CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2023-24 - CBSE Class 10th Science Syllabus Download PDF

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Updated On: March 03, 2024 07:26 pm IST

CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 has been released by the Central Board of Secondary Education on its official website. Check more details here!

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CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus: The Central Board of Secondary Education has recently released the revised CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2024 on its official website. The CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 comprises 5 units namely Chemical Substances-Nature and Behaviour, World of Living, Natural Phenomena, Effects of Current, and Natural Resources. Before the introduction of the CBSE 10th Date Sheet 2024, students should begin studying the CBSE 10th Science syllabus for the academic year 2024. CBSE Class 10 Science paper will be for a total of 80 marks with 20 marks for Internal Assessment. In addition to this, CBSE Class 10 Syllabus also includes a list of Practicals to be performed. The CBSE Class 10 examination will be held from February 15 to April 10, 2024. Students appearing for CBSE Class 10 Science, must go through the whole article to know about the CBSE Class 10th Science Syllabus, Exam Pattern, and Preparation Tips.

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CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 PDF 

Students can now download the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus from the official website of CBSE Academics. You can check out the direct PDF from the table given below:

CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 PDF

CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024: Structure

Check the unit-wise marks distribution tabulated below:

Units 

Marks 

Unit 1: Chemical Substances-Nature and Behaviour

25

Unit 2: World of Living 

25

Unit 3: Natural Phenomena

12

Unit 4: Effects of Current

13

Unit 5: Natural Resources

05

Total

80

Internal assessment 

20

Grand Total 

100

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CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 - Unit-wise

Unit 1: Chemical Substances – Nature and Behaviour

Theme

Topics

Chemical reactions

Chemical equation, Balanced chemical equation, implications of a balanced chemical equation, types of chemical reactions: combination, decomposition, displacement, double displacement, precipitation, endothermic exothermic reactions, oxidation and reduction

Acids, bases and salts

Their definitions in terms of furnishing of H+ and OH– ions, General properties, examples and uses, neutralization, concept of pH scale (Definition relating to logarithm not required), importance of pH in everyday life; preparation and uses of Sodium Hydroxide,Bleaching powder, Baking soda, Washing soda and Plaster of Paris.

Metals and nonmetals

Properties of metals and non-metals; Reactivity series; Formation and properties of ionic compounds; Basic metallurgical processes; Corrosion and its prevention

Carbon compounds:

Covalent bonding in carbon compounds. Versatile nature of carbon. Homologous series. Nomenclature of carbon compounds containing functional groups (halogens, alcohol, ketones, aldehydes, alkanes and alkynes), difference between saturated hydro carbons and unsaturated hydrocarbons. Chemical properties of carbon compounds (combustion, oxidation, addition and substitution reaction). Ethanol and Ethanoic acid (only properties and uses), soaps and detergents.

Unit II: World of Living

Themes

Topics

Life processes

  ‘Living Being’. Basic concept of nutrition, respiration, transport and excretion in plants and animals

Control and co-ordination in animals

Tropic movements in plants; Introduction of plant hormones; Control and co-ordination in animals: Nervous system; Voluntary, involuntary and reflex action; Chemical co-ordination: animal hormones.

Reproduction

Reproduction in animals and plants (asexual and sexual) reproductive health - need and methods of family planning. Safe sex vs HIV/AIDS. Child bearing and women’s health.

Heredity and Evolution

Heredity; Mendel’s contribution- Laws for inheritance of traits: Sex determination: brief introduction: (topics excluded - evolution; evolution and classification and evolution should not be equated with progress).

Unit III: Natural Phenomena

Themes

Topics

Reflection of light by curved surfaces

Reflection of light by curved surfaces; Images formed by spherical mirrors, centre of curvature, principal axis, principal focus, focal length, mirror formula

Refraction of light by spherical lens

Refraction; Laws of refraction, refractive index. Refraction of light by spherical lens; Image formed by spherical lenses; Lens formula

Human Eye

Functioning of a lens in human eye, defects of vision and their corrections, applications of spherical mirrors and lenses

Refraction of light through a prism

Functioning of a lens in human eye, defects of vision and their corrections, applications of spherical mirrors and lenses. Refraction of light through a prism, dispersion of light, scattering of light

Unit IV: Effects of Current

Themes

Topics

Effects of Current

Electric current, potential difference and electric current. Ohm’s law; Resistance, Resistivity, Factors on which the resistance of a conductor depends. Series combination of resistors, parallel combination of resistors and its applications in daily life. Heating effect of electric current and its applications in daily life. Electric power, Interrelation between P, V, I and R.

