Short Answer TypeExplain the meaning of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Give two examples of STDs each, caused due to
(i) bacterial infection and (ii) viral infection. State in brief how the spread of such diseases may be prevented.
State and describe in brief any three main factors responsible for the rise of a new species.
Distinguish between homologous organs and analogous organs. In which category would you place wings of a bird and wings of a bat? Justify your answer giving a suitable reason.
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Homologous organs |
Analogous organs |
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Homologous organs are those organs which are similar in origin but different in function. |
Analogous structures are those which are different in origin but similar in function. |
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They represent a case of divergent evolution. |
They represent a case of convergent evolution. |
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Example: The forelimbs of birds and humans |
Example: The forelimbs of birds and bats |
The wings of a bird and a bat are similar in function but are different in their origin. If we carefully look at these structures, then we will find that the wings of a bat are just the folds of skin that are stretched between its fingers whereas the wings of birds are present all along the arm. Hence, these organs can be classified as analogous organs.
A blue color flower plant denoted by BB is crossbred with that of white color flower plant denoted by bb.
(a) State the color of flower you would expect in their F1 generation plants.
(b) What must be the percentage of white flower plants in F2 generation if flowers of F1 plants are self-pollinated?
(c) State the expected ratio of the genotypes BB and Bb in the F2 progeny.
The image of a candle flame placed at a distance 30 cm from a spherical lens is formed on a screen placed at a distance of 60 cm from the lens. Identify the type of lens and calculate its focal length. If the height of the flame is 2.4 cm, find the height of its image.
State the type of mirror preferred as
(i) Rear view mirror in vehicles, (ii) shaving mirror.
Justify your answer giving two reasons in each case.
A student cannot see a chart hanging on a wall placed at a distance of 3 m from him. Name the defect of vision he is suffering from. How can it be corrected? Draw ray diagrams for the
(i) defect of vision and also (ii) for its correction
Define the terms pollination and fertilization. Draw a diagram of a pistil showing pollen tube growth into the ovule and label the following:
Pollen grain, male gamete, female gamete, ovary.
Describe in brief the role of (i) testis (ii) seminal vesicle, (iii) vas deferens, (iv) ureter and (v) prostate gland in human male reproductive system.
Long Answer TypeList the sign conventions for reflection of light by spherical mirrors. Draw a diagram and apply these conventions in the determination of focal length of a spherical mirror which forms a three times magnified real image of an object placed 16 cm in front of it.
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