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A Journey through States of Water

CBSE · Class 6 · Science

Complete topic list for A Journey through States of Water in CBSE Class 6 Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in A Journey through States of Water

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1. States of Water

  • Water exists in three states: solid, liquid, and gaseous.
  • Ice is the solid state of water.
  • Water is the liquid state of water.
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2. Evaporation and Condensation

  • Evaporation is the process of conversion of water into its vapour state.
  • Evaporation happens continuously, even at room temperature.
  • Drying of wet clothes, mopped floors, and sweat on the body are examples of evaporation.
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3. How Water Changes State

  • Water changes state on heating or cooling.
  • Ice changes into water on heating.
  • Water changes into water vapour on further heating.
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4. Factors Affecting Evaporation

  • Evaporation is faster when the exposed area of water is larger.
  • Water spread on a plate evaporates faster than water in a bottle cap.
  • Water evaporates faster in sunlight than in shade.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Water changes state, moves through the environment, and returns again through evaporation, condensation, and the water cycle.

States of waterProperties of each stateEvaporationCondensationChanges by heating and coolingFactors affecting evaporationCooling effect of evaporationClouds and rain

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in A Journey through States of Water for CBSE Class 6 Science?
A Journey through States of Water covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 6 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in A Journey through States of Water — CBSE Class 6 Science?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 44 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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