Class 10th Science Datesheet And Important Topics
The Central Board of Secondary Education(CBSE) is all set to conduct class 10 board exams from February 2025.We understand the anxiety and pressure faced by students,teachers and parents at this point of time,hence we are here to ensure that you stay updated with the modifications and syllabus to take some weight off your shoulders! This blog specifically deals with science.For other subjects you can check out our other blogs. The Class 10 Science exam is often seen as a foundational assessment that tests students on the fundamental principles of the natural world. The concepts learned in this exam form the basis for more advanced studies in fields like Medicine, Engineering, and various branches of natural sciences. Since the CBSE board’s marking scheme emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, students must be well-versed with the concepts, terminology, formulas, and scientific processes that define each area of study. Performing well in the Class 10 Science exam not only boosts a student’s confidence but also enhances their problem-solving abilities, logical thinking, and scientific temperament. Therefore, having a focused approach toward understanding the most important topics in the syllabus is crucial for scoring well.NCERT Science syllabus is divided into three main branches namely Physics,Chemistry and biology.
CBSE Class 10 Science Unitwise Weightage 2024-25
| S. No. | Unit | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | I. Chemical Substances-Nature and Behaviour | 25 |
| 2 | II. World of Living | 25 |
| 3 | III. Natural Phenomena | 12 |
| 4 | IV. Effects of Current | 13 |
| 5 | V. Natural | 5 |
| Total | 80 | |
In the past few years,CBSE has revised the syllabus for promoting holistic development of students and reduce their stress.The Board has decided to eliminate certain topics,which they felt were extra, and these will no longer be included in the 2025 science examination.
| Chapter Name | Page No. | Dropped Topics/Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter 5: Periodic Classification of Elements | 79-92 | Full chapter |
| Chapter 9: Heredity and Evolution | 147-158 |
Box item: Charles Robert Darwin
Box item: Origin of life on earth
Box item: How do fossils form layer by layer
Box item: Molecular phylogeny
9.3 Evolution
9.3.1 An Illustration
9.3.2 Acquired and Inherited Traits
9.4 Speciation
9.5 Evolution and Classification
9.5.1 Tracing Evolutionary Relationships
9.5.2 Fossils
9.5.3 Evolution by Stages
9.6 Evolution Should Not Be Equated With ‘Progress’
9.6.1 Human Evolution
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| Chapter 11: The Human Eye and the Colourful World | 188, 189, 196 and 197 |
Two box items:
Damage to or malfunction of any part of the visual system…
Why do we have two eyes for vision and not just one?
10.6.3 Colour of the Sun at Sunrise and Sunset
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| Chapter 12: Electricity | 201 |
Box item: ‘Flow’ of charges inside a wire
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| Chapter 13: Magnetic Effects of Electric Current |
Box item: Michael Faraday
3.4 Electric Motor
3.5 Electromagnetic Induction
3.6 Electric Generator
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| Chapter 14: Sources of Energy | 242-255 | Full chapter |
| Chapter 16: Sustainable Management of Natural Resources | 266-280 | Full chapter |
Conclusion
With consistent effort, focused revision, and the right resources, every student can approach the Class 10 Science exam with confidence and achieve the desired results.