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Matter — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 6 · Chemistry

4 concept maps of Matter for ICSE Class 6 Chemistry, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the ICSE Class 6 Chemistry syllabus.

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A diagram illustrating the arrangement and movement of particles in solid, liquid, and gaseous states of matter.
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4 Concept Maps

Matter - Complete Concept Map

Matter - Complete Concept Map

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition
      • Has mass
      • Occupies space
      • Offers resistance
    • Composition
      • Atoms
        • Smallest particles
        • May lack independence
      • Molecules
        • Two or more atoms
        • Independent existence
    • Particle Characteristics
      • Intermolecular Force
        • Strong in solids
        • Moderate in liquids
        • Weak in gases
      • Intermolecular Space
        • Small in solids
        • Medium in liquids
        • Large in gases
      • Random Motion
        • Increases with heat
        • Causes diffusion
    • States of Matter
      • Solid
        • Fixed shape
        • Fixed volume
        • Rigid
      • Liquid
        • Variable shape
        • Fixed volume
        • Flows
      • Gas
        • Variable shape
        • Variable volume
        • Diffuses fast
    • Effect of Heat
      • State Changes
        • Melting
        • Boiling
        • Condensation
        • Freezing
        • Sublimation
      • Thermal Expansion
        • Size increases
        • Density decreases
      • Chemical Changes
        • New substances form
        • Irreversible
        • Properties change

Mind map showing the classification of matter into living and non-living, with natural and man-made subcategories

Mind map showing the classification of matter into living and non-living, with natural and man-made subcategories

The map in words

  • Types of Matter
    • Living Matter
      • Plants
      • Animals
    • Non-Living Matter
      • Natural
        • Wood
        • Water
        • Stone
      • Man-Made
        • Plastic
        • Glass
        • Steel

Flowchart showing the relationship between atoms and molecules, with examples

Flowchart showing the relationship between atoms and molecules, with examples

The map in words

  • Atom (Smallest particle) Usually cannot exist alone
    • Molecule (Made of bonded atoms) Can exist independently
      • Water Molecule H₂O (Three bonded atoms)
      • Oxygen Molecule O₂ (Two bonded atoms)
  • Example: Oxygen atom
  • Example: Hydrogen + Oxygen atoms

Matter

Matter

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition of Matter
    • Types of Matter
    • Composition of Matter
    • States of Matter
    • Interconversion of States
    • Effect of Heat on Matter
    • Properties of States
    • Physical vs Chemical Changes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Matter for ICSE Class 6 Chemistry?
Key topics in Matter include What is Matter?, Composition of Matter: Atoms and Molecules, States of Matter, Interconversion of States of Matter. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
What do the concept maps for Matter show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Matter connect: Matter - Complete Concept Map; Mind map showing the classification of matter into living and non-living, with natural and man-made subcategories. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Matter for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 91 practice questions on Matter. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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