CBSE Class 11 Biology Board Question Paper 2013

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This is the CBSE Class 11 Biology Board Question Paper from 2013, designed for theory examination practice. The paper is structured into four sections: A, B, C, and D. Section A contains 8 questions worth 1 mark each, Section B has 10 questions of 2 marks each, Section C includes 9 questions of 3 marks each, and Section D comprises 3 questions carrying 5 marks each. The total marks for the paper are 70, and the allotted time is 3 hours. While there is no overall choice, internal choices are provided in one 2-mark question, one 3-mark question, and all three 5-mark questions. Neat and labeled diagrams are required where necessary. Solving this previous year's paper helps students understand the exam pattern and prepare effectively.

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BoardCBSE
Class11
SubjectBiology
Session2013
LanguageEnglish
TypePrevious Year Question Paper
Exam typeBoard Exam

Paper pattern

The paper consists of four sections (A, B, C, D) with 8 (1 mark), 10 (2 marks), 9 (3 marks), and 3 (5 marks) questions respectively, totaling 70 marks in 3 hours.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Gastric juice function
  • Interphase DNA doubling
  • Arthropod exoskeleton
  • Lichen growth
  • Uricotelic animals
  • Taxonomic categories
  • Floral formula Liliaceae
  • Sarcomere definition
  • Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic cells
  • Glycosidic bond
  • Phosphodiester bond
  • Air bladder in Pisces
  • Bile juice function
  • Active transport in plants
  • PCT functions
  • Exarch and Endarch conditions
  • ATP synthesis
  • Tidal volume
  • Inspiratory capacity
  • Carbonic anhydrase
  • Hormone functions
  • Aerobic respiration ATP production
  • Abscisic acid function
  • Auxin and Gibberellin antagonism
  • Fruit ripening
  • Parthenocarpy induction
  • Female sexual behavior regulation

Important topics

  • Cell Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Plant Anatomy
  • Animal Physiology
  • Respiration
  • Hormones
  • Taxonomy

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Question paper text

Model Question Paper - 1 unsolved XI BIOLOGY (Theory)

Time: 3 Hrs.]

[M.M : 70]

General Instruction :

  1. All questions are compulsory.
  1. The questions paper consist of four section A, B, C and D. Section 'A' Contain 8 quetions of 1 mark each. Section 'B' is of 10 questions of 2 marks each. Section 'C' has 9 questions of 3 marks each. Section 'D' is of 3 question of 5 marks each.
  1. There is no overall choice. However, and internal choice has been provided in one question of 2 marks. One question of 3 marks and all the three questions of 5 marks.
  2. Wherever necessary, the diagram draw should be neat and properly labelled.

Section 'A'

  1. What is function of mucus present is grastric juice?
  2. In which stage of interphase the amount of DNA doubles per cell.
  3. Name the polysaccharide which constitutes the exoskeleton of arthropods.
  4. Why do lichen generally grow at high altitude?
  5. Select the uricotelic from the following mammals, birds. Cockroach, reptiles.
  6. Which is the lowest category in taxomomic categories.
  7. Write the floral formula of family Liliaceae.
  8. Difine sarcomere.

Section 'B'

  1. Write any two differences between a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell.

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Illustrate a glycosidic and phosphodiester bond.

State the importance of air bladder in pisces.

  1. Bile juice contain no digestive enzyme, yet it is important for digestion. Why?

Explain the role played by protein pumps during active transport is plants.

State the functions of PCT in our body.

  1. How are exarch and endarch conditions differ anatomically in stem and root?

16 What is the importance of F<sub>o</sub>-F<sub>1</sub> particles in ATP synthesis during aerobic respiration?

  1. Define the following: (i) Tidal volume (ii) Inspiratory capicity

OR

Where is Carbonic anhydrase is found? Write its function.

  1. In the given table, showing the name of some hormone and their function. Fill in the blank A to D

Hormone Function Prolactin Α В. Stimulates Contraction of muscle

of uterus during parturition

Thymus C <math>\mathbf{D}</math> regulate female sexual behaviour

Section 'C'

Give the account of total ATP production in aerobic respiration.

  1. (a) How does abscisic acid acts antagonistically to auxin and Gibberellin. ?
  2. Name the growth regulator used for each of the following.
  3. ripening of fruits
  4. Induce parthenocarpy

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Frequently asked questions

What is this document?

This is a CBSE Class 11 Biology Previous Year Board Question Paper from 2013, used for exam practice.

What is the total mark and time duration for this paper?

The paper is for 70 marks and has a time duration of 3 hours.

How is the question paper structured?

It is divided into four sections: A (1 mark questions), B (2 marks questions), C (3 marks questions), and D (5 marks questions).

Are there any choices available in the questions?

Yes, internal choices are provided in one 2-mark question, one 3-mark question, and all three 5-mark questions.

How does solving previous year papers help students?

Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, identify important topics, and improve their marks.

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