Water
ICSE · Class 6 · Chemistry
Step-by-step guide to study Water in ICSE Class 6 Chemistry. Topics to cover, practice strategy, and time allocation.
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Study Plan
Learn the Theory
Read the textbook chapter carefully. Note down definitions, formulas, and key concepts.
Practice Problems
Solve textbook exercises and additional practice questions. There are 50 questions available for this chapter.
Revise & Test
Revise key formulas and concepts without looking at notes. Take a practice quiz to test your understanding. Mark weak areas for re-revision.
Spaced Revision
Revisit Water after a week. Use flashcards for quick recall. Solve previous year questions from this chapter.
What to Focus On
- Water is a compound, not an element.
- Its chemical formula is H₂O.
- It consists of 2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom.
- 70% of Earth’s surface is covered with water.
- 97% is saline (oceans), 2% is frozen, 1% is fresh and usable.
- Water is present in atmosphere and living organisms.
- Main sources: surface, underground, and atmospheric water.
- Rainwater is the purest form of natural water.
- Underground water is filtered through soil and is safer to drink.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Ice, water, and steam are different substances because they look and feel different.
Water is an element because it is pure and natural.
All natural water is safe to drink because it comes from nature.
Memory Tips
Water is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen in 2:1 ratio (H₂O)
Three states of water: Solid (ice), Liquid (water), Gas (steam/vapour)
Water cycle steps: Evaporation → Condensation → Precipitation → Collection
Solute, Solvent, Solution
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