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Cleanliness and Hygiene — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 5 · Science

Cleanliness and Hygiene revision notes for ICSE Class 5 Science: 3 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 5 Science syllabus.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Personal Hygiene

  • Personal hygiene means keeping our body and clothes clean.
  • Daily bathing removes dirt, sweat, and germs from the skin.
  • Washing hands with soap prevents the spread of germs.
2

Diseases Caused by Poor Hygiene

  • Dirty hands and food can cause stomach infections like diarrhea and typhoid.
  • Contaminated water can lead to diseases like cholera and jaundice.
  • Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water and spread diseases like malaria and dengue.
3

Waste and Its Management

  • Waste is anything we throw away because it is no longer useful.
  • Biodegradable waste breaks down naturally (e.g., fruit peels, paper).
  • Non-biodegradable waste does not rot (e.g., plastic, glass, metal).

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Personal hygiene means keeping our bodyGerms are tiny organisms that causeWaste is anything we throw awayReduce means using less of non

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Cleanliness and Hygiene for ICSE Class 5 Science?
Key topics in Cleanliness and Hygiene include Personal Hygiene, Diseases Caused by Poor Hygiene, Waste and Its Management. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
How should I revise Cleanliness and Hygiene for Class 5 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 47 practice questions on Cleanliness and Hygiene. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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