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5901.

What is an emulsion,

Answer»

An emulsion is a colloidal dispersion of one liquid in another liquid. For example, cod liver oil, milk etc.

5902.

Define 'order of a reaction.

Answer»

The order of a reaction can be defined as the sum of the powers of the concentration terms as expressed in rate law.

5903.

Write a feature which will distinguish a metallic solid from an ionic solid.

Answer» Metals are malleable and ductile whereas ionic solids are hard and brittle.
5904.

Write a distinguishing feature of metallic solids?

Answer» Metallic solids have high melting and boiling points.
5905.

How is required pH maintained in the stomach and small intestine?

Answer»

It is essentially required for the action of enzymes because if enzymes do not get environment they are suitable with they either degrade or stop working which will affect the process completed as for the action of pepsin the pH of stomach is to be  acidic for action and for pancreatic juice and succus entericus it is mandatory to be alkaline.

5906.

Aluminium is a reactive metal but is still used for packing food articles. Why?

Answer»

Aluminium is quite reactive, when it is kept in air or oxygen for some time, the upper surface get converted into its oxide called aluminium oxide (Al2O3), which gets deposited as a thin coating on the surface of the metal. This aluminium oxide is passive which means that it is not reactive. Therefore, this metal is used for packing food articles which do not get spoiled in the foil.

5907.

What information do you get from a balanced chemical equation?

Answer»

A balanced chemical equation gives the identity of the reactants and the products as well as the accurate number of molecules or moles of each that are consumed or produced. Stoichiometry is a collective term for the quantitative relationships between the masses, the numbers of moles, and the numbers of particles (atoms, molecules, and ions) of the reactants and the products in a balanced chemical equation. 

A balanced chemical equation can provide the following information :

  1. The reactants and products through their symbols and formulae.
  2. The ratio of molecules of reactants and products.
  3. As molecular masses are expressed in unified mass (u), the relative masses of reactants and products are known from the equation.
  4. If the masses are expressed in grams then the equation also gives the molar ratios of reactants and products.
5908.

State the differences between convex and concave mirrors.

Answer»
Concave MirrorConvex Mirror
(i) Concave or bent-in surface is the reflecting surface.(i) Outer bulging surface is the reflecting surface.
(ii) It is a converging mirror.(ii) It is a diverging mirror.
(iii)It has a real focus.

(iii) It has a virtual focus.

5909.

Explain the role of coordination compounds with a suitable example for the following:Biological systemMetallurgy

Answer»

Applications of coordination compounds

  1. Biological system : Chlorophyll for photosynthesis, Haemoglobin- O2 Carrier, Vitamin B12 etc.
  2. Metallurgy : Extraction of Gold and Silver, Purification of Ni and Zr.
5910.

Write definitions of the following:EnantiomersChiral compounds

Answer»
  1. Enantiomers: The optical isomers which are non superimpossible mirror image of one another are known as enantiomers.
  2. Chiral compounds: The molecule having atleast a chiral carbon and have non superimposable mirror image are known as chiral compounds. A molecule having a single asymmetric carbon atom is chiral is nature.
5911.

Define the following terms:Anisotropic solidFerromagnetic solid

Answer»
  1. Anisotropic solid: Solids which have different arrangement of particles in different directions such as crystalline solids are anisotropic solids. In these solids, physical properties like refractive index are different when measured along different directions in a same solid.
  2. Ferromagnetic solid: Solids which are attracted very strongly by a magnetic field are ferromagnetic solids e.g., iron, cobalt, nickel etc. Here, all domains (group of metal ions) orient in same direction of applied magnetic field to produce strong magnetic effect and this persist even when magnetic field is removed.
5912.

Give reasons for the following:Transition metals show variable oxidation states.Actinoids show variable oxidation states.

Answer»
  1. Since (n-1)d and ns orbitals takes part in bond formation due to their comparable energy, transition elements show variable oxidation states.
  2. It is due to comparable energy of 5f, 6d and 7s orbital, any member of electron can participate to bond formation so actionoids show variable oxidation state.
5913.

What are colligative properties? Give example of any two colligative properties.

Answer»

Colligative property: Those properties of dilute solution of non volatile solute in volatile solvents which depend on the total number of solute particles in per unit volume are called colligative property e.g.

  • Relative lowering of vapour pressure
  • Elevation in boiling point.
5914.

