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Previous year board exam questions, filtered by subject and year.

38 questions
Feb 2024 · 3 marksmedium

State and explain parallax method for measuring large distances.

Feb 2024 · 3 marksmedium

Derive the kinematic equation v² = u² + 2as using calculus.

Feb 2024 · 3 markshard

Derive an expression for centripetal acceleration.

Feb 2024 · 5 markshard

State the laws of thermodynamics. Explain Carnot engine with a neat diagram.

Feb 2024 · 3 markseasy

Explain the mole concept. Calculate the number of moles in 20g of CaCO₃.

Feb 2024 · 3 markshard

Write the electronic configuration of Cu and Cr. Explain the anomaly.

Feb 2024 · 4 markshard

State Hess's law. Calculate enthalpy change for a reaction using bond energies.

Feb 2024 · 2 markseasy

Explain the concept of pH. Calculate the pH of 0.001M HCl solution.

Feb 2024 · 3 markseasy

If A = {1,2,3}, B = {2,3,4}, find A∪B, A∩B, A-B. Verify n(A∪B) = n(A) + n(B) - n(A∩B).

Feb 2024 · 3 marksmedium

Find the domain and range of f(x) = √(x²-4).

Feb 2024 · 4 markshard

Find the derivative of x³+2x²-5x+7 from first principles.

Feb 2024 · 3 marksmedium

How many 4-letter words can be formed using the letters of 'MATHEMATICS'?

Feb 2024 · 3 markseasy

State the cell theory. Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Feb 2024 · 3 marksmedium

Describe the structure of a dicotyledonous leaf.

Feb 2024 · 4 marksmedium

Explain the mechanism of breathing in humans.

Feb 2024 · 3 marksmedium

Explain the reflex arc with a neat diagram.

July 2024 · 4 marksmedium

A ball is thrown vertically upwards with velocity 20 m/s. Find maximum height and time of flight.

July 2024 · 4 marksmedium

State and explain Huygens' principle. Use it to prove laws of reflection.

July 2024 · 3 marksmedium

Explain periodic trends in ionization enthalpy across a period and down a group.

July 2024 · 2 markseasy

Distinguish between electrophiles and nucleophiles with examples.

July 2024 · 4 markseasy

Prove that sin²θ + cos²θ = 1. Express sin3θ in terms of sinθ.

July 2024 · 5 marksmedium

Describe the stages of mitosis with the help of diagrams.

July 2024 · 3 markseasy

What are hormones? Explain the feedback mechanism of hormone regulation.

Feb 2023 · 2 markseasy

Convert 1 newton into dyne using dimensional analysis.

Feb 2023 · 4 markseasy

State Newton's laws of motion. Explain the concept of inertia with an example.

Feb 2023 · 3 marksmedium

Define SHM. Derive the differential equation of SHM.

Feb 2023 · 2 marksmedium

State Heisenberg's uncertainty principle. Why is it significant only for subatomic particles?

Feb 2023 · 4 marksmedium

Explain VSEPR theory. Predict the geometry of NH₃ and H₂O.

Feb 2023 · 4 marksmedium

What is a redox reaction? Balance the following equation using ion-electron method.

Feb 2023 · 2 marksmedium

Prove that √3 is irrational.

Feb 2023 · 3 marksmedium

Find the equation of the line passing through (2,3) and perpendicular to 3x+4y=12.

Feb 2023 · 4 marksmedium

Explain the structure and function of mitochondria with a labeled diagram.

Feb 2023 · 3 markseasy

Explain the mechanism of enzyme action using lock-and-key model.

Feb 2023 · 4 markshard

Describe the structure and function of nephrons.

July 2023 · 3 markseasy

Define work, energy, and power. State work-energy theorem.

July 2023 · 3 marksmedium

Derive the relationship between Kp and Kc. Give one example each of homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibrium.

July 2023 · 4 markshard

Evaluate ∫(3x²+2x-1)dx as a limit of sum.

July 2023 · 4 marksmedium

Draw a labeled diagram of the human heart showing the flow of blood.