed as transpiration. Transpiration is a physi-
ological process during which water in the form of water vapour is lost from the
internal tissues of plants, through the aerial parts of the plant.
(ii) After two to three days, we will observe that, the level of water is dropped slightly in
test tube A whereas, there is no change in the level of water in the test tube B.
(iii) The reason of the drop in level of water in the test tube A is due to transpiration.
As a leafy shoot is placed in water in the test tube, water will be lost as transpi-
ration from the leaves. Due to this water loss, the concentration of cell sap in-
creases which leads to endosmosis. As a result of this water is absorbed by roots
which is further sent to the leaves. So, there is a drop in the level of water in test
tube A. But in test tube B, there is no leafy shoot, so no transpiration and no water
intake and hence no drop in the level of water in test tube B.
(iv) The surface of water is covered with oil in order to prevent evaporation of water
in the test tube by any external agent. Otherwise, the purpose of experiment (dem-
onstrating the process of transpiration) would not be fulfilled as water loss would
not only by transpiration but also by evaporation.
(v) Test tube B is set up as control. It is an experimental (for inference) set-up in which
the main factor is absent for the process. It means whenever you observe it, the
results remain same. A control is set-up for better demonstration of the experi-
ment.
(h) (i) Post and Pre Vena Cava Right auricle Right ventricle Pulmonary
artery Lungs Pulmonary vein Left auricle.
(ii) Aorta Renal artery Kidney Renal vein Posterior Vena Cava.
(iii) Receptor Dorsal root ganglion Associated neuron Ventral root ganglion
Effector.
(iv) Graffian follicle Ovum Ostium Fallopian tube Uterus.
(v) Conjunctiva Cornea Aqueous humour Pupil Lens Vitreous
humour Yellow spot.
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(Answer any FOUR questions)
Question 2.
(a) Given below is the diagram of a cell. Study the same and answer the questions that follow :
(i) Name the parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 indicated by
the guidelines.
(ii) State the functions of parts 2 and 4.
(iii) Draw a labelled diagram of the organelle 5
as seen under the electron microscope.
[5]
(b) (i) Explain the term Plasmolysis. Give one application of this phenomenon in our daily life.
(ii) Enumerate the steps involved in testing a green leaf for the presence of starch.
(iii) What is Ganong's Potometer used for ? Write any two limitations of this apparatus. [5]
Answer :
(a) (i) 1. Centrosome 2. Golgi bodies 3. Nucleoplasm / chromatin fibres 4. Nucleolus
(ii) Golgi bodies (Golgi apparatus) : It is composed of membrane - bound flattened
sacs pilled up in stacks. It is well developed in secretory cells. Its functions include :
(a) production of glycoproteins: (b) production of secretory enzymes; (c) transport
and storage of lipids; (d) formation of lysosomes.
Nucleolus : One or more spherical bodies, occupying up to 25% of nuclear volume.
It helps in the formation of ribosomes. Which play a key role in protein synthesis.
They are more prominent in cells that synthesize large amounts of protein, such as
muscle and liver cells.
(iii)
(b) (i) Plasmolysis is the phenomenon of the contraction of cytoplasm from the cell wall
caused due to withdrawal of water when placed in a strong (hypertonic) solution.
For example, salting of meat or addition of salts to pickles is a method of killing
bacteria or germs by plasmolysis - water is drawn out of the germ cells by this
process.
(ii) * Dip the leaf in boiling water for a minute to kill the cells.
* Boil the leaf in methylated spirit over a water bath till it becomes pale white due
to the removal of chlorophyll. The leaf now becomes hard and brittle.
* Place it again in hot water to soften it.
* Spread the leaf in a dish and pour iodine solution on it. Presence of starch will
be indicated by a blue - black colour. A leaf without starch will show brown
colouration.
(iii) Ganongs potometer is used to measure the rate of transpiration.
1
2
3
4
5
Matrix (site of Krebs
cycle activity)
Crista (gives large
surface area for
enzyme
attachment Inner membrane (site
of electron transport
and oxidative
phosphorylation)
Outer membrane
(permeable to allow
diffusion of material)
Stalked particle
Outer membrane
Inner membrane
Crista
Matrix
Fig. Structure of a mitochondrion Fig. T.S of a mitochondrion
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Limitation :
1. Introducing the air bubble is not so easy.
2. Any change in the outside air temperature or the humidity may affect the position
of air bubble in the capillary tube.
Question 3.
(a) Given below is the diagrammatic representation of
the transverse section of a part of a plant. Study
the same and answer the questions that follow :
(i) Name the part of the plant that is shown.
(ii) Label the part 1 to 6, indicated in the dia-
gram.
(iii) Write the functions of part 3 and 5.] [5]
(b) (i) Fill in the blanks to complete the chemical equations. Name the process in each case.
(1) ___________ + 6O
2
_____________ + ______________ + 38 A.T.P.
(2) ____________ ______________ + ______________ + 2 A.T.P.
(ii) State the difference between Anaerobic respiration in plants and in man. [5]
Answer :
(a) (i) The part of the plant that is shown in the transverse section of the young dicot root.
