Class 10 Biology – Assertion & Reason Quiz (Set 5, CBSE)

Class 10 Biology – Assertion & Reason Quiz (Set 5, CBSE)

Class 10 Biology – Assertion & Reason Quiz (Set 5, CBSE)

Q1. Assertion: Human liver produces bile.
Reason: Bile emulsifies fats in the small intestine.
Correct Answer: (a)
Bile secreted by liver breaks large fat globules into smaller droplets, aiding digestion.
Q2. Assertion: Human lungs have alveoli.
Reason: Alveoli increase the surface area for gas exchange.
Correct Answer: (a)
Alveoli provide a large surface area to facilitate oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange.
Q3. Assertion: Human kidneys contain nephrons.
Reason: Nephrons filter blood to form urine.
Correct Answer: (a)
Nephrons are the functional units of kidneys that remove waste from blood.
Q4. Assertion: RBCs are anucleated in humans.
Reason: Lack of nucleus increases space for hemoglobin.
Correct Answer: (a)
Anucleated RBCs can carry more oxygen via hemoglobin.
Q5. Assertion: Xylem transports water in plants.
Reason: Xylem vessels have thick walls and are dead at maturity.
Correct Answer: (a)
Xylem vessels conduct water and minerals from roots to leaves efficiently.
Q6. Assertion: Human digestive system has small and large intestines.
Reason: Large intestine absorbs water and forms feces.
Correct Answer: (a)
Small intestine absorbs nutrients; large intestine absorbs water and compacts waste.
Q7. Assertion: DNA carries genetic information.
Reason: DNA is made up of nucleotides containing a sugar, phosphate, and base.
Correct Answer: (a)
DNA’s nucleotide sequence determines hereditary traits.
Q8. Assertion: Human endocrine system secretes hormones.
Reason: Hormones regulate body functions like growth and metabolism.
Correct Answer: (a)
Hormones from glands control physiological processes in the body.
Q9. Assertion: Platelets help in blood clotting.
Reason: Platelets release clotting factors to prevent bleeding.
Correct Answer: (a)
Platelets release chemicals that help form a blood clot at injury site.
Q10. Assertion: Fertilization in humans occurs in fallopian tubes.
Reason: Egg and sperm meet immediately after ovulation.
Correct Answer: (a)
Fertilization occurs in the fallopian tube where sperm meets egg.

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