CBSE Class 11 Biology Board Question Paper 2011
This is the CBSE Class 11 Biology Previous Year Question Paper from 2011. The paper is divided 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 of 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 properly labelled diagrams are required where necessary. Solving this model question paper helps students understand the exam pattern and prepare effectively for their board examinations.
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| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 11 |
| Subject | Biology |
| Session | 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper consists of four sections (A, B, C, D) with 8 (1-mark), 10 (2-mark), 9 (3-mark), and 3 (5-mark) questions respectively, totaling 70 marks in 3 hours.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Cell Biology
- Enzymes
- Human Physiology
- Plant Anatomy
- Respiration
- Blood Circulation
- Hormones
Important topics
- Cell structure and function
- Enzyme inhibition
- Digestive enzymes
- Plant cell in solutions
- Urine formation
- Monocot vs Dicot stem anatomy
- Electron Transport System
- CO2 transport by RBCs
- Muscle contraction
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Question paper text
Model Question Paper - 2 (unsolved) XI BIOLOGY (Theory)
Time: 3 Hrs.]
[M.M:70]
General Instruction:
- All questions are compulsory.
- 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.
- There is no overall choice. However, and intornal choice has been provided in one question of 2 marks. One question of 3 marks and all the three questions of 5 marks.
- Wherever necessary, the diagram draw should be neat and properly cabelled.
Section 'A'
- What is the function of epiglottis in human?
- At which stage of cell division, the morphology of chromosomes can be distinctly studied?
- What is the function of gizzard?
- Name the phyllotaxy in Asltonia.
- Name the algal and fungal components of Lichens respectively.
- Which has more number of series, a genus or a family?
- Name the functional unit of a skeletal muscle.
- Select the ammonotelic animals from the following: Mammals, bony fishes, birds, reptiles, aquatic insects.
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Section 'B'
- "Cell is the basic unit of life." Justify this statement.
- How does competitive inhibitor inhibits the activity of an enzyme ? Explain with an example.
Mammals are the most successful and dominant animals. Provide any four evidences in favour of this statement.
Describe the role of various enzymes in the digestion of protiens in our alimentary canal.
What will happen to a plant cell, if it is kept in (a) hypertonic solution
- hypotonic solution.
- What is (a) ultra filtration (b) tubular secretion in relation to urine formation.
Slides of T.S. of monocot stem and T.S. of dicot stem are provided to you. How would you differentiate them anatomically?
- Where does electron transport system occur in mitochondria? State the role of oxygen in ETS.
- Describe the role of red blood cells in the transport of carbon dioxide in blood.
OR
Where are calcium ions stored in a muscle fibre ? How do calcium ions affect the process of muscle contraction?
- In the given table, showing name of some harmones and their functions, some gaps are blank; Full in the blanks 'a' to 'd'
Name of harmone Function
- Glucagon (a)
- (b) controls the metabolism of protein, fats and carbohydrates
- Thymosin (c)
- (d) Stimulates reabsorption of water and electrobytes by the distal tubules.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 11 Biology Previous Year Board Question Paper from 2011, 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 (8x1 mark), B (10x2 marks), C (9x3 marks), and D (3x5 marks).
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?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, identify important topics, and improve their marks.
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