(ii) 1. Root hair 2. Epidermis 3. Cortex / parenchyma cells
4. Endodermis 5. Phloem 6. Xylem
(iii) Function of cortex : Its function is to conduct radially the water absorbed by the
root hairs to the xylem of the vascular bundles of the stele.
Function of Phloem : It translocates organic food or material from the leaves to all
other parts including the roots.
(b) (i) (1) C
6
H
12

O
6
+ 6O
2
6CO
2
+ 6H
2
O + 38A.T.P.
(2) C
6
H
12
O
6
2C
2
H
5
OH + 2CO
2
+ 2A.T.P.
In the first case, aerobic respiration takes place and in the second case, anaerobic
respiration takes place in plants.
(ii)
Question 4.
(a) Study the figures A, B and C show below and answer the questions that follow :
6
5 3
2
1
Anaerobic respiration in plants
1. The end products are ethanol
(C
2
H
5
OH) and carbon dioxide.
2. More heat energy is released.
3. CO
2
is released causes foaming.
Anaerobic respiration in man
1. The end products are lactic acid.
2. Less heat energy is released.
3. No carbon dioxide, so no foaming.
A
B
C
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(i) Name the blood vessel shown in A.
(ii) Name the two blood cells in A. Give one structural difference between the two blood cells.
(iii) Name the process taking place in A and in B. State the importance of each process. [5]
(b) (i) What is meant by Power of accommodation of the eye ? Name the muscles of the eye
responsible for the same.
(ii) Draw a labelled diagram of the inner ear. Name the part of the inner ear that is responsible
for static balance in human beings. [5]
Answer :
(a) (i) The blood vessel shown in A is capillary.
(ii) The two blood cells in A are white blood cells (WBCs) and red blood cells (RBCs).
Red blood cells are minute, biconcave, disc like structures, flat in the centre and
thick and round at the periphery whereas white blood cells are amoeboid shaped.
RBCs contain haemoglobin whereas WBCs lack it.
(iii) Process taking place in A is diapedesis and process taking place in B is phagocytosis.
Diapedesis is the ability to pass through capillary walls. When an inflammation
occurs due to localised invasion of germs or due to an injury to the tissue, WBCs
squeeze through the walls of capillaries by diapedesis and destroy germs there.
Phagocytosis is a process in which most WBCs and particularly the neutrophils
engulf solid particle like substances especially bacteria. It is a defensive mechanism
against disease causing germs.
(b) (i) Adjustment of the eye in order to assure clear vision of objects at different distances
is called power of accommodation of the eye. It is the ciliary muscles of the eye
which are responsible for it.
(ii) Sensory cells of utriculus and
sacculus (Macula) are responsible for
static (positional) balauco. Part of the
ear responsible for dynamic balance
in human being is : ampulla. Inner
ear consists of three fluid filled
canals called semicircular canals
which are arranged at right angles
to each other. One end of each canal
is widened to form an ampulla
which contains sensory cells for
dynamic balance.
Question 5.
(a) (i) Draw a labelled diagram of the longitudinal section of the kidney.
(ii) Briefly describe the formation of Glomerular filtrate
(iii) Explain the term Osmoregulation. [5]
(b) Give one point of difference between the following pairs on the basis of what is indicated in
brackets :
(i) Ribosome and Mitochondria (function)
(ii) Medulla oblongata and Cerebellum (function).
(iii) Implantation and Gestation (definition)
(iv) Open and Closed Vascular bundle (structure).
(v) Isobilateral leaf and Dorsiventral leaf (type of venation). [5]
Malleus
Stapes
Pinna
Ear Drum
Eustachian tube
Cochlea
Auditory nerve
Semi ci rcul ar
canal
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Answer :
(a) (i)
(ii) Each kidney is made of excretory units called nephrons. Each nephron has a cup
shaped upper end, called bowmans capsule containing a bundle of capillaries called
glomerulus. The blood flows through the glomerulus under great pressure and this
filtration under pressure is called ultrafiltration. The liquid entering the renal
tubule after filtration is called glomerular filtrate or primary urine. It contains
urea, glucose, uric acid, salts, and large amounts of water. As this filtrate passes
through the tubular parts of nephron, useful products, such as glucose, amino
acids are reabsorbed by blood capillaries surrounding the nephron. The nephrons
drain the waste into a space inside kidney leading to the ureter.
(iii) The process of maintaining the right amount of water and proper ionic balance in
the body is termed osmoregulation. It is important so as to keep the right
concentration of blood plasma and this is done by the kidney.
(b) (i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
Question 6.
(a) Given below is a diagrammatic representation of the alveoli and its capillary network :
(i) Name the parts labelled 1 and 2.
(ii) Which type of blood flows through the part labelled 1 ?
(iii) Mention any two characteristic features of the alveoli that enable it to perform its function
of exchange of respiratory gases.
Renal vein
Renal artery
Pelvis
Ureter
Cortex
Medulla
Ribosomes
They help is protein synthesis.
Medulla oblongata
It is the regulating centre for involuntary
actions as swallowing, coughing, sneezing
and vomiting.