Sunita and her friends visited an exhibition. The policeman asked them to pass through a metal detector. Sunita's friends were initially scared of it. Sunita, however, explained to them the purpose and working of the metal detector. Answer the following questions : (a) On what principle does a metal detector work? (b) Why does the detector emit sound when a person carrying any metallic object walks through it? (c) State any two qualities which Sunita displayed while explaining the purpose of walking through the detector.

Answer»

(a) The metal detector works on the principle of resonance in ac circuit. 

(b) When Sunita's friend is passed through a metal detector, her friend in fact, passing through a coil of many turns. The coil is connected to a capacitor tuned so that the circuit is in resonance. When she walk through the metal in her pocket, the impedance of the circuit changes-resulting in significant change in current in the circuit. The change in current is detected and the electric circuitry causes a sound to be emitted as an alarm.

5915.

Write formula for the compound having IUPAC name tetraaminediaqua cobalt (III) chloride.

Answer»

[CO(NH3)4(H2O)2]Cl3

5916.

What is colloidion, write its use?

Answer»

It is a solution which is used to reduce the pore size of a filter paper so that particles of dispersed phase cannot pass through it. For this purpose 4% nitro cellulose solution is used in a mixture of alcohol and ether.

5917.

For the reaction, C2H4 + H2 \(\underrightarrow { Ni } \) C2H6 the rate constant is 3 × 10 mol L-1 s-1. Predict the order of reaction.

Answer»

Zero order reaction.

5918.

Write IUPAC name for [Pt(NH3)2Cl(CH3NH2)]Cl3.

Answer»

Diamminechloridomethanamine platinum(IV) chloride

5919.

What is Latex?

Answer»

Latex is a colloidal sol of rubber particles which is of negative charge. Rubber is obtained from it by coagulation.

5920.

What causes “Brownian movement”?

Answer»

Unbalanced bombardment of particles of dispersed phase by the molecules of dispersion medium causes “Brownian movement”. This help in stabilisation of solution.

5921.

Write IUPAC name of the following complex[Cr(CN)2(CH3NH2)2(NO)2]Cl

Answer»

Dicyanidodimethanaminedinitrosylchromium (III) chloride.

5922.

Define the term ‘potential energy’ of charge ‘q’ at a distance ‘r’ in an external electric field. 

Answer»

Potential energy of a charge q in an external electric field is defined as the work-done in bringing the charge q from infinity to a distance r in an external electric field produced by the other charge(s).

5923.

What are the basic sources of electromagnetic wave?

Answer» Due to accelerated electron.
5924.

What causes Brownian movement?

Answer»

Unbalanced bombardment of particles of dispersion medium on dispersed phase causes brownian movement.

5925.

Two thin lenses of power +5D and –2.5D are in contact. What is the focal length of the combination?

Answer»

Net power, P = P1 + P2 = + 5 - 2.5 = +2.5D

∴ Focal length, F = 1/P = 1/2.5m = 0.4m =40cm

5926.

Account for the followingPrimary amines have higher boiling point than tertiary amine.The presence of a base is needed in the ammonolysis of alkylhalide.

Answer»
  1. Intermolecular hydrogen bonding exist in primary amine which is not possible in tertiary amine hence primary amine has higher boiling point.
  2. During this reaction HCl is formed which may revert the reaction hence just to get it neutralise base like pyridine or else is used.
5927.

In case of polyembryony, an embryo A develops from the synergids and the embryo B develops from the nucellus. State the ploidy of embryo A and B.

Answer»

A-Haploid ; B-Diploid

5928.

Explain briefly any five types of soils found in India.

Answer»

Different types of soils found in India are :

(i) Alluvial Soil: This is the most widespread soil in India. This soil is formed by the deposition of materials by the rivers namely the Indus, the Ganga, the Brahmaputra. It is mainly found in Northern Plains and the Eastern Coastal Plains. It is the most fertile soil. Due to high fertility they are intensively cultivated and are densely populated.

(ii) Black Soil: This soil is black in colour and cotton grows best in this soil. This soil is formed by the weathering of igneous rocks. It is-mainly confined to the north western part of Peninsular Plateau, Deccan lava plateau which includes the states of Maharashtra, Saurashtra, Malwa, MadhyaPradesh and Chhattisgarh.

(iii) Red and Yellow Soil: Red soil develops on crystalline Igneous rocks in areas of low rainfall in the Eastern and South Eastern parts of the Deccan plateau. This soil is rich in iron compounds and is reddish in colour due to diffusion while it is yellowish in colour when it occurs in hydrated form.

