Class 6 - Chemistry - The Nature Of Matter - Exercise And Solutions




EXERCISE

BE PROMPT
A. Fill in the blanks
1. Mass is the measure of quantity of matter contained in a substance
2. Resistance is a force that tends to oppose motion.
3. Liquids are free flowing because the molecules are loosely packed.
4. In gases the intermolecular forces between the molecules are very weak.
5. The space between the molecules of a substance is called intermolecular space.
6. Sublime is the gaseous state of solid.
B. State whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE
1. Matter is composed of extremely small particles.  (TRUE)
2. A molecule has an independent existence and also exhibits all the properties of matter.  (TRUE)
3. Liquids have strong force of attraction.  (FALSE)
4. Solids have less density than liquids.  (FALSE)
5. The particles in gases move rapidly in all directions.  (TRUE)

6. Brownian motion is caused by the collision of molecules.  (TRUE)

C. Choose the correct option.
1. Which of the following statement is not true for mass?
(a) It is the quantity of matter.            (b) It is constant everywhere
(c) It is the amount of force of gravity acting on the mass

2.   _________ refers to the intermingling of particles of different substances
on their own.
(a) Combining  (b) Mixing                    (c) Refining        (d) Diffusion
3. Which of the following have closely packed particles?
(a) Solids            (b) Liquids          (c) Gases           (d) All of these
4. Which of the following diffuse quickly?
(a) Solids            (b) Liquids          (c) Gases           (d) All of these
5. Which of the following can be compressed to some extent?
(a) Solids            (b) Liquids          (c) Gases           (d) All of these
6. What is the process of conversion of a liquid in to a solid called?
(a) Freezing                 (b) Condensation      (c) Sublimation
(d) Evaporation


D. Match the columns.
Column A                                                           Column B
1. Conversion of a solid in to liquid              (a) Vaporization
2. Conversion of a gas in to liquid                (b) Chemical change
3. Conversion of a solid in to gas                  (c) Melting
4. Conversion of a liquid in to vapour           (d) Sublimation
5. Burning of a candle                                    (e) Condensation

Ans.   1 – (c), 2 – (e), 3 – (d), 4 – (a), 5 – (b).



SHORT AND PRECISE

A. Give reasons for the following statements.

1. The three states of matter are different from each other.
The three states of matter are different from each other due to the
intermolecular space, cohesive forces and random motion of particles.

2. Solids are firm, compact and almost incompressible.
In solids molecules are closely packed together and the intermolecular
forces are the strongest. Therefore, solids are firm, compact and almost
incompressible.

3. Ice kept at room temperature for 5-10 minutes changes in to water.
When ice is kept at room temperature it gains heat energy from its
surroundings. On gaining heat energy the molecules start moving faster.
Later the intermolecular forces between the molecules decreases and
the intermolecular space increases. At this stage ice changes in to
water.

4. Water kept in a freezer of a refrigerator changes in to ice.
When water is kept in a freezer it losses heat. Due to loss of heat the
energy of molecules decreases. Their movement slows down and they
come closer to each other. At some time a stage reaches when the
movement of molecules becomes so slow that water changes in to ice.

5. Gas changes in to liquid state on cooling.
When gas is cooled its molecules loss energy. On loosing energy their
movement slows down. After some time a stage reached when the
movement of molecules becomes so slow that the gas changes in to
liquid.



6. Gases can be compressed easily.
The molecules in a gas are loosely packed and the intermolecular space
are very large. Due to this reason gases can be compressed easily.

7. Water changes in to water vapour on heating.
When water is heated, its molecules get heat energy and start moving
away from each other. As the temperature increases a stage reached
when the molecules gain so much energy, that they leave the surface
and changes in to steam (gas).

8. Naphthalene balls are placed in cupboards between woolen clothes to
keep insects away.
Naphthalene balls are placed in cupboards between woolen clothes to
keep insects away because naphthalene sublimes in to vapour, which
drive out the insects.

B. Answer in short.

1. Define matter give examples.
Matter is anything that occupies space and has mass. All substances
whether living or non-living are made up of matter. Example: Air, water,
paper, wood, metal, cloth, trees, animals, etc.



