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Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 9 · Science

What Matter in Our Surroundings covers in Madhya Pradesh Board Class 9 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · Madhya Pradesh Board Class 9 Science · 2026-27

Topics in Matter in Our Surroundings

1

Physical Nature of Matter

  • Matter is made up of tiny particles - this was proven through dissolution experiments with salt/sugar in water
  • Particles of matter are extremely small - demonstrated by potassium permanganate dilution experiment where few crystals can color 1000L of water
  • Ancient Indian philosophers classified matter as 'Panch Tatva' - air, earth, fire, sky, and water
2

Characteristics of Particles of Matter

  • Particles have space between them - shown by sugar/salt dissolving in water without increasing water level
  • Particles are in continuous motion (kinetic energy) - increases with temperature
  • Particles attract each other with varying force strength - strongest in solids, weakest in gases
3

States of Matter

  • Three states: Solid, Liquid, Gas - differ in particle arrangement and movement
  • SOLIDS: Fixed shape, fixed volume, negligible compressibility, particles closely packed with strong attraction
  • LIQUIDS: No fixed shape, fixed volume, particles can move freely but still attracted to each other
4

Change of State

  • States can change by altering temperature or pressure
  • MELTING: Solid to liquid at melting point (273 K for ice)
  • BOILING: Liquid to gas at boiling point (373 K for water)

Key Concepts

All matter is composed of extremelyParticles of matter have three mainMatter exists in three statesMatter can change from one stateThe process where liquid changes

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What are the important topics in Matter in Our Surroundings for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 9 Science?
Key topics in Matter in Our Surroundings include Physical Nature of Matter, Characteristics of Particles of Matter, States of Matter, Change of State. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How should I revise Matter in Our Surroundings for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 27 practice questions on Matter in Our Surroundings. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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