(iv) Laterite Soil: These soils are formed by intense leaching in tropical regions where both temperature and rainfall is high. This soil is devoid of nutrients and has low humus content and is not suitable for crop cultivation. It is mainly found in Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh and hilly areas of Orissa and Assam. Through soil conservation techniques, they are useful for growing tea and coffee.

(v) Arid Soils: These soils are sandy and saline in nature. They lack humus and moisture. They can be suitable for crop cultivation where irrigation is available. This soil is mainly found in Rajasthan.

5929.

What are decomposition reaction. Give one example each of thermal, decomposition and electrolytic decomposition.

Answer»

Decomposition Reaction: It is a very simple type of chemical reaction in which  a single compound splits into two or more simple substances under suitable condition. It is just opposite of combination reaction.

Thermal decomposition: When a decomposition reaction is carried out by heating it is called thermal decomposition reaction.  

CaCO3 (s) -----heat----> CaO(s) + CO2(g)  

Electrolytic decomposition:   When a decomposition reaction is carried out with the help of electric current it is called electrolytic decomposition reaction. This process is also called electrolysis.  

2H2O(l) -----electric current---> 2H2(g) + O2(g)

5930.

Difference in density is the basis of (a) Ultra filtration (b) Molecular sieving (c) Molecular attraction (d) Gravity separation

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Difference in density Is the basis of Gravity Separation.

Gravity  seperation  depends  on specific  gravity  ( ratio of densities  of substance divided  by densities  of water) 

  So difference in  density  is the basis of gravity  seperation. 

Correct answer is (d) Gravity Separation

Explanation:

In case of ultrafiltration, it is particle size of micron sizes present in liquid or gas, or vapor or air which when allowed to pass .through ultrafiltration media of defined porosity in microns, are getting filtered and the fluid is getting clear off those particles.

Molecular sieving: permeability of molecular sieve membranes based on the size and shape of the molecules in 3 dimensions and also follows osmotic pressures of solutions closely calculated by Vant Hoffs Law.

Molecular Attraction: mainly exchange of cations to anions amongst given two molecules, usually in liquids in normal case.

5931.

What are new center of power

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At the beginning of the 21st century, the international community has witnessed the emergence of new centers of power, namely China, India, Brazil, Turkey, and Iran. It is natural to associate their rise with globalization and the entrance of new countries into stretches of rapid economic growth.

5932.

What is electromagnet ? How can we determine north and south pole of an electromagnet with the help of magnetised iron bar.

Answer»

An electromagnet is a solenoid coil that attains magnetism due to flow of current. It works, on the principle of magnetic effect of current. 

(i) By suspending magnetised bar and identify its north and south poles. 

(ii) By finding the polarity of electromagnet using the property like poles repel.

5933.

Write two points of differences between renewable and non-renewable sources of energy. Give one example of each.

Answer»
 S.No.Renewable source of energyNon-Renewable source of energy
(i)Produced continuously in nature and are inexhaustible.Takes long time for production and may get exhausted.
(ii)These sources of energy do not cause any pollution.These sources are the major cause of environmental pollution.
(iii)Example - Wind, Sun, WaterExample - Coal, Petroleum. 
5934.

Two cards are drawn at random and without replacement from a pack of 52 playing cards. Find the probability that both the cards are black.

Answer»

P(Both cards are black) = 26C2/52C2 = 25/102

5935.

The formula that gives the maximum number of electrons in a particular shell is -(A) n2 (B) 2n2 (C) 2n (D) n2/2

Answer»

(B) the maximum number of electrons in a particular shell is 2n2.

5936.

The radius of an atomic nucleus is of the order of -(A) 10-10cm (B) 10-13cm (C) 10-15cm (D) 10-8cm

Answer»

(B) The radius of an atomic nucleus is 10-13cm.

5937.

A p-orbital can accommodate upto -(A) 4 electrons (B) 2 electrons (C) 6 electrons (D) 3 electrons

Answer» (B) 2 electrons
5938.

Energy levels are designated as -(A) K, L, M, N and so on(B) k, l , m, n and so on(C) I, II, III, IV and so on(D) All of these

Answer» (A) K, L, M, N and so on
5939.

Reading the extract given below and answer the questions that follow :  ......and clear rillsThat for themselves a cooling covert make ‘Gainst the hot season; the mid forest brake,Rich with the sprinkling of fair musk-rose blooms; .............. (a) Identify the poem and the poet.(b) What is the role of the clear rills ?(c) How has the mid forest brake become rich ? (d) Name the figure of speech in ‘cooling covert.’ 