Magnetic effects of current

Magnetic field, field lines, field due to a current carryingconductor, field due to current carrying coil or solenoid; Force on current carrying conductor,Fleming’s Left Hand Rule, Direct current. Alternating current: frequency of AC. Advantage of AC over DC. Domestic electric circuits.

Unit V: Natural Resources

Our environment: Eco-system, Environmental problems, Ozone depletion, waste production, and their solutions. Biodegradable and non-biodegradable substances.

CBSE Class 10 Science Exam Pattern 2023-24

CBSE Class 10 Science Exam pattern 2023-24 consists of a total of 27 questions. The questions are divided into Section A and Section B. Section A includes 2 very short answer type (VSA) questions of 1 mark each, 3 short answer type questions for 2 marks each, 10 short answer type questions for 3 marks each, and 6 long answer type questions of 5 marks each. Section B will consist of 6 questions of 2 marks each which will be based on practical knowledge.

The students can check the table below to understand the exam pattern for class 10th Science subject:

Type of Question

No of Questions

Remembering (Knowledge-based)

4

Understanding (Comprehension)

7

Application

5

High Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)

2

Inference & Evaluation

3

CBSE Class 10 Science Question Paper Design 2024 (Theory)

CBSE Class 10 Exam Pattern for Science is designed to examine the students on 3 parameters as shown below along with the Typology of the Questions asked in the CBSE Class 10 Science Exam. These are the types of Questions asked:

  • Very Short Answer (VSA) - objective type questions, 

  • Assertion – Reasoning-type questions; 

  • Short Answer & Long Answer; 

  • Source-based/ Case-based/ Passage-based/ Integrated assessment questions.

The CBSE 10th Science Syllabus covers the following assessment areas.

Competencies

Total

Demonstrate Knowledge and Understanding

46%

Application of Knowledge/Concepts

22%

Analyze, Evaluate, and Create

32%

Total

100%

CBSE Class 10 Science Internal Assessment Paper Design

  • (i) Periodic Assessment - 05 marks + 05 marks

  • (ii) Subject Enrichment (Practical Work) - 05 marks

  • (iii) Portfolio - 05 marks

CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 for Practical Exams

Students should not underrate the significance of practicals because the internal assessment is worth a total of 20 marks. They should concentrate on the practicals as well as the theory covered by the CBSE Syllabus for Class 10 Science. This will assist students in receiving excellent scores and gaining an understanding of the theoretical topics through experiments and practicals. The CBSE Class 10 Science Practical syllabus is therefore available here.

CBSE Class 10 Science Practical Syllabus

1. A. Finding the pH of the following samples by using pH paper/universal indicator: Unit-I
(i) Dilute Hydrochloric Acid
(ii) Dilute NaOH solution
(iii) Dilute Ethanoic Acid solution
(iv) Lemon juice
(v) Water
(vi) Dilute Hydrogen Carbonate solution

B. Studying the properties of acids and bases (HCl & NaOH) on the basis of their reaction with:

  • Litmus solution (Blue/Red)

  • Zinc metal

  • Solid sodium carbonate

2. Performing and observing the following reactions and classifying them into:

A. Combination reaction
B. Decomposition reaction
C. Displacement reaction
D. Double displacement reaction

i) Action of water on quicklime
ii) Action of heat on ferrous sulfate crystals
iii) Iron nails kept in copper sulfate solution
iv) Reaction between sodium sulfate and barium chloride solutions

3. A. Observing the action of Zn, Fe, Cu, and Al metals on the following salt solutions:

  • ZnSO4(aq)

  • FeSO4(aq)

  • CuSO4(aq)

  • Al2(SO4)3(aq)

B. Arranging Zn, Fe, Cu, and Al (metals) in the decreasing order of reactivity based on the above result.

4. Studying the dependence of potential difference (V) across a resistor on the current (I) passing through it and determining its resistance. Also plotting a graph between V and I.

5. Determination of the focal length of (i) Concave mirror and (ii) Convex lens by obtaining the image of a distant object.

