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Oceans and Continents

CBSE · Class 6 · Social Science

Complete topic list for Oceans and Continents in CBSE Class 6 Social Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Oceans and Continents

1

Oceans and Land on Earth

  • Almost three-fourths of Earth’s surface is covered with water.
  • Land covers a little over one-fourth of the globe.
  • Early astronauts called Earth the blue planet.
2

Distribution of Water and Land

  • Oceans and continents are not distributed equally between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
  • The Northern Hemisphere has more land than the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Seawater is salty and unfit for consumption by most land animals, including humans.
3

The Five Oceans

  • The five oceans are the Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean, and Arctic Ocean.
  • The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean.
  • The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest ocean.
4

Indian Ocean and India

  • The Indian Ocean is bounded by Asia in the north, Africa in the west, Australia in the east, and the Southern Ocean in the south.
  • The Arabian Sea lies to the west of India.
  • The Bay of Bengal lies to the east of India.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Oceans and Continents

Earth’s surfaceOceansContinentsDistribution on EarthIndian Ocean regionIslandsOceans and lifeOceans and disasters

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Oceans and Continents for CBSE Class 6 Social Science?
Oceans and Continents 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 Oceans and Continents — CBSE Class 6 Social Science?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 43 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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