Answer»

(a) A Thing of Beauty ; John Keats

(b) To create a cooling covert/ to cool the area/ provide cooling shelter.

Detailed Answer :

(c) With a sprinkling of fair musk rose blooms/ due to the presence of musk roses blooming in the forest.

 (d) Alliteration/ Imagery.

5940.

Recent floods in many metropolitan cities of the country during the monsoon season laid bare the hollowness of the claims of the civic authorities of their preparedness. The poor had to bear the brunt of the problem while no one was ever held accountable. Write an article in 150–200 words on the common man’s woes during the monsoons and the need for accountability of the officials concerned. You are Sumit/Smita Verma. 

Answer»

ARTICLE

Format (Title and Writer’s Name)

Content

Expression

grammatical accuracy, appropriate words and spelling

coherence and relevance of ideas and style 

Heading: Common Man’s Woes during Monsoons

(Any other relevant title)

Problem:

- lack of preparedness

- problems faced by the poor

- spread diseases/ breeding of mosquitoes

- water logging - accidents/open manholes

- disruption in transport and connectivity

- food supply affected

- power breakdown

- need for accountability (any 4 points)

Detailed Answer : Article

The Common Man’s Woes During Monsoons -by Smita

Monsoons play an important role in our lives and they play a very crucial role in the life of farmers. Without monsoons the crops will not get sufficient water and hence, the agricultural sector will be badly hit. But for the common man, monsoon can become a serious menace at times. Especially since the recent floods in many metropolitan cities have revealed the lack of effort on the part of the authorities to solve the problem. The drains overflowed and laid bare the claims of the civic societies about their preparedness. They claimed to have cleaned the drains way before the monsoons had hit but the truth is that they failed miserably. The poor and the common man have to face the consequences of their irresponsibility. At times, car's engine stops working due to flooding of water on the roads. The civic societies responsible for monsoon preparation should be held responsible and punished for not carrying out their duties. Also, the government should take an initiative to vigil these societies, so that from the next season onwards, the problems are resolved and the common man gets some relief.

5941.

 Fill in the blanks(a)  ……………..is an example of Public cloud.(b)  …………is a network of physical objects embedded with electronics, software, sensors and network connectivity.(c)  ----------------- is a device that forwards data packets along networks.(d)  ----------------- describes the maximum data transfer rate of a network or Internet connection.

Answer»

(a)  Google Drive

(b)  The internet of things OR Internet

(c)  Router

(d)  Band width

5942.

Write a function in python, MakePush(Package) and MakePop(Package) to add a new Package and delete a Package from a List of Package Description, considering them to act as push and pop operations of the Stack data structure. 

Answer»

def MakePush(Package):

a=int(input("enter package title : "))

Package.append(a) def MakePop(Package):

if (Package==[]):

print( "Stack empty")

else:

print ("Deleted element:",Package.pop())

5943.

Which of the following is not an intellectual property?(i)  A poem written by a poet(ii)  An original painting made by a painter(iii)  Trademark of a Company(iv)  A remixed song

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A remixed song is not an intellectual property

5944.

You are Ali/Alia, Head girl / Head boy of your school. You are deeply disturbed by the rising cases of aggressive behaviour of students in your school. You decide to speak during the morning assembly about it. Write a speech on ‘Indiscipline in Schools’. (150–200 words) 

Answer»

SPEECH – Indiscipline in schools

Format - opening address , closing

Content

Expression

Grammatical accuracy, appropriate words and spelling

coherence and relevance of ideas and style

Suggested Value Points

- rising cases of aggressive behaviour of students

- kinds of bullying / disobedience / fights / insults / truancy/ violence

- damaging school property

- emotional trauma for the victims

Causes

- role of parents, peers and social media

- lack of teaching/ inculcating moral values

- not following role models Solutions - counselling by teachers

- family values

- moral science and values discussed in schools

- help each other

– students to take initiative

- reference to positive aspects of social life

- any other relevant point (any four points)

Good Morning respected teachers and my dear friends! 

 Today I am going to talk about something that is very important in a student’s life – discipline 

‘Discipline is the key to success’ - this saying stands true for all times and for all people of all age groups. But especially for students, it holds great value. In contemporary times there are so many temptations that can lure a student away from his basic objective in life.

