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(d)  If Assertion is incorrect but Reason is correct.
                              (e)  If Assertion and reason both are incorrect.

                         Assertion (A):  Teenagers should bath at least once every day.
                         Reason (R):The increased activity of sweat glands sometimes makes the body
                         smelly.
               Q6.       Write down the names and functions of the followingglands :-
                         (a) Master gland
                         (b) One Endocrine gland.
                         (c)  One Exocrine gland

               Q7.       (a) What are chromosomes?
                         (b) How many chromosomes are present in human cell?
                         (c) Is a woman responsible for the birth of a girl child? Explain.

               Q8.       John and Radha were classmates since childhood. When Radha became eleven
                         years old, she developed a little swelling on her neck. She visited the doctor who
                         started medication for her. After a few years, John also developed a slight
                         protrusion on his throat. He got worried and went to the doctor. But, the doctor
                         assured him that it was a normal feature in boys while they are growing up. Can
                         you think of any reasons for the difference in diagnosis?
               Q9.       Explain the term reproductive health. What should we do to maintain reproductive
                         health?(Two Points)

               Q10.      Fill A,B,C,D,E,F
                          Name of the gland            Hormones secreted            Function
                                                                                    (i) Helps the body to
                                                                                    adjust stress conditions
                                       A                          B                 (ii) Regulates blood
                                                                                    pressure, heart rate and
                                                                                    Breathing rate.
                          Thyroid gland                           C                             D
                             E                         Growth hormone                           F
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