6. Preparing a temporary mount of a leaf peel to show stomata.

7. Experimentally show that carbon dioxide is given out during respiration.

8. Study of the following properties of acetic acid (ethanoic acid)

i) Odour
ii) solubility in water
iii) effect on litmus
iv) reaction with Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate

9. Study of the comparative cleaning capacity of a sample of soap in soft and hard water.

10. Determination of the focal length of:
i) Concave mirror
ii) Convex lens
by obtaining the image of a distant object.

11. Tracing the path of a ray of light passing through a rectangular glass slab for different angles of incidence. Measure the angle of incidence, angle of refraction, and angle of emergence and interpret the result. Unit - III
12. Studying (a) binary fission in Amoeba, and (b) budding in yeast and Hydra with the help of prepared slides. Unit-II
13. Tracing the path of the rays of light through a glass prism. Unit-III
14. Identification of the different parts of an embryo of a dicot seed (Peas, gram, or red kidney bean).

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CBSE Class 10 Science Deleted Syllabus 2023-24

Students can check the table below to get a proper idea of the topics excluded from the 

Chapter Name

Page No.

Dropped Topics/Chapter

Chapter 5: Periodic Classification of Elements

79–92

Full chapter

Chapter: 9 Heredity and Evolution

(Chapter name replaced with: Heredity)

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

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?

11.6.3 Colour of the Sun at Sunrise and Sunset

Chapter: 12 Electricity

201

Box item: ‘Flow’ of charges inside a wire

Chapter: 13 Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

232–237

Box item: Michael Faraday

3.4 Electric Motor

3.5 Electromagnetic Induction

3.6 Electric Generator

Chapter: 14 Sources of Energy

242–255

Full chapter

Chapter: 16 Sustainable Management of Natural Resources

266–280

Full chapter

Reference Books for CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024

  • Science-Text book for class X- NCERT Publication

  • Assessment of Practical Skills in Science- Class X- CBSE Publication

  • Laboratory Manual-Science-Class X, NCERT Publication

  • Exemplar Problems Class X – NCERT Publication

CBSE 10 Science Syllabus 2024: Preparation Tips 

  • Be clear about the Basic Concepts: Science is based on Theories, Concepts, and Formulae. In order to perform well in the CBSE Class 10th Science exam, one must have a clear understanding of the underlying principles and concepts.

  • Proper Learning Process: One cannot muggle up science. Rather try to learn the concepts with examples and applications. Read and understand the underlying theory for every concept. Read, comprehend, and then derive formulae on your own. After that solve problems based on them, this way you will never have to memorize every formula.

  • Study every day: Make a habit of studying for even a small period of time every day. This will help you acquire better results. If you maintain consistency in studying every day, you will get to revise your topics and avoid last-minute cramming through them.

  • Solve Question Papers: There is no alternative to practice sample papers. Like mathematics, Science also requires consistent practice to brush up the skills and concepts. Practice solving textbook examples, Previous-Year Question Papers, and sample papers.

  • Time Management: In order to acquire a considerable marks in the CBSE Class 10 Science Exam, students must know how to manage their time. To cover the vast syllabus and then attempting the entire question paper in the given time, requires a good hold on time management. Based on your domain of expertise, plan your routine during exam week. Plan how you will attempt the questions and proceed accordingly.

FAQs

How do I download the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 is available on the official website of CBSE Academics. Students can download the syllabus by clicking on the curriculum option present on the menu bar. 

What are the books needed to complete the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

To complete the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024, students should focus on NCERT textbooks and then move on to the side books as prescribed by their teachers or their mentors. 

What is the weightage of the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 is prescribed for 100 marks. Theory paper will be for 80 marks and 20 marks will be allotted for the Practical Examination for which the syllabus is included in the official PDF. 

How do I revise the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

To revise the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024, students can download sample papers available on the official website of CBSE or they can check out side books available at the nearest Book Stores.

Where do I download the sample papers for revision of the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

To download the sample papers for revision of the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024, go to the official CBSE Academics website. You need to click on the option called sample question paper present on the menu bar.

How many chapters are included in the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

There are five units presented in the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024. All these units deal with the different chapters and topics so the students must prepare accordingly.

Is the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 different from last year?

No, there is not much difference between the CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024 and the last year. No major changes were recorded in the syllabus for the last 2 years.

Are Physics, Chemistry, and Biology separated in CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

No, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are not separated in CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024. However, there are units that are covered in the syllabus that deals with these subjects separately. 

What is the exam date for CBSE Class 10th Science Paper 2024?

CBSE Class 10th Science Paper 2024 will be conducted between 15th February 2024 to 10th April 2024. However, the detailed date sheet is not yet available on the official website and will be released in December. 

How much time do I need to complete CBSE Class 10 Science Syllabus 2024?

To complete the CBSE Class 10th Science Paper 2024, students need at least 6 months so you must start your preparations for the board exams as soon as possible. 

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