Implantation
The close attachment of the embryo with
the uterus is called implantation. It
produces the state of pregnancy.
Mitochondria
They help in the oxidation of pyruvic acid and
release of energy in the form of ATP.
Cerebellum
It controls the coordination and adjustment of
movement and posture.
Gestation
The development of foetus inside the uterus till
birth is called gestation. In humans it lasts for
280 days and it is calculated from the first day
of the last menstrual cycle.
Open Vascular bundle
1. They contain cambium in between xylem
and phloem.
2. Phloem and xylem do not lie in direct
contact with each other.
Closed Vascular bundle
1. The cambium is absent in between xylem
and phloem.
2. Phloem and xylem occur in direct contact
with each other.
Isobilateral leaf
These type of leaves are present in monocots
and they have parallel venation.
Dorsiventral leaf
These type of leaves are present in dicots
and they have reticulate venation.
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(iv) Explain the following respiratory volumes :
(1) Vital capacity. (2) Inspiratory Reserve Volume.
[5]
(b) (i) Draw a labelled diagram of a myelinated neuron.
(ii) Explain the difference between a sensory nerve and a motor nerve.
(iii) Differentiate between :
(1) Nitrogen fixation and Nitrification. (2) Passive Immunity and Active Immunity. [5]
Answer :
(a) (i) 1. Pulmonary vein. 2. Pulmonary artery.
(ii) Oxygenated blood : flows through the part labelled 1.
(iii) Characteristics of alveoli : (a) Larger surface area and extremely thin for rapid
gaseous exchange. (b) The walls of alveoli are moist and contain protein lecithin
(surfactant in lungs) which helps in easier gaseous diffusion.
(iv) Vital Capacity : The volume of air that can be taken in and expelled out by
maximum inspiration and expiration is called the vital capacity. The average vital
capacity for men is 4.5 to 5 litres and for women, it is 3.5 to 4 litres.
Inspiratory Reserve Volume : Air that can be drawn in forcibly over and above the
tidal air. It is also called complemental air and it determines the capacity of lungs
for complementary expansion which is required when demand of air gets increased.
(b) (i)
(ii)
(iii) 1.
1
2
Cell
body
Dendrite
N
u
c
l
e
u
s
Neurilemma
(Thin membrane
surrounding the
myelin sheath)
M
y
e
l
i
n

s
h
e
a
t
h
Terminal
Dendrites
A
x
o
n
Sensory Nerve
It brings impulse (message) from receptors
to central nervous system.
Motor Nerve
It takes away impulse (message) from central
nervous system to effectors (muscles or
glands).
Nitrogen Fixation
1. It is t he process of conversion of
atmospheric nitrogen into water soluble
nitrites and nitrates.
2. It involves mi cro-organisms li ke
Rhizobium. It is also done by some blue-
green algae like Nostoc and free living
bacteria like Azotobacter.
Nitrification
1. It is the process of conversion of ammonia
into nitrites and nitrates.
2. It involves mi cro-organisms li ke
Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter.
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2.
Question 7.
(a) The diagram shown below is the lateral Section of a testis of man. Study it carefully and answer
the questions that follow :
(i) Label the parts 1 to 4 of the diagram.
(ii) State the functions of the parts labelled 1 and 2.
(iii) Draw a labelled diagram of a sperm. [5]
(b) Give biological reasons for the following :
(i) On a bright sunny day the leaves of certain plants roll up.
(ii) Marine fish burst when thrown under tap water.
(iii) The Blood in the arteries flows in spurts.
(iv) It is advisable to breathe through the nose and not through the mouth.
(v) People living in hilly regions usually suffer from simple goitre. [5]
Answer :
(a) (i) 1. Sperm duct (or vas deferens)
2. Seminiferous tubule
3. Lobes of testis (lobule)
4. Epididymis
(ii) Sperm duct : To carry sperms from the epididymis to urethra.
Seminiferous tubule : It is the region where the sperms are produced by a process
called spermatogenesis.
(iii)
(b) (i) To reduce the exposed area for minimising rate of transpiration.
(ii) The salt concentration inside the body of marine fish is very high. As a result of
this, water will move inside the body of marine fish causing the fish to burst.
(iii) The arteries do not have valves which can prevent the back flow of blood. Due to
this reason blood flows in spurts when ventricles contract.
(iv) Nasal passage is lined with mucous and also contains hair which prevents the
entry of micro-organisms and dust particles.
(v) People living in hilly regions dont take diet rich in iodine as compared to people
living near to coastal areas who take mainly sea foods which are rich in iodine
content.
Active Immunity
1. It is produced by the immune system of
the body.
2. It is induced by infection or by contact with
such agents which provide immunity such
as, vaccines, allergens, etc.
3. It provides effecti ve and longlasting
protection.
Passive Immunity
1. It is received passively from outside.
2. It is provided by ready made antibodies
formed in some other organism.
3. It provides less-effective and short-lived
protection.
Nucleus
Mitochondria
Axial Filament
Tail
Middle Piece
Head
Acrosomal
cap
1
2
3
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