Mark ‘T’ if the statement is true and ‘F’ if it is false.

(a) Generally non-metals react with acids.                          (  )
(b) Sodium is a very reactive metal.                                    (  )
(c) Copper displaces zinc from zinc sulphate solution.       (  )
(d) Coal can be drawn into wires.                                        (  )

Describe with the help of a diagram an instrument which can be used to detect a charged body.

Sketch larynx and explain its function in your own words.

Arrange the following boxes in proper order to make a flow chart of sugarcane crop production.

Make a labelled diagram of a candle flame.

What is metamorphosis? Give examples.

The following Table shows the total power shortage in India from 1991– 1997. Show the data in the form of a graph. Plot shortage percentage for the years on the Y-axis and the year on the X-axis.

Make sketches of animal and plant cells. State three differences between them.

What is a constellation? Name any two constellations.

Describe the construction of a kaleidoscope.

Complete the crossword with the help of clues given below:
Across
1. This is necessary for photosynthesis.
3. Term for component present in the cytoplasm.
6. The living substance in the cell.
8. Units of inheritance present on the chromosomes.

Down
1. Green plastids.
2. Formed by collection of tissues.
4. It separates the contents of the cell from the surrounding medium.
5. Empty structure in the cytoplasm.
7. A group of cells.

You spill a bucket of soapy water on a marble floor accidently. Would it make it easier or more difficult for you to walk on the floor? Why?

Describe characteristics and uses of coke.

Explain how you can take care of your eyes.

Give two examples of situations in which applied force causes a change in the shape of an object.

Complete the crossword with the help of clues given below:
Across
1. This is necessary for photosynthesis.
3. Term for component present in the cytoplasm.
6. The living substance in the cell.
8. Units of inheritance present on the chromosomes.

Down
1. Green plastids.
2. Formed by collection of tissues.
4. It separates the contents of the cell from the surrounding medium.
5. Empty structure in the cytoplasm.
7. A group of cells.

Explain why plastic containers are favoured for storing food.

Explain why sportsmen use shoes with spikes.

Gurmit wanted to perform Activity 16.8 using a laser torch. Her teacher advised her not to do so. Can you explain the basis of the teachers advise?

What is the term used for secretions of endocrine glands responsible for changes taking place in the body?

List conditions under which combustion can take place.