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Which of the following statements are CORRECT about water?
(i) Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.
(ii) Water boils at 90 degrees Celsius.
(iii) Water is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
(iv) Water is an element.
  • a)
    (i) and (iii) only
  • b)
    (ii) and (iv) only
  • c)
    (i) and (ii) only
  • d)
    (iii) and (iv) only
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

**Correct Statements About Water**
Water is a fundamental substance that plays a crucial role in the existence of life on Earth. Let's explore the correct statements about water based on the provided options.
- **Freezing and Boiling Points**
- **Correct Statement:** Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.
- This statement is correct. When the temperature of water reaches 0 degrees Celsius, it changes from a liquid state to a solid state, forming ice.
- **Incorrect Statement:** Water boils at 90 degrees Celsius.
- This statement is incorrect. Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius. When the temperature reaches this point, water changes from a liquid state to a gaseous state.
- **Composition of Water**
- **Correct Statement:** Water is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
- This statement is correct. The chemical formula for water is H2O, indicating that each water molecule consists of two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom.
- **Incorrect Statement:** Water is an element.
- This statement is incorrect. Water is not an element but a compound composed of two different elements, hydrogen and oxygen.
Therefore, the correct statements about water are:
- (i) Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.
- (iii) Water is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
These statements accurately describe key properties and characteristics of water, highlighting its importance in various natural processes and human activities.

Which of the following statements are INCORRECT about magnets?
(i) Magnets have two poles, north and south.
(ii) Like poles attract each other.
(iii) Magnets can attract only metals.
(iv) Opposite poles repel each other.
  • a)
    (ii) and (iv) only
  • b)
    (ii) and (iii) only
  • c)
    (i) and (iii) only
  • d)
    (i) and (ii) only
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Understanding the Incorrect Statements about Magnets
When evaluating the provided statements about magnets, it’s essential to clarify the properties of magnets.
Statement Analysis
- Statement (i): Magnets have two poles, north and south.
- This statement is correct. All magnets have a north pole and a south pole.
- Statement (ii): Like poles attract each other.
- This statement is incorrect. Like poles (north-north or south-south) actually repel each other, while opposite poles (north-south) attract.
- Statement (iii): Magnets can attract only metals.
- This statement is also incorrect. While magnets primarily attract ferromagnetic materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt, they can also influence other materials under certain conditions (e.g., paramagnetic materials).
- Statement (iv): Opposite poles repel each other.
- This statement is incorrect. Opposite poles attract each other, while like poles repel.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- The incorrect statements are (ii) and (iii).
- Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B': (ii) and (iii) only.
This understanding of magnetic properties is fundamental for grasping how magnets interact with each other and with various materials in our environment. Always remember that opposite poles attract, and like poles repel!

Read the given statements and select the option that correctly identifies them as true (T) and false (F) ones.
(i) Water expands when it freezes.
(ii) The speed of light is faster than the speed of sound.
(iii) Sugar is a complex carbohydrate.
(iv) The Amazon River is the longest river in the world.
  • a)
    T T F F
  • b)
    F F T T
  • c)
    T F T T
  • d)
    F T F T
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Lakshmi Mehta answered
Water expands when it freezes:
- True (T)
- When water freezes, it forms a crystalline structure which causes it to expand, unlike most substances which contract when they solidify.

The speed of light is faster than the speed of sound:
- True (T)
- Light travels at a speed of approximately 299,792 kilometers per second, which is much faster than the speed of sound in air, which is about 343 meters per second.

Sugar is a complex carbohydrate:
- False (F)
- Sugar is a simple carbohydrate, not a complex one. Complex carbohydrates are made up of multiple sugar molecules linked together, while simple carbohydrates consist of one or two sugar molecules.

The Amazon River is the longest river in the world:
- False (F)
- The Nile River in Africa is actually the longest river in the world, with a length of about 6,650 kilometers, while the Amazon River in South America is the second longest.

Identify (i) and (ii) and select the option that correctly identifies examples of (i) and (ii).
(i) It is a part of the plant that absorbs water and nutrients from the soil.
(ii) It is the process by which plants make their food using sunlight.
  • a)
    Root Photosynthesis
  • b)
    Leaf Respiration
  • c)
    Stem Transpiration
  • d)
    Flower Germination
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Root Photosynthesis:
Roots are the part of the plant that absorbs water and nutrients from the soil. However, photosynthesis, the process by which plants make their food using sunlight, primarily occurs in the leaves. This means that roots do not typically engage in photosynthesis.

