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Body Movements — Revision Notes
Gujarat Board · Class 6 · Science
Body Movements revision notes for Gujarat Board Class 6 Science: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the Gujarat Board Class 6 Science syllabus.
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Key Topics to Revise
1
Joints – Where Bones Meet
- A joint is the place where two bones meet and allow movement.
- We can bend or rotate our body ONLY where bones meet, i.e., at joints.
- If there were no joints, we could not move at all.
2
The Human Skeleton – Bones and Cartilage
- All bones in the body together form a framework called the SKELETON.
- The skeleton gives shape to the body, helps us move, and protects inner organs.
- A newborn baby has about 305 bones. As we grow, some bones fuse together, leaving 206 bones in an adult.
3
Muscles – The Movers of Bones
- Bones cannot move on their own. MUSCLES pull the bones to create movement.
- A muscle can only PULL. It CANNOT push.
- Because muscles can only pull, they must work in PAIRS.
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Gait of Animals – How Different Animals Move
- GAIT means the manner or style of movement of an animal.
- Different animals have different body structures, so they move in different ways.
- EARTHWORM: Has no bones. Has muscles that extend and shorten the body. Has tiny BRISTLES (hair-like structures) on its underside to grip the ground. Moves by alternately extending the front and contra
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The skeleton is the frameworkJoints are places where two bonesMuscles are soft tissues thatCartilage is a flexibleKey bones in the human skeleton
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Body Movements for Gujarat Board Class 6 Science?
Key topics in Body Movements include Joints – Where Bones Meet, The Human Skeleton – Bones and Cartilage, Muscles – The Movers of Bones, Gait of Animals – How Different Animals Move. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Body Movements for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Body Movements. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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