2. What are solids? How are molecules
arranged in solids?
Matter which have a definite shape, mass and
volume are known as solids. Solids are
incompressible and have high density. The
molecules in a solid are closely packed and the intermolecular forces
are the strongest.


3. How are molecules arranged in gases?
In gases the molecules are loosely
packed. The intermolecular space
between the molecules is very large
as the intermolecular forces are
weak.




4. Explain, why solids are hard and difficult to compress.
In solids the molecules are closely packed and the intermolecular
forces are the strongest. Because of this the solids are hard and difficult
to compress.

5. Define freezing and freezing point.
The process of conversion of a liquid in to solid is called freezing or
solidification. The constant temperature at which a liquid changes in to
solid is called its freezing point.

6. What is vaporization? Name its two types.
The process by which a liquid changes in to its gaseous or vapour state
is known as vaporization. Vaporization is of two types, evaporation and
boiling.

7. What is condensation? Define condensation point.
When a gas is cooled it condenses to form a liquid. This process is called
condensation or liquefaction. The constant temperature at which a gas

changes in to a liquid is called the condensation point.

8. What happens on heating a solid?
When a solid is heated the molecules in it gain the heat energy and start
moving faster. A stage is reached when the energy gained by the molecules
overcome the inter-molecular forces between the molecules. Then the
molecules  break free and begin to move even faster. At this stage the solid
changes to liquid.

AT LENGTH

A. Differentiate between the following.
1. Mass and weight

Mass
Weight
It is the quantity of matter.
It is the amount of force of gravity acting on the mass.
It is constant everywhere.
It varies from place to place
It cannot be zero
It can be zero if there is no gravity as in outer space.

2. Solids, Liquids and gases

Solids
Liquids
Gases
The molecules are closely packed.
The molecules are less closely packed
The molecules are further apart.
The intermolecular force of attraction is very strong.
The intermolecular force of attraction is not so strong.
The intermolecular force of attraction is weak.
Solids have definite shape and volume
Liquids have a definite volume but no definite shape.
Gases neither have definite shape nor definite volume.
Solids do not flow
Liquids are free flowing
Gases flow in all directions.
Solids have high density and almost incompressible
Liquids have low density and can be compressed to some extent
Gases have very low density and can be compressed easily.

3. Brownian motion and diffusion

Brownian motion
Diffusion
The zig zag motion of small particles caused by the collision of molecules is called Brownian motion.
The phenomenon of intermingling of substances by the natural movement of their particles is called diffusion.

4. Boiling and evaporation

Boiling
Evaporation
Boiling occurs at a given temperature called boiling point of the liquid.
Evaporation takes place at all temperatures lower than the boiling point of the liquid.
It is a rapid process.
It is a slow process.
It occurs throughout the liquid.
It takes place only from the surface of the liquid.
There is no cooling effect during boiling.
There is a cooling effect during evaporation.
It occurs only when the liquid is heated.
It takes place on its own.

5. Condensation and deposition


Condensation
Deposition
The process in which the gas is cooled to form liquid is known as condensation.
A direct change of state from gas to solid is called deposition.



B. Answer in details.

1. With the help of an activity show that matter has mass.
Aim: To show that matter has mass
Materials required: A can, some water, a spring
balance, a thread.
Procedure: i) Suspend a spring balance from a hook. 
Make sure that the reading of the pointer should 
read zero.

ii) Tie an empty can with a strong cotton thread and 
suspend the can
from the hook of the spring balance.
iii) Note the reading of the pointer.
iv) Now fill the can with some water.
Observation: The spring balance with the can having water shows more
reading.
Conclusion: This shows that the matter has mass.

2. Write a note on states of matter.
There are three states of matter, solid, liquid and gas. The states of
matter depends upon the intermolecular forces and intermolecular
space. The three states of matter are different due to the
different arrangements of molecules in them. Matter in the solid state
have molecules closely packed and the intermolecular force is the
strongest. Matter in the liquid state has molecules less closely packed
and the intermolecular force is lesser than those of solids. Matter in the
gaseous state has molecules far apart from each other and the inter –
molecular force is very weak.


