Science Class 6

Observing Objects Around Us Introduction: Ghulan and Sheeta observe the various materials they interact with daily, including notebooks, pens, and other objects in their classroom. What are Materials?: Every object around us is made up of materials such as paper, wood, glass, metal, plastic, and clay. A material is any substance used to create an […]

Measurement of Length and Motion

Measurement of Length and Motion

Measurement of Length and Motion Fill in the Blanks: 1. The SI unit of length is the ______. Answer:  metre 2. A metre is divided into 100 equal parts, and each part is called a ______. Answer: centimetre 3. ______ is used to measure very large distances, like the distance between cities. Answer:  Kilometre 4. […]

Measurement of Length and Motion How do we Measure? In ancient times, people measured lengths using body parts (e.g., handspan, foot). However, body-based measurements are not consistent, as body sizes vary. Standard Units of Measurement To avoid confusion, standard units were introduced globally (SI units). SI unit of length: metre (m). 1 metre = 100 […]

Exploring Magnets True / False 1. A magnet can have only one pole.  False 2. The North pole of a magnet attracts the South pole of another magnet.  True 3. All metals are magnetic materials.  False 4. A freely suspended bar magnet always aligns with the North-South direction.  True 5. Like poles of two magnets […]

Magnets in Ancient Times: Sailors used lodestones, a naturally occurring magnet, for navigation. Modern magnets are made from materials like iron, and artificial magnets are used in everyday objects (toys, pencil boxes, etc.). Magnetic and Non-magnetic Materials: Magnetic materials: Materials that are attracted to magnets, e.g., iron, nickel, cobalt. Non-magnetic materials: Materials not attracted to […]

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