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Matter in our Surroundings

Gujarat Board · Class 9 · Science

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Topics in Matter in our Surroundings

1

Physical Nature of Matter

  • Matter is made up of tiny particles that are too small to be seen with naked eyes
  • Ancient Indian philosophers classified matter into Panch Tatva (five basic elements): air, earth, fire, sky, and water
  • Modern classification is based on physical properties and chemical nature
2

Characteristics of Particles of Matter

  • Particles have space between them - demonstrated by dissolution of salt/sugar in water
  • Particles are in continuous motion - shown by diffusion of incense stick smell
  • Particles attract each other with varying forces - determines the state of matter
3

States of Matter

  • Three states: Solid, Liquid, and Gas, differing in particle arrangement and movement
  • Solids: Fixed shape, fixed volume, negligible compressibility, maximum intermolecular forces
  • Liquids: No fixed shape, fixed volume, moderate compressibility, intermediate forces
4

Change of State

  • Matter can change state 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 extremelyMatter particles have three key characteristicsSolids have definite shape and volumeMatter changes state when temperatureConversion of liquid to vapor at

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