Class 6th - Ncert Book Curiosity - CHAPTER 1 - The Wonderful World of Science

Exercises

Activity 1: Let Us Think and Write

1. Write about a similar problem that you tried to solve.

Answer:

Example Problem: My phone was not charging properly.

2. What steps did you take?

Answer:

I will take the following steps.

1. Observation: Noticed the phone wouldn’t charge when plugged in.

2. Hypothesis: Thought the charging cable might be faulty.

3. Experimentation: Tried using a different charging cable and charger.

4. Analysis: The phone charged properly with the new cable, so the problem was with the old cable.

5. Conclusion: Replaced the faulty charging cable to fix the issue.

Activity 2: Let Us Think and Write

1. Describe a daily life situation where you feel someone was following a scientific method.

Answer:  A car mechanic diagnosing a problem is using the scientific method. They observe the issue, hypothesize that it might be a faulty part, test by checking and replacing components, and analyze the results to confirm if the problem is resolved.

Activity 3: Let Us Think and Write

1. If you have to ask “Why?” about something, what would you ask about?

Answer: Example Question could be:- Why do birds migrate?

2. Try to write down how you would attempt to find an answer to your question.

Answer: I will try to find the answer using scientific approach as under-

1. Observation: Notice that birds fly long distances at certain times of the year.

2. Research: Look up information about bird migration in books or online resources.

3. Consult Experts: Ask a biologist or ornithologist for insights.

4. Experimentation: Observe bird migration patterns in different seasons or regions.

5. Analysis: Understand that birds migrate to find better food sources and suitable breeding conditions.

Extra Questions

1.What is Science?  (Page 1) 

Answer: In simple words, we can say that science is a way of thinking, observing and doing things to understand the world we live in and to uncover the secrets of the universe.

2.What will we explore with the help of this book? (Page 3)
Answer: With the help of this book, we will explore and understand the beautiful world we live in our surroundings and the reasons why changes occur in nature. 

 we will explore how science helps us understand the world, from the variety of life on Earth to the properties of everyday materials. 

 We will investigate food sources, study water’s properties, and learn about the scientific method. 

 The book encourages curiosity and discovery, teaching us how to ask questions and find answers through observation and experimentation. 

 

3.How can we try toy find answers to our questions on our own? (Page 5) 

Answer: We can find answers on our own by using scientific approach.

To find answers to our questions on our own, we can follow these steps:

1. Observe: Notice something interesting or puzzling.
2. Question: Ask a question about what you’ve observed.
3. Hypothesize: Make a guess or prediction about the answer.
4. Experiment: Test your guess through experiments or further observations.
5. Analyze: Review the results to see if they answer your question.
6. Conclude: Draw conclusions based on your findings.

This process helps us systematically explore and understand various phenomena.

4. After all, to be a wise person, you must be a “whys” person! (Page )

Answer: To be wise, you need to ask "Why?" This curiosity drives learning and understanding, helping you explore and solve problems effectively.