ICSE Class 10

ICSE Class 10 Absorption by Roots — Mock Test (2027)

Free online mock test for Absorption by Roots (ICSE Class 10 Biology) — 20 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.

What to expect: This mock test covers key concepts from the Absorption by Roots chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.

Tip: Attempt without notes first to identify gaps, then review explanations for any wrong answers. Retake after a few days for best retention.

Sample questions

  1. 1.Which tissue conducts water and minerals from the root to the other parts of the plant?
    • A.Phloem
    • B.Xylem
    • C.Epidermis
    • D.Parenchyma
  2. 2.The root hair is an extension of which part of the root?
    • A.Cortex
    • B.Endodermis
    • C.Epiblema/epidermis of root cells
    • D.Pericycle
  3. 3.Which hormone is responsible for increasing the heart rate?
    • A.Adrenaline
    • B.Insulin
    • C.Thyroxine
    • D.Growth hormone
  4. 4.What is the term for the net force with which water is drawn into a cell?
    • A.Turgor pressure
    • B.Osmotic pressure
    • C.Suction pressure
    • D.Wall pressure
  5. 5.What are the unicellular outgrowths from the epidermis of roots called?
    • A.Lateral roots
    • B.Root hairs
    • C.Root nodules
    • D.Root caps

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