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Sub. code 2021

NEB — GRADE XII

2082

Old Question

Biology Question Paper 2082 (Old Question)

The candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable. The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

समय (Time) : 3hrsपूर्णाङ्क (Full Marks) : 75

Pass Marks : 32

सबै प्रश्नको उत्तर दिनुहोस् । (Attempt All Questions)

This old question question paper is for Class 12 Biology, 2082 (subject code 2021), carrying full marks of 75 with a pass mark of 32, to be completed within 3hrs. Answers with step-by-step solutions are available for every question below.

Group A (Botany)

Rewrite the correct answer in your answer sheet

5 Marks[5*1 = 5]
1.

Which of the following terms describes pollen tube entry into the embryo sac of ovule through micropyle during fertilization?

a.

Mesogamy

b.

Chalazogamy

c.

Syngamy

d.

Porogamy

2.

Which of the following structures in a plant is primarily responsible for regulating transpiration?

a.

Xylem

b.

Stomata

c.

Root hairs

d.

Phloem

3.

Which of the following genetic disorders is caused by a point mutation?

a.

Down’s Syndrome

b.

Turner’s Syndrome

c.

Sickle Cell Anaemia

d.

Klinefelter’s Syndrome

4.

A botanist observes scattered vascular bundles throughout the ground tissue in a plant stem. What is the most appropriate conclusion?

a.

The plant is monocot.

b.

The plant undergoes secondary growth.

c.

The plant has an open vascular bundle.

d.

The plant is a dicot.

5.

If a plant is placed in a sealed bell jar with limited oxygen, how will its energy production be affected over time?

a.

ATP production will increase due to higher glycolysis.

b.

The plant will rely on anaerobic respiration producing less ATP.

c.

The citric acid cycle will become faster to make up for lack of oxygen.

d.

The electron transport chain will continue functioning normally.

Group B (Botany)

short answer question

16 Marks[4*4 = 16]
6.
[4]

Differentiate between simple permanent tissue and complex permanent tissue on the basis of structure, types, cell composition and functions.

7.

The diagram below illustrates a type of artificial vegetative propagation in an angiosperm. Answer the following questions:

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a.
[1.5]

Identify the type of vegetative propagation and name the parts labelled P and Q.

b.
[1.5]

Briefly explain this type of propagation with an example.

c.
[1]

Mention any two applications of this method.

8.
[4]

In which process are the linked genes inherited together from one generation to another with parental and non-parental combinations? Explain the process with suitable example

Or
8.
[2+2]

How does diffusion differ from osmosis based on the types of molecules involved across a cell membrane? Explain how environmental factors influence the rate of diffusion.

9.
[2+2]

How can GMOs be used to address global food security challenges and what are the potential environmental concerns and health risks associated with their use?

Group C (Botany)

long answer question

16 Marks[2*8 = 16]
10.
[2+3+3]

How do different photosynthetic pigments contribute to capturing light energy? Explain how cyclic and non-cyclic photo-phosphorylation generate ATP and NADPH, and illustrate these with appropriate charts.

11.
[2+4+2]

Explain how color blindness is inherited as a sex-linked trait in humans. Illustrate the inheritance of colour blindness using suitable genetic crosses and analyze the resulting phenotypic outcomes. Based on your analysis, justify why this pattern is referred to as criss-cross inheritance.

Or
11.
[3+5]

Scientists proposed different models of DNA replication. Identify the biologically feasible model that occurs during the S-phase of interphase. Explain the mechanism of this replication process, highlighting the role of enzymes, and illustrate with necessary diagrams

Group A (Zoology)

Rewrite the correct answer in your answer sheet

6 Marks[6*1 = 6]
12.

Which of the following cell produces histamine and heparin?

a.

Plasma cells

b.

WBC

c.

Macrophage cells

d.

Mast cells

13.

Which is the first stage of embryonic development after fertilization in frog's zygote?

a.

Blastulation

b.

Morulation

c.

Cleavage

d.

Gastrulation

14.

After complete digestion of food in duodenum, food changes into milky juice like fluid. What is this state of food called?

a.

Bolus

b.

Chyme

c.

Faeces

d.

Chyle

15.

Most of the organ transplantations have rejection issue. Which of the following organ transplant has no rejection problem?

a.

Cornea transplant

b.

Lung transplant

c.

Kidney transplant

d.

Skin transplant

16.

What is the term called for the addition of individuals in a population from outside or from another population?

a.

Emigration

b.

Immigration

c.

Migration

d.

Dispersion

17.

Identify the pair of disease transmitted through contaminated food and water.

a.

Typhoid and cholera

b.

Typhoid and TB

c.

Cholera and TB

d.

Cholera and candidiasis

Group B (Zoology)

short answer question

16 Marks[4*4 = 16]
18.
[1+3]

“Squamous epithelium is called pavement epithelium.” Give reason. Write any three differences between squamous epithelium and cuboidal epithelium.

19.
[4]

Write about neurulation process in development of frog.

Or
19.
[1+3]

Name any two indigenous fish species. Discuss how integrated fish farming is advantageous over traditional fish farming.

20.

Study the given figure of human internal ear and answer the questions that follow:

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a.
[2]

Label part A, B, C, D.

b.
[2]

Write function of A and D.

21.
[2+2]

Renal disorder is the malfunctioning of kidneys. Identify any two risk factors responsible for kidney disorders and suggest any two healthy habits to protect our kidneys.

Group C (Zoology)

long answer question

16 Marks[2*8 = 16]
22.
[1+2+2+2+1]

Mention the causative agent, mode of transmission, symptoms of pulmonary tuberculosis. Highlight various strategies for its prevention. Why is it called “disease of poverty”?

23.
[4+3+1]

Reproduction is a process of continuation of human race. Describe female reproductive system with a well labelled diagram of human being. How would you explain ovulation in female human?

Or
23.
[4+3+1]

Nephrons are the structural and functional unit of kidney. Illustrate the structure of nephron with a labelled diagram. What would happen if ADH is secreted insufficiently?

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