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Beyond Earth — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 6 · Science

What Beyond Earth covers in CBSE Class 6 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 6 Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 6 Science · 2026-27

Topics in Beyond Earth

1

Stars and Constellations

  • Stars shine with their own light.
  • Some stars look bright and some look dim.
  • Groups of stars may form patterns that are easy to recognise.
2

Night Sky Watching and Light Pollution

  • A clear dark sky shows more stars than a city sky.
  • Light pollution means excessive artificial light at night.
  • Smoke and dust also reduce the number of visible stars.
3

The Sun and the Solar System

  • The Sun is a star and the closest star to Earth.
  • The Sun is an extremely hot spherical ball of gases.
  • The Sun gives heat and light and is the main source of energy on Earth.
4

Planets and Their Features

  • The eight planets in order of increasing distance from the Sun are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.
  • Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars are the inner planets.
  • Inner planets are smaller and have solid rocky surfaces.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Beyond Earth

Stars and ConstellationsNight Sky WatchingThe Sun and the Solar SystemPlanetsMoons and Other Small BodiesThe Milky Way Galaxy and BeyondSpace Exploration and Observation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Beyond Earth for CBSE Class 6 Science?
Key topics in Beyond Earth include Stars and Constellations, Night Sky Watching and Light Pollution, The Sun and the Solar System, Planets and Their Features. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Beyond Earth for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Beyond Earth. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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