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Landforms and Life — Revision Notes

CBSE · Class 6 · Social Science

Landforms and Life revision notes for CBSE Class 6 Social Science: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the CBSE Class 6 Social Science syllabus.

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Main Landforms

  • A landform is a physical feature on the surface of Earth that takes shape over millions of years.
  • The three main landforms are mountains, plateaus, and plains.
  • Deserts are an additional landform beyond the three main types.
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2. Mountains

  • Mountains are much higher than the surrounding land.
  • Mountains have a broad base, steep slopes, and a narrow summit.
  • Some mountains are snowcapped depending on height.
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3. Mountain Life and Importance

  • Montane forests on mountain slopes have conifer trees such as pines, firs, spruce, and deodar.
  • At higher altitudes, trees give way to grasses, mosses, and lichen.
  • Mountain fauna includes the golden eagle, peregrine falcon, Canadian lynx, snow leopard, ibex, Himalayan tahr, mountain hare, yak, grey fox, and black bear.
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4. Plateaus

  • A plateau rises from the surrounding land and has a more or less flat surface.
  • Some sides of a plateau are often steep slopes.
  • Plateaus can be young or old.

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Mountains are much higher thanHills are highlands with lower heightPlateaus rise above the surrounding landPlains are large areas with flatDeserts are large dry areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Landforms and Life for CBSE Class 6 Social Science?
Key topics in Landforms and Life include Main Landforms, Mountains, Mountain Life and Importance, Plateaus. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Landforms and Life for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on Landforms and Life. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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