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Punjab Board · Class 9 · Science

3 concept maps of Matter in Our Surroundings for Punjab Board Class 9 Science, each also written out as a text outline.

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Matter in Our Surroundings - Concept Overview

Matter in Our Surroundings - Concept Overview

The map in words

  • Matter in Our Surroundings
    • Definition and Properties
      • Everything has mass and volume
      • Made of particles
      • Particles have spaces between them
      • Particles are continuously moving
      • Particles attract each other
    • States of Matter
      • Solid
        • Fixed shape and volume
        • Definite boundaries
        • Rigid
      • Liquid
        • No fixed shape
        • Fixed volume
        • Takes shape of container
      • Gas
        • No fixed shape or volume
        • Fills entire container
        • Highly compressible
    • Phase Changes
      • Melting
        • Solid to Liquid
        • Melting point defined
      • Boiling and Vaporization
        • Liquid to Gas
        • Boiling point defined
      • Sublimation and Deposition
        • Solid to Gas directly
        • Gas to Solid directly
      • Evaporation
        • Surface phenomenon
        • Below boiling point
    • Factors Affecting States
      • Temperature
        • Increases kinetic energy
        • Increases molecular motion
      • Pressure
        • Brings particles closer
        • Changes state of matter
    • Real-world Applications
      • Evaporative cooling
      • Water in earthen pots
      • Cotton clothes in summer
      • Desert coolers

Matter in Our Surroundings – Complete Concept Map

Matter in Our Surroundings – Complete Concept Map

The map in words

  • Matter in Our Surroundings
    • Physical Nature
      • Made of tiny particles
      • Particles have spaces
      • Particles always moving
      • Particles attract each other
    • Three States
      • Solid
        • Definite shape
        • Definite volume
        • Rigid and incompressible
        • Strong attraction force
      • Liquid
        • No fixed shape
        • Definite volume
        • Fluid and slightly compressible
        • Medium attraction force
      • Gas
        • No fixed shape
        • No fixed volume
        • Highly compressible
        • Weak attraction force
    • Characteristics of Particles
      • Spaces between particles
      • Continuous movement
        • Kinetic energy
        • Diffusion
      • Force of attraction
    • Change of State
      • By Temperature
        • Melting at 273K
        • Boiling at 373K
        • Latent heat
        • Sublimation
        • Deposition
      • By Pressure
        • High pressure liquefies gas
        • Dry ice example
    • Evaporation
      • Surface phenomenon
      • Factors
        • Surface area
        • Temperature
        • Humidity
        • Wind speed
      • Causes cooling
        • Matka
        • Sweating
        • Desert cooler

Mind map showing the definition of matter and examples of matter in different states

Mind map showing the definition of matter and examples of matter in different states

The map in words

  • Matter
    • Definition
      • Has mass
      • Occupies space
      • Has volume
    • Examples
      • Solids
        • Chair
        • Pencil
        • Stone
      • Liquids
        • Water
        • Milk
        • Oil
      • Gases
        • Air
        • Oxygen
        • Carbon dioxide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Matter in Our Surroundings for Punjab Board Class 9 Science?
Key topics in Matter in Our Surroundings include Physical Nature of Matter, Characteristics of Particles of Matter, States of Matter – Solid, Liquid, and Gas, Change of State of Matter. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
What do the concept maps for Matter in Our Surroundings show?
The 3 maps show how the ideas in Matter in Our Surroundings connect: Matter in Our Surroundings - Concept Overview; Matter in Our Surroundings – Complete Concept Map. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Matter in Our Surroundings for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Matter in Our Surroundings. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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