Explanation of the correct answer (Option A):
Option A, "Root Photosynthesis," is an incorrect pairing of terms. Photosynthesis occurs in the leaves of plants, not in the roots. The roots' main function is to absorb water and nutrients from the soil, which are then transported to the rest of the plant for use in processes like photosynthesis. Therefore, the correct pairing would be "Leaf Photosynthesis" instead of "Root Photosynthesis."

Match the following types of clouds with their descriptions:
  • a)
    (ii) (iii) (v) (iv) (i)
  • b)
    (i) (ii) (iv) (v) (iii)
  • c)
    (iv) (iii) (ii) (v) (i)
  • d)
    (ii) (v) (i) (iv) (iii)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

  1. Cumulus - (ii) Low, fluffy clouds
  2. Cirrus - (i) Thin and wispy clouds
  3. Stratus - (iv) Thick, gray clouds
  4. Nimbostratus - (v) Rain clouds
  5. Altostratus - (iii) High, feathery clouds
Correct Answer: A

Match the following plants with their types:
  • a)
    (ii), (v), (iii), (i), (iv)
  • b)
    (iii), (i), (v), (ii), (iv)
  • c)
    (v), (ii), (i), (iii), (iv)
  • d)
    (i) (iii), (ii), (v), (iv)
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Gunjan Lakhani answered
Here is the correct matching of plants and their types:
  • a. Rose(v) Shrub: A rose is a shrub, which is a small to medium-sized plant with woody stems.
  • b. Pine(i) Coniferous: A pine tree is coniferous, meaning it has cones and needle-like leaves.
  • c. Tulip(iii) Deciduous: Tulips are deciduous, meaning they shed their leaves seasonally.
  • d. Oak(ii) Herbaceous: An oak is a deciduous tree, but oak plants do not belong to the herbaceous type.
  • e. Cactus(iv) Succulent: A cactus is a succulent plant that stores water in its stems.
Thus, the correct answer is Option B: (iii), (i), (v), (ii), (iv).

Match the following parts of a plant with their functions:
  • a)
    (iii) (ii) (v) (i) (iv) 
  • b)
    (v) (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
  • c)
    (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (i)
  • d)
    (i) (iii) (v) (ii) (iv)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Subset Academy answered
a. Roots - Absorb water and nutrients (ii)
b. Stem - Transport water and nutrients (iii)
c. Leaves - Make food using sunlight (iv)
d. Flowers - Reproduction (v)
e. Fruits - Store food (i)

Match the following scientific instruments with their uses:
  • a)
    (iii), (i), (iv), (v), (ii)
  • b)
    (ii), (iv), (iii), (v), (i)
  • c)
    (i), (iii), (v), (ii), (iv)
  • d)
    (iv), (v), (i), (iii), (ii)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Rahul Kumar answered
Here is the correct matching of scientific instruments with their uses:
  • a. Microscope(iii) Magnify objects: A microscope is used to magnify very small objects.
  • b. Thermometer(i) Measure temperature: A thermometer is used to measure temperature.
  • c. Telescope(iv) Observe distant objects: A telescope is used to observe objects that are far away.
  • d. Stethoscope(v) Listen to heart sounds: A stethoscope is used by doctors to listen to heartbeats and other body sounds.
  • e. Loudspeaker(ii) Amplify sound: A loudspeaker amplifies sound to make it louder.
Thus, the correct answer is Option A: (iii) (i) (iv) (v) (ii).

Match the following body parts with their functions:
  • a)
    (ii), (iv), (i), (iii), (v)
  • b)
    (iii), (ii), (iv), (v), (i)
  • c)
    (i), (iv), (ii), (v), (iii)
  • d)
    (iv), (i), (v), (ii), (iii)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Indu Gupta answered
Here is the correct matching of body parts and their functions:
  • a. Heart(ii) Pump blood: The heart is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
  • b. Tongue(i) Sense of taste: The tongue is responsible for the sense of taste.
  • c. Nose(iv) Smell odors: The nose is responsible for the sense of smell.
  • d. Ear(iii) Hear sounds: The ear is responsible for hearing sounds.
  • e. Brain(v) Balance: The brain helps maintain balance in the body.
Thus, the correct answer is Option A: (ii) (iv) (i) (iii) (v).

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