3. Give an activity to show that solids have definite volume.
Aim: To observe that the solids have a definite
volume.
Materials required: A small bowl, 2 large bowls, a
tumbler, a thread, a paper weight.
Procedure 1
·        Take a glass bowl and a glass tumbler and
fill them with equal quantity of water.
·        Place both of them in bigger bowls.
·        Take a paper weight and tie it with a long thread.
·        Suspend the paper weight in to the glass bowl.
Observation 1: It will be observed that when the paper weight is suspended in to the glass bowl, some water flows out of it in to the larger bowl.
Procedure 2:
·        Measure the volume of water collected in the larger bowl using a measuring cylinder. Let it be x ml.
·        Now remove the paper weight from the glass bowl and suspend it in to the glass tumbler.
Observation 2: It will be observed that when the paper weight is suspended in to the glass tumbler, some water flows out of it into the larger bowl.
·        Measure the volume of water collected in the bowl using a measuring cylinder. Let it be y ml.
·        Compare the two volumes x ml and y ml
      Conclusion: It will be observed that the volume of water collected in both the cases same. This shows that solids have a definite volume.
     
     4. With the help of an activity show that liquids have definite volume butnot fixed shape. 
     
     Aim: To observe that liquids have a definite volume but no fixed shape.
     Materials required: A measuring cylinder, a cup, a glass bowl, some Water.

     

     
       Procedure:
·        Take 100 ml water using a measuring cylinder.
·        Pour the water in a glass and observe its shape.
·        Then transfer the water to a cup and observe its shape.
·        At last transfer the water to a bowl and observe its shape.
·        Measure the volume of water using a measuring cylinder.
       Observation: It will be observed that each time the water takes the shape of the   container (i.e, glass, cup and bowl). But every time the volume of water remains the   same (i.e, 100ml)
      Conclusion: This shows that have a definite volume but no fixed shape.
       It takes the shape of the container.

   
     5. Explain the existence of three states of matter.
     At ordinary temperature and pressure matter exists in three states, based
     on the arrangement of molecules it them. These three states of matter are  
     solid, liquid and gas. Matter in the solid state have molecules closely
     packed and the intermolecular force is the strongest. Matter in the liquid
     state has molecules less closely packed and the intermolecular force is
     lesser than those of solids. Matter in the gaseous state has molecules far
     apart from each other and the intermolecular force is very weak.

     6. State the factors responsible for the difference in properties of states of   
     Matter.
     The factors which are responsible for the difference in properties of
s    tates of matter are: -
·        Intermolecular space.
·        Intermolecular force of attraction.
·        Random motion of particles.

      7. What do you understand by change in states of matter? How does this
      happen?
      Matter can be changed from one state to other by supplying or removing
      heat energy. On heating the molecules of matter move rapidly. Due to their   continuous  movement they change from one state to another.
    
      All the three states of matter are inter-convertible.
      When the solid is heated the molecules get heat energy and start moving
      faster. A stage reached when the solid changes to liquid. Similarly on
      heating a liquid the molecules get heat energy and start moving even
      faster. At this stage the liquid converts in to gas. On the other hand when
      the gas is cooled the molecules loose their heat energy and get closer. At
      this stage the gas converts in to liquid. When the liquid is further cooled 
      the molecules loose their heat energy further and get more closer. 
      This stage of matter is known as solid.

 8. How does water on heating change in to vapour state?
      When water is heated, its molecules get heat energy and start moving
      away from each other. As temperature increases, a stage reached when
      the molecules gain so much energy that they leave the surface and
      change in to water vapour. This process of change of a liquid to its vapour
      state is known as boiling.

      9. Explain the thermal expansion in solids, liquids and gases.
      All the three states of matter, (solids, liquids and gases) expand on
      heating. On heating a solid the molecules get energy and force each
      other further apart. This results in the expansion of a solid. The same thing  
      happens in case of the molecules in liquid or gas on heating. The
      molecules force each other further apart causing expansion. On heating
a    liquid expands more than a solid and gas expands enormously on
      heating.

     10. How the chemical change caused due to heating? Explain with the
      help of an example.
      A chemical change is the permanent change in any substance. A new
      substance is formed when a chemical change occurs. Property of this
      newly formed substance is entirely different from the original substance. 
      A chemical change can be caused by heating a substance. For
      example, when we burn a piece of paper it changes in to ash, which
      is a new substance. The property of ash is different from the property of
      paper. We can not change ash in to paper. This shows that burning of
      paper causes a chemical change.    

