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Matter — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 6 · Physics

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

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4 Concept Maps

Comprehensive Overview of Matter - Concept Map

Comprehensive Overview of Matter - Concept Map

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition and Composition
      • Occupies space
      • Has mass
      • Made of atoms
      • Made of molecules
    • States of Matter
      • Solids
        • Definite shape
        • Definite volume
        • Rigid structure
      • Liquids
        • No definite shape
        • Definite volume
        • Can flow
      • Gases
        • No definite shape
        • No definite volume
        • Highly compressible
    • Molecular Characteristics
      • Very small size
      • Spaces between particles
      • Constant random motion
      • Attractive forces
    • Properties by State
      • Solids
        • Strong forces
        • Tightly packed
        • Low thermal expansion
      • Liquids
        • Moderate forces
        • Loosely packed
        • Surface tension
        • Viscosity
      • Gases
        • Weak forces
        • Wide spacing
        • High compression
    • Changes of State
      • Melting
        • Solid to liquid
        • Heat absorbed
        • 0 degrees C for ice
      • Boiling
        • Liquid to gas
        • Heat absorbed
        • 100 degrees C for water
      • Freezing
        • Liquid to solid
        • Heat released
      • Condensation
        • Gas to liquid
        • Heat released

Chapter Overview – Matter Mind Map

Chapter Overview – Matter Mind Map

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition
      • Occupies Space
      • Has Mass
      • Perceived by Senses
    • Composition
      • Atoms
        • Parmanu Kannada
        • Atom Democritus
      • Molecules
        • John Dalton
        • Smallest Free Particle
        • Size 10 to the minus 9 m
    • Particle Characteristics
      • Very Small Size
      • Inter-molecular Spaces
      • Random Motion
      • Attract Each Other
    • States of Matter
      • Solid
        • Definite Shape
        • Definite Volume
        • Strong Forces
        • Molecules Vibrate
      • Liquid
        • No Definite Shape
        • Definite Volume
        • Moderate Forces
        • Molecules Move in Boundary
      • Gas
        • No Shape
        • No Volume
        • Negligible Forces
        • Molecules Move Freely
    • Changes of State
      • Melting
        • Solid to Liquid
        • Heat Absorbed
        • Ice melts at 0 degree C
      • Boiling
        • Liquid to Gas
        • Heat Absorbed
        • Water boils at 100 degree C

Matter — Complete Chapter Mind Map

Matter — Complete Chapter Mind Map

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition
      • Occupies Space
      • Has Mass
      • Perceived by Senses
    • Composition
      • Molecules
        • Can exist freely
        • Very small size
      • Atoms
        • Build up molecules
        • Cannot exist freely
    • Four Characteristics
      • Very Small Size
        • KMnO4 Experiment
      • Inter-molecular Spaces
        • Salt Water Experiment
      • Random Motion
        • Brownian Motion
        • Lycopodium Powder
      • Mutual Attraction
        • Cohesion
        • Adhesion
    • Three States
      • Solid
        • Definite Shape
        • Definite Volume
        • Strong Forces
      • Liquid
        • No Definite Shape
        • Definite Volume
        • Moderate Forces
      • Gas
        • No Shape
        • No Volume
        • Negligible Forces
    • State Changes
      • Melting at 0 degree C
      • Boiling at 100 degree C
      • Freezing
      • Condensation
      • Sublimation

Matter

Matter

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition of Matter
    • Composition of Matter
    • Characteristics of Particles of Matter
    • States of Matter
    • Properties of Solids
    • Properties of Liquids
    • Properties of Gases
    • Molecular Models

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Matter for ICSE Class 6 Physics?
Key topics in Matter include What is Matter?, Composition of Matter, Characteristics of Particles of Matter, 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: Comprehensive Overview of Matter - Concept Map; Chapter Overview – Matter Mind Map. 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 177 practice questions on Matter. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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