World No Tobacco Day 2013

Ban tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship is the theme of this year’s World No Tobacco Day, which takes place on 31 May 2013. 

Class 6th fbric from fibre (do this in your note book)

                      Assignment (Fabric from fibre)

Q   Write the definitions of the following
         Spinning,Weaving,Dyeing, Printing,Finishing and tailoring.
Answer

•     Spinning--The process of twisting raw fibres into long threads is called spinning

•        Weaving-- Process of making cloth from fibres is called weaving.

•        Dyeing-- The process of colouring cloth is called dyeing.
•        Printing--- Making beautiful patterns on cloth to make it look more attractive is called printing.It is done by hand or machine.

•        Finishing-- The process of making cloth smooth ,shiny and soft  is called finishing.
•     Tailoring  ----The process of stitching the cloth to match  the desired shape and size is called                  tailoring. 
•       

 Q Name the soil where the following grow?
       Cotton,Jute,Coir
Answer
    Cotton---Black soil
    Jute------Alluvial soil
    Coir----Red and yellow soil

Q Why should we wear cotton during summer?
Answer
We should wear cotton during summer because--
1 It allows air to pass through it and sweat gets evaporated.
2 It is natural and does not cause rashes.
3It is soothing for skin.


 

Chapter 14 con'd (class 6th) Do these in your notebook

Answer B
Part 6    Synthetic fibres are better than  natural fibres because they are stronger ,
are wrinkle free,
 have fast colour ,
do not shrink and
and are not spoiled by insects.
Answer B7 (done in the class)

Answer C
Part 1 Jute is used for making ropes, gunny bags,carpets and mats.
Coir is used for making foot mats ,ropes and mattresses.
Part 2 Plant fibres----cotton and jute
          animal fibres---- silk and wool
Part 3  Natural fibre----cotton, jute and wool
       Synthetic fibre----Nylon, terylene and rayon.
Part 4 Silk worm grows on the leaf of mulberry plants.
Answer D
1  Fibres into threads                        Spinning
                                                       
 2 Threads into fabric                      Weaving

3 Colouring the fabric                       Dyeing

4Making pattern on the fabric           Printing    

5 Making fabric smooth and shiny     Finishing       

Answers of Chapter 14 (class 6th) Do these in your notebook

A
 Fill in the blanks
1Cotton plants grow well in Black soil
2Cotton is found inside the fruit of cotton plant called boll.
3The body coat of sheep is called the fleece.
4Wool is obtained from the body coat of of Sheep, goat,or camel.
5Jute is obtained from bark of Jute plant.

B
1Clothes cover our body and protect us from heat ,cold,rain and germs.
2Fibres which are obtained from natural sources like plants and animals are called natural fibres.The fibres which are obtained from plants are called plant fibres and the fibres which are obtained from animals are called animal fibres
3Jute grows well in Alluvial soil.
4Coir is obtained from the outer covering of coconut .
5Synthetic fibres are those which are prepared by using chemicals in the factories.They are also known as
man- made fibres eg Nylon ,terylene,rayon .

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Interdisciplinary holidays' home work

HOLIDAYS HOME WORK

CLASS VI (2013-2014)

INTER DISCIPLINARY PROJECT

Topic:-A  THREAT  TO  OUR  EARTH - GLOBAL WARMING

Make a project on the above topic and file neatly which should include the information related to following subtopics.

1.   What is global warming?

2.   Which method do you think can improve the problem of global warming?

3.   What material is the chief culprit leading to the global warming?

4.   What is the approximated rise in temperature expected due to global warming?

5.   Global warming can cause and spread disease. Explain.

6.   Will global warming affect world food production?

7.   What do you mean by sustainable development; elaborate.

Holidays" Assignment

HOLIDAYS HOME WORK

G. SCIENCE

CLASS VI (2013-2014)

ASSIGNMENT

Instructions:-

1.    Read the chapters thoroughly.

2.    Write the following questions in loose sheets  and file them neatly

3.  Can we put plastic in the vermicomposting pit? Why?

4.  Name the diseases/disorders caused y the deficiency of the following and also enlist their symptoms.

(a)      Vitamin-C

(b)       Vitamin-D

(c)        Calcium

(d)                  Iron

5.  Mention 3 food sources which have more than one nutrient in them.

6.  Why should vegetables not be over cooked?

7.  In major cities, Municipal Corporation provides separate Garbage bins. Why?

8.  Dry leaves should not be burnt. Why?

9.   What would happen if you eat energy giving food excess?

10.      Why do    doctors advise against taking too much of fat?

HOLIDAYS HOME WORK

CLASS VI (2013-2014)

PRACTICE ASSIGNMENT FOR ENHANCING G.SCIENCE

1.  Name the major nutrients present in our food.

2.  Brain Ticklers:-

a.   I am a yellow fruit that has vitamin C.

b.   Test me with iodine solution.

c.   You will find me in butter, ghee and ground nuts.

3.  Where do we get food from?

4.  What is balanced diet?

5.  Are all plants autotrophs ? Think of at least two plants which are not autotrophs?

6.  What are the major ingredients of Gajarella? Which of these are provided from animals and which from plants?

7.  Name two herbivores found around you.

8.  Which mineral is vital for bones and teeth?

9.   Name two leafy vegetables eaten by you.

10.What are milch animals?

11.       Give reason why human beings are called heterotrophy?

12.      Give reason why decomposers and scavengers are known as nature’s cleaners?