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     Extra Questions and Answers
      
      A. Objective Questions
        
        1. Fill in the blanks
             a) Space is the void between the particles of matter.
             b) Everything in the universe is composed of matter.
             c) Matter exists in both natural and man-made states.
             d) Mass is the measure of quantity of matter contained in a substance.
             e) Matter has mass and occupies space.
             f)  Molecule is the smallest particle of matter that has independent
                 existence and exhibits all properties of matter.
             g) The molecules attract each other with a force called intermolecular
                  force.
             h) Plasma is an ionized gas which consists of both negatively charged
                 particles and positively charged particles.
             i)  The matter in the sun exists in the form of plasma.
             j)  The inter molecular force of attraction decreases as the inter-
                 molecular space between the molecules increases.
             k) Diffusion refers to the intermingling of particles of different substances
                 on their own.
             l)  Liquids and gases are fluid because they can flow and their shape is
                 not fixed.
             m) Cohesive forces are the intermolecular forces that exist between
                  molecules of the same substance.
             n) Some liquids such as mercury also possess strong cohesive forces.
             o) Robert brown discovered the random movement of particles.
             p) The process of conversion of a solid in to its liquid state is called
                  melting.
             q) The process of conversion of liquid in to solid is called freezing.
             r)  The process by which liquid changes in to gas is called vaporization.
             s)  During evaporation a liquid gains heat energy from its surroundings.
           
             t)  The process of change of liquid to its gaseous state on heating is
             called boiling.
             u) A direct change of state from gas to solid is called deposition.
             v) The gaseous state of a solid is called sublime
             w) The solid obtained on cooling the vapour is called sublimate.
             x) Gas expand enormously when heated.
             y) All the three states of matter expands on heating.
             z) A chemical change involves the formation of new substance.

            
           2. Answer in one word:
             a) The phenomenon of intermingling of substance by the natural
              movement of  their particles – Diffusion.
             b) The constant temperature at which liquid changes in to gas –
              Boiling point.
             c) The constant temperature at which liquid changes in to solid –
             Freezing point.
             d) The constant temperature at which liquid changes in to vapour
             state – Boiling point.
             e) The constant temperature at which gas changes in to liquid –
             Condensation  point
             f)  The solid obtained on cooing the vapour – Sublimate
             g) The gaseous state of solid – Sublime
             h) A permanent change in which new substance is formed –
             Chemical change
             i)  The forth state of matter – Plasma
             j)  The amount of force of gravity acting on the mass – Weight
             h) The amount of matter contained per unit volume – Density.
             i)  Some liquids like oil and water do not mix together and are called –
             Immiscible liquid.
             j)  Liquids like milk and water which mix with each other are called –
              Miscible liquids.
             K) The zig-zag movement of small particles in a suspended medium –
             Brownian motion.
             m) The process in which gas changes to liquid – Condensation.

         3. Correct the statement.
        a) An atom has an independent existence.
               A molecule has an independent existence.
         
          b) Matter exists in four states.
               Matter exists in three states.

          c) Gases possess high density.
               Solids possess high density.

          d) Liquids are free flowing because the molecules are tightly packed.
              Liquids are free flowing because the molecules are loosely packed.

          e) The constant temperature at which gas changes in to liquid is called
              melting point.
              The constant temperature at which gas changes in to liquid is called
              condensation point.

          f) Sublime is the solid obtained on cooling the liquid.
             Sublime is the gaseous state of solid.
         
          g) The particles in solid move rapidly in all directions.
               The particles in gas move rapidly in all directions.

          h) Solids can be compressed easily.
              Gases can be compressed easily.

           i) Liquids diffuse very rapidly.
             Gases diffuse very rapidly.

          k) Mass of a matter varies from place to place.
              Mass of a matter is constant everywhere.

