Features:
\n • The text is well-organized, comprehensive and written in simple language to provide a sound base for the higher classes.
\n • An attractive layout with clear, well-labelled diagrams and photographs serves to explain scientific concepts effectively.
\n • Concept maps, infographics, flowcharts and tables have been extensively used to capture scientific information in a nutshell.
\n • A number of activities, experiments and projects have been included to develop scientific skills.
\n • In-text questions have been included to gauge understanding in the course of studying a chapter.
\n • Carefully graded, exhaustive exercises have been incorporated to reinforce the concepts learnt.
\n • Application-based and skill-based questions have been included to encourage analytical and reasoning skills.
\n • Important concepts and definitions have been highlighted for easy reference.
\n • Scientific terms and their meanings have been listed at the end of each chapter.
\n • A brief summary has been provided at the end of each chapter for easy recapitulation.Table of Contents:
\n 1. Chemistry – an Introduction
\n 2. States of Matter
\n 3. Elements and Compounds
\n 4. Pure Substances and Mixtures
\n 5. Changes Around Us
\n 6. Air
\n 7. Water
\n 8. Rocks and Minerals