All of us have witnessed the aggressive behaviour that the students portray towards others. Self-restraint is very important in life and all of us should work towards achieving it. We should respect our fellow students and not portray any kind of violence towards them. Self-restraint and discipline together can work wonders. They can help us achieve our goals in life. Aggressive behaviour has never helped anybody in life. Instead, it causes harm both to you and towards whom you portray your aggression. It robs you of your inner peace as you are constantly angry at someone or the other. Instead, if you tackle any situation peacefully, you can take better decision which you will not regret later. Hence, we can say that aggression leads us nowhere only makes our problems worse.

5945.

MMD School, Nashik, recently organised a science symposium on the topic : ‘‘Effect of pollution on quality of life.’ You are Amit/Amita Raazdan, editor of the school magazine. Write a report on the event for your school magazine. (120–150 words)

Answer»

                             REPORT

Format –Title & By line (writer’s name) 

Content

Expression

grammatical accuracy, appropriate words and spelling

coherence and relevance of ideas and style

Title : Report on Science Symposium on Effect of Pollution on Quality of Life / Report on Science Symposium held at MMD School, Nashik

Suggested Value Points

- science symposium

- date, time, venue

- agenda / programme

- participants-number

- resource person(s) / speakers / guests and their views

- response of the audience

- any other relevant points

(any four points)

Note- past tense should be used

 Detailed Answer :

As all of you are aware our school organised a science symposium on the topic: ‘Effect of pollution on the quality of life’ on 1st March 2018. It was an enriching session for the students where they learned about the various hazards of pollution.

Pollution has greatly affected the health of our citizens. Each child was given the responsibility of a plant and was told to nurture it. The students also organised an awareness march. Many students came up with models on how to clean the rising levels of pollution.

The students had a wonderful time attending the symposium. Our Principal Ms Anjali Aggarwal thanked the students and teachers for their enthusiastic participation. 

5946.

Jhilmalini has stolen a credit card. She used that credit card to purchase a laptop. What type of offence has she committed?

Answer»

She has committed a fraud

5947.

Write a function in Python, INSERTQ(Arr,data) and DELETEQ(Arr) for performing insertion and deletion operations in a Queue. Arr is the list used for implementing queue and data is the value to be inserted.

Answer»

def INSERTQ(Arr):

data=int(input("enter data to be inserted: "))

Arr.append(data)

def DELETEQ(Arr):

if (Arr==[]):

print( "Queue empty")

else:

print ("Deleted element is: ",Arr[0])

del(Arr[0])

5948.

‘‘Academic excellence is the only requirement for a successful career.’’ Write a debate either for or against the motion. (120–150 words) 

Answer»

DEBATE

Format - opening address with taking a stand for or against the topic with appropriate closure

 Content

Expression

Grammatical accuracy, appropriate words and spelling 

coherence and relevance of ideas and style

 Academic excellence is the only requirement for a successful career In Favour

- strengthens competencies and skills

- helps in clearer understanding of the subject, in-depth knowledge

- develops resourcefulness, decision making ability

- ensures better job opportunities

- ensures admission to higher centres of learning - prepares one for competitions

Against

- Academic Excellence :

 1. may not be sufficient to ensure success

2.  life skills are more important than academics

3. does not ensure all round personality / confidence / multitasking abilities / leadership qualities

- non formal learning leads to broader spectrum of careers

- new age careers don’t necessarily need academic excellence

- skills and talents can give more options (any other relevant points) (minimum two content points)

                               Debate

Detailed Answer :

Respected Chairperson, honorable judges and all present here,

I stand before you to express my views against the motion that ‘Academic excellence is the only requirement for a successful career’. Sourav Ganguly, Saina Nehwal, Zakir Hussain, Deepika Padukone, all of these are names that we all know. Are any of them related to the field of education? No! They have pursued their dreams in their respective fields and today they stand as role models for the youth. Education is not only about bookish knowledge. It is about the overall development of our personality. We study many subjects in our school. But do we excel in all of them? No! We excel in some of them. Similarly, the potential of the students, lies not only in excelling in their studies. Somebody can be an average student but may be an excellent dancer or an artist. We should not judge a child’s capability only on the basis of their marks. We should try to bring out the inner talent of the child and nurture it so that the child can do what she/he likes. 

5949.

Name the primary law in India dealing with cyber crime and electronic commerce.

Answer»

The primary law is Information Technology Act 2000.

5950.

Sutapa received an email from her bank stating that there is a problem with her account. The email provides instructions and a link, by clicking on which she can logon to her account and fix the problem. Help Sutapa by telling her the precautions she should take when she receives these type of emails. 

Answer»

She should check whether it is a valid bank site or not by checking in the url https. It is always better to type the url and then login to the site. She should not click on the link provided in the email.