        4. Match the columns:

                   Column A                                       Column B
         
          1.      Mass                                     (a)    Highly compressible
          2.      Resistance                            (b)    Gaseous state of a solid
          3.      Atom                                    (c)    Force opposing motion
          4.      Gases                                   (d)    Smallest possible unit of matter
          5.      Sublime                               (e)    Measure of quantity of matter

        (Ans.) 1-(e), 2-(c), 3-(d), 4-(a), 5-(b)

              B. Short Questions

1. Define the following:
a) Solidification:
               When water is kept in a freezer, it losses heat. Due to loss of heat, the
               energy of molecules decreases and they come closer to each other.
               A stage comes when the movement of molecules becomes so slow
               that water changes to ice. This process of conversion of liquid in to solid
               is called freezing or solidification.
           b) Evaporation:
               A liquid gets heat energy from its surroundings and changes in to
               vapour state. This process is called evaporation. Evaporation occurs
               at all temperatures lower than the boiling temperature of a liquid.
               It is a slow process. Cooling is caused during evaporation.

           c) Boiling point:
               The constant temperature at which liquid changes in to gas is called
               boiling point.

          d) Deposition:
              The process in which a gas is directly changes in to solid form is known
              as deposition.

          e) Chemical change:
               A chemical change is a change in which new substances are formed.
              It is a permanent change. After a chemical change the properties of
              the newly formed substance is entirely different from those of the
              original substance. A chemical change can be caused by heating a
              substance.

          f)  Matter:
               Matter is anything that occupies space and has mass. Matter is
              composed of extremely small particles and it exists in both natural and
              man made state. Everything in this universe is composed of matter.

          g) Atom:
               Matter is made up of very tiny particles known as atom. An atom
              usually does not exists independently. It is the smallest possible unit of
              matter. Atoms combine to form molecules.

          h) Element:
               An element is made up of same types of atoms. Some examples of
              elements are Oxygen (O2), Hydrogen (H) etc.

          i) Compound:
             Compounds are made up of two different types of atoms. Examples of
            compounds are water (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2)

          j) Sublimation:
             On heating some solids like iodine, camphor, naphthalene and
            ammonium chloride directly changes in to gaseous state without
            changing in to a liquid state. This process in which a solid directly
            converts in to gaseous state is called sublimation.

         C. Long Questions

a) Define boiling.
                When water is heated, its molecules get heat energy and start moving
                away from each other. As temperature increases a stage is reached
                when the molecules get enough energy to leave the surface and
                changes in to vapour or steam. This process of change of a liquid in to
                gas on heating is called boiling.

b) Write the properties of a solid.
               The properties of solid are
                ·        Solids have a definite shape, mass and volume.
                ·      Solids are in-compressible.
                ·        Solids have high density.
                ·        Solids do not diffuse.

    c) Write the properties of liquid.
              The properties of liquid are
                ·        Liquids have no fixed shape, but a definite volume. They take the
                      shape of the container they are stored in.
                ·        Liquids can not be compressed.
                ·        Liquids have a tendency to flow. They are free flowing because the                                molecules are loosely packed.
                ·        Liquids have less density than solids.
                ·        Liquids can diffuse.

    d) Write the properties of gas.
             The properties of gas are
                ·        Gases neither have a definite shape nor a definite volume.
                ·        Gases have maximum capacity to flow.
                ·        Gases are highly compressible.
                ·        Gases have very low density.
                ·        Gasses diffuse very rapidly.

                e) Give some examples of compressed gases.
              Some examples of compressed gases are.
                i) LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) that we use in our houses for cooking.
               ii) Oxygen supplied to hospitals, mountaineers and sea divers in
                   cylinders.
              iii) CNG (compact natural gas) used as fuel in vehicles.

              f) Give an activity to show that matter occupies space.
              
               
              Aim: To show that matter occupies space.
              Materials required: Some  water, a tumbler, some sand, a spoon.
              Procedure:
              i) Take a glass tumbler and fill it with some water.
              ii) Mark the level of water on the outer surface of the glass tumbler.
             iii) Now add four spoon of sand in to the glass tumbler.
             iv) Again mark the level of water in the glass tumbler.
              v) Compare the two marks.
             Observation: It will be observed that the sand settles down and the level 
             of water increases.
             Conclusion: The sand added in to the glass tumbler occupies some space.                      Therefore, the level of water increases. This shows that matter occupies 
             space.


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