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Solids

ICSE · Class 9 · Mathematics

Complete topic list for Solids in ICSE Class 9 Mathematics. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Solids

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1. Core Ideas and Definitions

  • A solid is a three-dimensional figure because it has length, breadth, and height.
  • Volume means the space occupied by a solid.
  • Surface area means the sum of the areas of all the surfaces of a solid; it is also called total surface area.
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2. Cuboid

  • A cuboid is a rectangular solid with six rectangular faces.
  • A cuboid has length, breadth, and height as distinct dimensions.
  • A cuboid has four equal diagonals: AG, BH, CE, and DF.
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3. Cube

  • A cube is a rectangular solid in which each face is a square.
  • A cube is a special case of cuboid where l = b = h = a.
  • All edges of a cube are equal.
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4. Cost of an Article and Related Applications

  • Cost is found by multiplying rate and quantity.
  • Different articles are bought by different measures: petrol by volume, land by area, and cloth by length.
  • The general formula is Cost = Rate × Quantity.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Solids

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What are the important topics in Solids for ICSE Class 9 Mathematics?
Solids covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 9 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Solids — ICSE Class 9 Mathematics?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 42 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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